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Nursing Care of Children and Young People with Long-Term Conditions, Second Edition (Paperback, 2nd Edition): M Brimble Nursing Care of Children and Young People with Long-Term Conditions, Second Edition (Paperback, 2nd Edition)
M Brimble
R1,527 Discovery Miles 15 270 Ships in 9 - 17 working days

The second edition of Nursing Care of Children and Young People with Long Term Conditions remains the only nursing-specific text on the care of paediatric patients with chronic illness. Written to meet the needs of nursing students and professionals alike, this comprehensive volume provides authoritative and up-to-date information on the context, theory, and practice of delivering holistic care to children and families in a range of health and social care settings. Contributions from a team of experienced academics, educators, and practitioners offer valuable insight into the impact of chronic illness on children and parents, the practical implications of meeting their physical, psychological, and social needs, empowering them to be 'experts' in their care, and many more vital aspects of long-term paediatric care. This edition features new and revised content reflecting contemporary guidelines and evidence-based practice, including updated clinical case studies and a new chapter examining the impact of having a sibling with a long-term condition. Emphasising a multi-disciplinary approach to managing chronic illness, this important resource: Provides numerous case studies and activities illustrating the application of theoretical principles and current evidence in nursing practice Investigates the genetic basis of chronic illness and the differing onsets of long-term conditions Discusses current political, economic, and social policies that are influencing healthcare for children and bringing challenges to managers and practitioners Examines both classic and contemporary theories of grief, loss, coping, and adaptation Explores ethical, legal, and professional aspects of nursing children and young people with chronic illness Addresses evolving nursing roles, the importance of acute emergency care, and the planning and delivery of effective transition from child to adult services Nursing Care of Children and Young People with Long Term Conditions is required reading for student and registered children's nurses, as well as for practitioners in related health and social care disciplines.

A Cape Cod Girl's Life Adventure (Hardcover): Pearl M Williams A Cape Cod Girl's Life Adventure (Hardcover)
Pearl M Williams; Edited by David W. Williams
R672 Discovery Miles 6 720 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Share the Care - How to Organize a Group to Care for Someone Who Is Seriously Ill (Paperback, Rev & Updated ed.): Cappy... Share the Care - How to Organize a Group to Care for Someone Who Is Seriously Ill (Paperback, Rev & Updated ed.)
Cappy Capossela, Sheila Warnock; Foreword by Sukie Miller
R519 R490 Discovery Miles 4 900 Save R29 (6%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

You Don't Have to Do It Alone

Whether you're prepared for it or not, chances are you'll take on the role of caregiver when a family member or friend is affected by a serious illness or injury, or when you find your elderly parent needs help. As you'll soon discover, the range of tasks and responsibilities involved are overwhelming. "Share The Care" offers a sensible and loving solution: a unique group approach that can turn a circle of ordinary people into a powerful caregiving team. "Share The Care" shows you how to:

  • Create a caregiver "family" from friends, real family members, neighbors, coworkers, and acquaintances.
  • Hold a meeting to organize your group, and introduce members to the Share The Care systems that guarantee every job will be done and no one person will have to do too much.
  • Discover the hidden talents within the group, make the most of their resources, cope with group issues, and stay together in the face of adversity.

Included here are valuable guidelines, compassionate suggestions, and a simple-to-use workbook section that together offer support to free the patient from worry and the caregivers from burnout. "Share The Care" offers friends and family the best answer ever to the frequently asked question "What can I do?"

