Includes bibliographical references and index.

The elements of essential nursing procedures in a readily accessible format, the rationale for recommended actions, the promotion of evidence-based practice, and encouragement to keep a record of achievement in relation to developing clinical skill competence make this book useful for the novice or student nurse. Providing forward-thinking approaches and ideas for nurses of all categories, this reference has been written primarily in response to increasing concerns regarding the perceived lack of ability in both students and newly qualified nurses to perform clinical skills.;By outlining the elements of essential nursing procedure in a readily accessible format, including rationale for recommended actions and promoting evidence-based practice, this text encourages the reader to keep a record of achievement in relation to clinical skill competence.;The selection of skills included is based on extensive consultation with experienced clinicians, students, clients and teachers of nursing. Each procedure has been carefully researched to provide a contemporary foundation for practice. The text also contains a rapid reference section of common terminology, conversion tables, laboratory results and other useful information.

Also available in printed form ISBN 9781861564160

Electronic reproduction. Askews and Holts.