Clinical Skills for Nurses, 2nd Edition

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This pocket-sized guide is tailored for student nurses, offering a comprehensive understanding of essential clinical skills and procedures across various healthcare settings, from hospitals to community care. Authored by an experienced nurse and Practice Development Trainer, it presents 16 clinical skills in a clear, step-by-step format. Engaging activities and exercises enhance confidence and competence, while end-of-chapter questions assess knowledge on topics such as intravenous therapy, tracheotomy care, bowel care, early patient assessment, and basic life support. The second edition features updated content, including information on the PUREWICK female external catheter, constipation, moisture lesions, Aseptic Non-Touch Technique (ANTT), and the National Early Warning Score (NEWS). It also introduces additional 'Test Your Knowledge' questions, new online resource links, and four new clinical skills: stoma care, continence care, anaphylaxis, and performing an electrocardiogram (ECG). Aligned with current NMC standards for pre-registration education and Essential Skills Clusters, this guide provides foundational knowledge on skill performance, practical tips from real-life student nurses, and examples from diverse nursing scenarios. It is filled with learning tools such as glossaries, key points, outcomes, illustrations, tables, and graphs, making it an essential resource for both student nurses and those seeking to ref