Training Your Own Psychiatric Service Dog 2021 - Step-By-Step Guide to an Obedient Psychiatric Service Dog (Hardcover): Max... Training Your Own Psychiatric Service Dog 2021 - Step-By-Step Guide to an Obedient Psychiatric Service Dog (Hardcover)
Max Matthews
R811 R727 Discovery Miles 7 270 Save R84 (10%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Chance Encounters - A Bioethics for a Damaged Planet (Hardcover, Hardback ed.): Kristien Hens Chance Encounters - A Bioethics for a Damaged Planet (Hardcover, Hardback ed.)
Kristien Hens; Illustrated by Christina Stadlbauer, Bart H M Vandeput
R1,363 Discovery Miles 13 630 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Innovative Nursing Care - Education and Research (Hardcover): Klavdija Cucek Trifkovic, Mateja Lorber, Natasa Mlinar Reljic,... Innovative Nursing Care - Education and Research (Hardcover)
Klavdija Cucek Trifkovic, Mateja Lorber, Natasa Mlinar Reljic, Gregor Stiglic
R2,513 R1,987 Discovery Miles 19 870 Save R526 (21%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Higher life expectancy on a global level requires complex nursing care as poor education and a lack of knowledge can lead to mistakes. There is a need for nurses who can provide high quality and advanced nursing practice. A mix of well-grounded education and innovative research is needed, where the first provides an understanding of best nursing practice care delivery and the second helps nurses determine best practices and improve nursing care."

Research Anthology on Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine (Hardcover): Information Resources Management Association Research Anthology on Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine (Hardcover)
Information Resources Management Association
R20,133 Discovery Miles 201 330 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The study of pediatric and adolescent medicine is an essential part of medicine as children react to diseases differently than adults. As new viruses continue to emerge, and as procedures are updated and revised, there is a need for comprehensive resources on the new developments and emerging technologies in this field. As medical technologies and innovative practices spread in recent years, it is vital that medical professionals are knowledgeable on the developments in the pediatric field as well. The Research Anthology on Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine presents the developments, emerging technologies, and challenges in pediatric and adolescent medicine. It also explains adolescent health management and promotion as well as recent discoveries on childhood development. Covering topics such as media consumption, neuro-developmental disorders, and health promotion, this book is a critical resource for pediatricians, nurses, medical professionals, hospital administration, behavioral scientists, therapists, psychiatrists, medical students, researchers, and academicians.

Recent Advances in Innovative Magnetic Nanomaterials for Cancer Theranostics (Hardcover): Sudip Mukherjee Recent Advances in Innovative Magnetic Nanomaterials for Cancer Theranostics (Hardcover)
Sudip Mukherjee
R1,472 Discovery Miles 14 720 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

In this book, cancer theranostics applications of magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles are overviewed in details. Moreover, their synthesis, characterization, multifunctionality, disease targeting, biodistribution, pharmacokinetics and toxicity have been briefly highlighted. Finally, we have mentioned the current examples of clinical trials of magnetic nanoparticles in cancer theranostics along with their future scopes and challenges.

DASH Diet - The DASH Diet For Beginners With Delicious DASH Recipes for Weight Loss (Hardcover): Celine Walker DASH Diet - The DASH Diet For Beginners With Delicious DASH Recipes for Weight Loss (Hardcover)
Celine Walker
R595 R538 Discovery Miles 5 380 Save R57 (10%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Fragility Fracture Nursing (Hardcover): Julie Santy-Tomlinson, Karen Hertz Fragility Fracture Nursing (Hardcover)
Julie Santy-Tomlinson, Karen Hertz
R1,394 Discovery Miles 13 940 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Vessel Health and Preservation - The Right Approach for Vascular Access (Hardcover): Nancy L. Moureau Vessel Health and Preservation - The Right Approach for Vascular Access (Hardcover)
Nancy L. Moureau
R1,606 Discovery Miles 16 060 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Exam Secrets - NP Test Review for the Nurse Practitioner Exam (Paperback, Study... Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Exam Secrets - NP Test Review for the Nurse Practitioner Exam (Paperback, Study Guide ed.)
Mometrix Media LLC
R1,680 R1,361 Discovery Miles 13 610 Save R319 (19%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Biography of Florence Nightingale (Hardcover): Lytton Strachey The Biography of Florence Nightingale (Hardcover)
Lytton Strachey
R507 Discovery Miles 5 070 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Research Anthology on Nursing Education and Overcoming Challenges in the Workplace (Hardcover): Information Resources... Research Anthology on Nursing Education and Overcoming Challenges in the Workplace (Hardcover)
Information Resources Management Association
R14,346 Discovery Miles 143 460 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Nursing care professionals are an essential part of the medical profession, known for their care and the assistance that they offer to patients. However, nurses must also tackle the challenges of the modern workplace, including the utilization of new technologies, gender inequity, negative workplace environments including navigating exclusionary behaviors such as incivility and bullying and relieving stress and burnout. As such, it is crucial for nurses, nurse managers, and other medical professionals to remain up to date with the latest education and training techniques and discussions surrounding the significant challenges that nurses face. The Research Anthology on Nursing Education and Overcoming Challenges in the Workplace is a comprehensive reference book that compiles numerous chapters on the latest training and educational strategies for nurses and discusses challenges facing this branch of the medical field. The anthology presents challenges common within the medical field and techniques used to solve or prevent them as well as nurse perspectives on new medical technologies and their perceived use and performance. Covering topics such as e-training, ethics, patient safety, burnout, incivility, and more, this text provides essential information for nurses, teachers, care professionals, hospital staff, managers, practitioners, medical professionals, nursing home and care facilities, academicians, researchers, and students.

