Concepts for Nursing Practice (with eBook Access on VitalSource)

Concepts for Nursing Practice, 4th Edition, is a comprehensive textbook that provides a conceptual approach to nursing care and applies concepts to various clinical settings. It covers 60 important concepts, with exemplars and links to other Elsevier textbooks to enhance understanding. The book emphasizes competencies and includes new concepts such as clotting, well-being and resilience, person-centered care, diversity, equity, and inclusion, public health emergencies, and spheres of practice. Case studies and interrelated concepts illustrations help apply knowledge to real-world situations. The 4th Edition reflects the latest developments in cultural competence, interprofessional collaboration, systems thinking, the nurse's role in promoting health equity, emergency response, and nurse wellness. It also includes COVID-19, human trafficking, and transgender considerations as exemplars.

Format: Hardback
Length: 640 pages
Publication date: 06 December 2023
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Selected for Doody's Core Titles® 2024 with Essential Purchase designation in Fundamentals, Concepts for Nursing Practice, 4th Edition, offers a comprehensive and intuitive approach to nursing care, covering 60 essential concepts across patient physiology, patient behavior, and the professional nursing environment. With its straightforward language and practical examples, this textbook helps students grasp complex concepts and apply them effectively in various clinical settings. To enhance understanding, the book includes ebook links to exemplars of related concepts in other Elsevier textbooks, fostering a deeper understanding of the subject matter. New to this edition are six new concepts and a focus on related core competencies, making it an invaluable resource for nursing students and professionals alike. Written by conceptual learning expert Jean Giddens, the book provides a solid foundation for building clinical judgment skills and preparing for clinical nursing situations. Its authoritative content, meticulously edited by concept-based curriculum (CBC) expert Jean Giddens, sets the standard for the growing CBC movement. The book's clear and analyzed nursing concepts span patient physiology, patient behavior, and the professional nursing environment, providing a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter. Featured Exemplars sections describe selected exemplars related to each nursing concept, covering the entire lifespan and all clinical settings, and help students assimilate concepts into practice. Integrated exemplar links connect students to concept exemplars in other purchased Elsevier nursing titles, enhancing their learning experience. The logical framework of concepts by units and themes helps students form immediate connections among related concepts, a key to conceptual learning. Case studies and real-world examples further reinforce the learning process, allowing students to apply their knowledge in practical situations. Overall, Concepts for Nursing Practice, 4th Edition is a reliable and effective textbook that will help students develop the skills and knowledge necessary for successful nursing practice.

Weight: 1488g
Dimension: 217 x 281 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323809825
Edition number: 4 ed