Royal Marsden Hospital Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures

' The Royal Marsden Hospital Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures, seventh edition' presents up-to-date, evidence-based clinical skills procedures related to every aspect of a person's care. Includes over 350 clinical procedures that nurses must know Promotes best practice based on the latest research findings All procedures include the rationale for each action Focuses on in patient-centred care Valuable to novices as well as expert nurses Related topics grouped for quick reference Clear, unambiguous and easy to understand New improved colour layout with more illustrations Clinical skills procedures are a fundamental aspect of nursing care so it is essential that they are evidence-based. This manual provides that evidence, based on an appraisal of current research and advice from clinical experts. New for the seventh edition: A new chapter on 'Positioning' - how to help a patient sit in bed, to stand and lie comfortably Separate chapters on 'Assessment and the process of care' and 'Communication' New sections on problem solving, to help nurses during the course of their clinical work Evidence rated to help nurses assess its validity This invaluable companion enables nurses to gain the confidence they need to become informed, skilled practitioners.Dougherty, Lisa is the author of 'Royal Marsden Hospital Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures' with ISBN 9781405169998 and ISBN 1405169990.