Coronary and Cardiothoracic Critical Care - Breakthroughs in Research and Practice (Hardcover): Information Resources... Coronary and Cardiothoracic Critical Care - Breakthroughs in Research and Practice (Hardcover)
Information Resources Management Association
R10,048 Discovery Miles 100 480 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

In order to remain up-to-date on the best healthcare initiatives, medical professionals must continuously seek new research on best practices and procedures to provide efficient medical care to their patients. As heart and lung disease accounts for many illnesses and deaths, and are both a major concern to many members of society, it is especially important for cardiovascular intensivists to hone their skills and use the best surgical and treatment options available. Coronary and Cardiothoracic Critical Care: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice is an essential reference source for the latest scholarly material on emerging strategies and methods for delivering optimal healthcare for those with coronary and cardiothoracic diseases. It also examines the latest techniques and methods used in cardiovascular care. Highlighting a range of pertinent topics such as coronary artery disease, patient monitoring, and endocrine and metabolic management, this publication is an ideal reference source for medical students, residents, fellows, anesthesiologists, cardiac surgeons, nurses, physician assistants, and pharmacists who assist patients who require coronary and cardiothoracic care.

Cancer, Stress & Mindset - Focusing the Mind to Empower Healing and Resilience (Hardcover): Brandon Lagreca Cancer, Stress & Mindset - Focusing the Mind to Empower Healing and Resilience (Hardcover)
Brandon Lagreca; Foreword by Nasha Winters
R629 R572 Discovery Miles 5 720 Save R57 (9%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Notes on Nursing - What It Is, and What It Is Not (Hardcover): Florence Nightingale Notes on Nursing - What It Is, and What It Is Not (Hardcover)
Florence Nightingale
R793 Discovery Miles 7 930 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Notes on Nursing - What It Is, and What It Is Not (Hardcover): Florence Nightingale Notes on Nursing - What It Is, and What It Is Not (Hardcover)
Florence Nightingale
R800 Discovery Miles 8 000 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The End-of-Life Namaste Care (TM) Program for People with Dementia (Paperback, 3rd Revised edition): Joyce Simard The End-of-Life Namaste Care (TM) Program for People with Dementia (Paperback, 3rd Revised edition)
Joyce Simard
R1,369 R1,175 Discovery Miles 11 750 Save R194 (14%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This innovative care program blends nursing care and meaningful activities to promote peaceful and relaxing end-of-life experiences for older adults with late-stage dementia. The first program created specifically for this hardest-to-serve population, Namaste Care also meets the latest regulatory guidelines for person-centered activity programming. The author has developed the program to be adaptable to individual as well as group settings, from nursing home to bedside at home. With this practical guide, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living settings, memory care communities, and hospices can easily and affordably implement a Namaste Care program not only to improve resident quality of life but also to increase family involvement and strengthen staff morale. New to the revised edition: Detailed descriptions of Namaste Care (NC) Group Program and the NC Individual Program, and instructions for implementing NC in any setting More case studies and stories to illustrate creative uses of Namaste Care and effective results Further international focus, incorporating programs and perspectives from Australia, the U.K., Europe, as well as Singapore and Indonesia. In-depth description of the physical setting and supplies needed for an effective NC program. Completely updated references

