Foundations of Adult Nursing

Covering the issues, themes and principles that explain what it means to be a nurse today, this book provides the theory nursing students need to know and applies it to the diverse patient groups and settings that they will encounter on their placements.Key features of the book are:· Introduces the core aspects of adult nursing· An evidence-based approach with discussion of literature, policy and research and suggested further reading for every chapter· Over 30 case scenarios to help the reader understand the realities of practice across a range of settings including primary care and the community· Activity boxes which challenge assumptions and encourage reflectionThe book has been closely developed in line with the latest NMC Standards and Essential Skills Clusters and supports nursing students across their entire degree programme as they develop into nurses of the future ready to deliver and lead care

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