Student Nurse Handbook E-Book

This book is an indispensable guide on how to get into and survive a pre-registration nursing course. With an immensely readable style this book inspires and encourages students to complete their course and become a nurse.Case studies and quotes from students and nurses show readers that their thoughts and feelings are shared by others - this validation will reduce stress and anxiety and give credibilityHumour and cartoons make the text readable and fun to useHints, tips and practical advice encourage the 'flagging' studentAppendices list other useful resources, contact details for organisations and websitesThe two-colour design makes it attractive to useFully updated in line with changes in nursing practice e.g. the revised NMC Code of Professional Conduct, the Disability Discrimination Act, Agenda for Change and the Knowledge and Skills Framework, Essence of Care.Expanded section on nursing modelsMore help with drug dosage calculations to assist students in developing their numeric skills.More on help on writing assignments and how to use research, including applications to practiceExpanded appendices on children's nursing and mental health branches.Template forms to assist with course applications, planning assignments and a check list for placements

This book is an indispensable guide on how to get into and survive a pre-registration nursing course. With an immensely readable style this book inspires and encourages students to complete their course and become a nurse.Case studies and quotes from students and nurses show readers that their thoughts and feelings are shared by others - this validation will reduce stress and anxiety and give credibilityHumour and cartoons make the text readable and fun to useHints, tips and practical advice encourage the 'flagging' studentAppendices list other useful resources, contact details for organisations and websitesThe two-colour design makes it attractive to useFully updated in line with changes in nursing practice e.g. the revised NMC Code of Professional Conduct, the Disability Discrimination Act, Agenda for Change and the Knowledge and Skills Framework, Essence of Care.Expanded section on nursing modelsMore help with drug dosage calculations to assist students in developing their numeric skills.More on help on writing assignments and how to use research, including applications to practiceExpanded appendices on children's nursing and mental health branches.Template forms to assist with course applications, planning assignments and a check list for placements