Art & Science of Foot Care - A Clinical Resource for Nurses in Canada (Hardcover): Cindy L M Lazenby Art & Science of Foot Care - A Clinical Resource for Nurses in Canada (Hardcover)
Cindy L M Lazenby
R3,056 Discovery Miles 30 560 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Cancer - A True Story of Courage, Hope and Survival (Hardcover): Elsie Young Cancer - A True Story of Courage, Hope and Survival (Hardcover)
Elsie Young
R688 R610 Discovery Miles 6 100 Save R78 (11%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Cancer Diet Cookbook - Comforting Recipes for Treatment and Recovery (Paperback): Dionne Detraz The Cancer Diet Cookbook - Comforting Recipes for Treatment and Recovery (Paperback)
Dionne Detraz
R420 R388 Discovery Miles 3 880 Save R32 (8%) In Stock
How to Find a Nursing Home - Your Step By Step Guide to Finding a Nursing Home (Hardcover): Howexpert, Susan Singleton How to Find a Nursing Home - Your Step By Step Guide to Finding a Nursing Home (Hardcover)
Howexpert, Susan Singleton
R773 Discovery Miles 7 730 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Nursing Education, Administration, and Informatics - Breakthroughs in Research and Practice (Hardcover): Information Resources... Nursing Education, Administration, and Informatics - Breakthroughs in Research and Practice (Hardcover)
Information Resources Management Association
R11,338 Discovery Miles 113 380 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

As information systems become ever more pervasive in an increasing number of fields and professions, nurses in healthcare and medicine must take into consideration new advances in technologies and infrastructure that will better enable them to treat their patients and serve their communities. Nursing Education, Administration, and Informatics: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice is a comprehensive reference source for the latest scholarly material on nursing administration with a focus on patient care, the strategic management of nursing staff, and other areas. Highlighting a range of pertinent topics, such as online nursing education, social media for professional development, and practical nurse training, this publication is ideally designed for doctors, nurse practitioners, hospital administrators, and researchers and academics in all areas of the medical field.

Leadership Roles and Management Functions in Nursing - Theory and Application (Paperback, Eleventh, International Edition):... Leadership Roles and Management Functions in Nursing - Theory and Application (Paperback, Eleventh, International Edition)
Carol J. Huston
R1,628 Discovery Miles 16 280 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The best-selling leadership and management text available for nursing education programs, Leadership Roles and Management Functions in Nursing: Theory and Application, 11th Edition, combines the latest evidence-based content and a proven experiential approach to prepare students for success as they join today's professional nursing workforce. Robust coverage and hundreds of active learning exercises help students overcome a lack of real-world leadership experience and meet the demands of today's challenging, ever-changing healthcare system. From managing conflict and working collaboratively to organizing patient care and staffing, students vicariously experience the responsibilities of mid- and top-level nursing managers and hone their critical-thinking, problem-solving, and clinical decision-making skills before entering high-stakes clinical settings. The updated 11th Edition reflects the most current practices and clinical priorities in nursing leadership and management, including updated coverage of supply chain management, academic integrity as an ethical issue, healthcare reform, ransomware attacks on healthcare organizations, workplace violence, and drug diversion/reentry to work as part of substance use disorder in nursing. An array of accompanying student and instructor resources helps you make the most of your course and ensure students' success throughout their nursing education. New to this edition: NEW! Updated content reflects the ongoing impact of COVID-19 on healthcare and the latest perspectives on transformative thinking and action, dynamic priority setting, patient and worker safety, and physical and human resource allocation. UPDATED! Additional learning exercises familiarize students with outpatient/community practice settings and emphasize the importance of social justice, diversity, inclusion, and equity considerations in the nursing workplace. UPDATED! Crosswalk tables incorporate the AACN Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education (2021) and updated ANA Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice. UPDATED! Streamlined coverage throughout keeps content manageable and engaging for efficient study.

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