Principles in Nursing Practice in the Era of COVID-19

This guide provides a summary of key nursing practices and established guidelines necessary to provide care to the spectrum of patients with COVID-19, including inpatient and outpatient settings, and adult and pediatric populations. It is a practical nursing guide for nurses to provide a foundation for the care of patients with COVID-19, with concise and relevant information to fill current knowledge gaps.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 181 pages
Publication date: 08 May 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive guide provides a comprehensive summary of essential nursing practices and established guidelines necessary to provide care to the diverse spectrum of patients affected by COVID-19. Drawing upon the expertise of esteemed experts in the field, it offers concise and relevant information to address current knowledge gaps.

The emergence of the novel Coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, and the subsequent pandemic has resulted in an overwhelming influx of information regarding the nature of the virus and the most effective care strategies for those afflicted. As nurses entrusted with the care of these critically ill patients, distinguishing reliable evidence-based data from the vast array of information can be daunting, and integrating it into existing guidelines can pose significant challenges.

This book is designed as a practical nursing guide for both inpatient and outpatient settings, as well as for adult and pediatric populations. Given the rapid progression of the virus, it has caused widespread disruption on a global scale, surpassing any previous experience in our lifetime. Caring for patients with COVID-19 has proven particularly challenging due to the rapid growth of research and the continuous emergence of new data associated with the discovery of a new disease.

The editors of this book had a clear vision to create a concise, up-to-date, and easily accessible resource for nurses from diverse backgrounds, located in various geographical locations. Its primary objective is to serve as a foundational guide for the care of patients with COVID-19, offering a comprehensive overview of essential nursing practices and established guidelines.

In the following chapters, readers will delve into a range of topics, including the pathophysiology of COVID-19, the clinical presentation of patients, infection control measures, respiratory support, medication administration, and ethical considerations. Each chapter is authored by renowned experts in the field, ensuring that the information presented is accurate, evidence-based, and relevant to the clinical practice of nursing.

By utilizing this comprehensive guide, nurses will gain a deep understanding of the complexities of caring for patients with COVID-19. They will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide optimal care, mitigate the risks of infection, and support the well-being of their patients during this challenging time.

Whether you are a seasoned nurse or a novice in the field, this book is an invaluable resource that will enhance your understanding of COVID-19 and contribute to your ability to deliver exceptional care to those in need.

Weight: 369g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030947392
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022