Nurse's Toolbox: A Comprehensive Guide to Clinical Nursing Skills

Nurse's Toolbox

A Comprehensive Guide to Clinical Nursing Skills

By Dr. Kai Finch-Hatton, Senior Nurse Educator, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Australia.

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Dive into the essential companion for every nursing professional with "Nurse's Toolbox: A Comprehensive Guide to Clinical Nursing Skills." Authored by the esteemed Dr. Kai Finch-Hatton, this definitive guide is designed to empower nurses with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the dynamic and demanding field of healthcare.

Introduction to Nursing Education and Practice
Explore the foundations of nursing, starting with a clear definition and learning objectives that set the stage for your journey through the comprehensive landscape of clinical nursing.

Nursing Through History
Travel through time to understand the evolution of nursing, from traditional perceptions to the modern-day practice. Discover how the image of the nurse has transformed, influenced by cultural and historical milestones, culminating in the emergence of contemporary nursing.

Nursing Process and Critical Thinking
Master the purpose and steps of the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Develop your critical thinking skills to establish expected outcomes and select appropriate nursing interventions.

Safety in Health Care Facilities and Infection Control
Learn the critical aspects of safety and infection control in healthcare settings. Understand universal precautions, factors predisposing to infection, and specimen collection techniques to ensure a safe environment for both patients and healthcare professionals.

Patient Care Skills
Gain proficiency in essential patient care skills, from bed making and cleansing baths to feeding a helpless patient and evening care. Special sections cover delicate areas like perineum care, hair care, and pediculosis treatment.

Cold and Heat Therapy
Delve into the principles and patient care techniques for managing fever and applying local cold and heat therapy, ensuring effective treatment and patient comfort.

Body Mechanics and Mobility
Understand the basics of body mechanics, client positioning, and movement. Learn techniques for joint mobility, range of motion, controlling postural hypotension, and crutch walking to enhance patient mobility and prevent injury.

Nutrition and Metabolism
Navigate the complex principles of fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance, along with comprehensive nutrition principles critical for patient health and recovery.

Medication Administration
Equip yourself with the knowledge of drug metabolism, various drug administration routes, and the intricacies of safe and effective medication administration.

Wound Care
Explore the classification, healing, and care of wounds. Learn dressing techniques, wound irrigation, suturing, and stitch removal to promote optimal healing and patient outcomes.

Perioperative Nursing Care
Prepare for perioperative nursing with in-depth insights into preoperative preparation and postoperative care. Discover specific post-operative measures to ensure a smooth recovery process.

End-of-Life Care and Postmortem Care
Approach end-of-life care with sensitivity and professionalism. Learn the nursing process assessment, care of the dying, and postmortem care techniques to provide compassionate support to patients and their families.

Nurse's Toolbox is not just a book; it's an indispensable resource for both novice and experienced nurses, designed to enhance clinical skills, promote critical thinking, and ensure high standards of patient care.