An Introduction to Nursing: Theory & Practice - Softcover

Mary Henry; Dorothy Phillips; Anne Traynor

9780717161003: An Introduction to Nursing: Theory & Practice

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0717161005 ISBN 13: 9780717161003

Publisher: Gill & Macmillan Ltd, 2014

Practical introduction to the theory, principles and practice underpinning the nursing process and profession for the revised Nursing Theory and Practice module [5N4325] Level 5. * Examines the development of nursing as a profession, as well as nursing functions, code of practice and scope of practice as outlined by An Bord Altranais. * Introduces the healthcare structures and their functions under the Nursing and Midwifery Act 2011; identifies specialities and primary, secondary and tertiary healthcare teams and their functions in care delivery. * Outlines models of nursing, focusing on Roper, Logan and Tierney's Activities of Living model, and includes questions and triggers to help identify actual and potential problems. * Explains the importance of precision in administering drugs and recording the procedure, as outlined by An Bord Altranais (2007). * Describes how to execute the measurement and accurate recording of temperature, respiration, pulse, blood pressure and fluid balance. * Discusses the roles and interrelationship of empathy, advocacy, interpersonal skills and communication in nursing. * Identifies commonly occurring infections in healthcare, the chain of infection and how to prevent infection and cross infection. * Explains commonly used nursing terminology and medical abbreviations in nursing practice in Ireland. Written For: Nursing Theory and Practice Level 5 [5N4325] as part of the following major awards: * Healthcare Support [5M4339] * Nursing Studies [5M4349] * Community Health Services [5M4468]

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About the Author:

Mary Henry, BMs Midwifery, RGN, Certificate in Teaching (FE), teaches on the Nursing Studies course and other healthcare, sports and administration courses at NFQ Level 5 in Cavan Institute. Dorothy Phillips, BNS, MSc, postgraduate in Coronary Care, diploma in Applied Physiology, teaches on the Nursing Studies course and other healthcare courses in Cavan Institute. Anne Traynor, BSc Nursing, MSc Education, postgraduate certificate in Intensive Care Nursing, postgraduate diploma in Further and Higher Education, teaches a variety of healthcare subjects on NFQ Level 5 courses, including Nursing Studies in Cavan Institute.

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