Critical thinking and writing is central to effective nursing practice. Written specifically for nursing students, this book offers practical guidance on what it means to think critically as a nurse and how to apply this to study and practice.  From critically reviewing literature for assessments to evaluating evidence to support decision-making in practice, the book provides a unique framework for developing essential critical skills.

Key features

• A new chapter on ′Writing the Clinical Case Study′, along with new guidance on how to become a successful independent learner, advice on managing information overload, and many more updates and enhancements on the previous edition.
• Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC standards            
• Filled with activities and student case studies demonstrating how to apply critical thinking and reflection in practice
• Innovative approach that introduces the different levels of critical thinking and reflection required of degree level study

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Key features:

• Fully mapped to the new NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates (2018)
• Case studies, activities and other learning features help you master the skills, whatever your level.
• Focused specifically on the skills you will need in your studies and practice, both now and in the future.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Understanding Nursing Associate Practice series (UNAP) is a new collection of books uniquely designed to support trainee Nursing Associates throughout their training and into a professional career.

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Suitable for students of all health-related disciplines in which written assignments requiring reflective practice are required.

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• How to manage your time
• How to develop your reading and note-taking skills
• How to search the literature and apply critical thinking to your reading
• How to write essays and reference your sources
• How to use feedback and reflective practice to improve your academic performance
• How to deliver effective presentations

This book will help you to develop your study skills and become a resilient lifelong learner.

Contents

1 Skills for the resilient learner
2 Effective time management
3 Reading and note-taking skills
4 Skills for literature searching
5 Skills for critical thinking
6 Writing essays and reports
7 Referencing skills
8 Feedback
9 Reflective writing skills
10 Skills for teamworking
11 Skills for presentations and public speaking
12 Skills for employability in health and social care
13 Skills for the developing professional
14 Lifelong learning skills: future-proof your learning

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This practical book equips you with the digital capabilities you need for your nursing studies and career. Whether you are a digital native or less confident with technology, the book develops your ability to harness digital tools and opportunities to enhance your nursing practice. From using technology for better communication, collaboration and participation to honing your technical skills, the book instils the digital mindset you need as a 21st century nurse.

Key features:

·         Mapped to HEE’s Digital Capability Framework

·         Structured around opportunities for self-assessment and reflection to help you identify the areas that require work

·         Focuses on the capabilities specifically needed for the nursing role, using activities and case studies to highlight their application to practice

·         Covers topical issues such as digital wellbeing, online professionalism, data protection and more

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Do you find research challenging to read? Do you struggle to get to grips with a research paper?

Understanding, critiquing and using research is a key requirement of students studying nursing and healthcare. This bookwill equip you with the skills you need to understand research and use it in your practice and academic assignments.

The approach used in this book is unique: each chapter focuses on a published research paper – one you might be asked to read for a seminar or include in your academic work. In clear, straightforward language, the authors take you through each paper step by step, using it as a basis for exploring the underpinning research method or design, and how it has been reported.

Key features:

·       Each chapter focuses on a different research method by working through a relevant research paper

·       Identifies the main skills you need for your course: understanding research methods and critiquing articles

·       Written specifically for nursing and healthcare students by experienced nursing and health care lecturers

·       Develops your confidence in understanding research by helping you to apply your knowledge to real research papers.

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The market-leading at a Glance series is popular among healthcare students and newly qualified practitioners for its concise, simple approach and excellent illustrations.

Each bite-sized chapter is covered in a double-page spread with clear, easy-to-follow diagrams, supported by succinct explanatory text.

Covering a wide range of topics, books in the at a Glance series are ideal as introductory texts for teaching, learning and revision, and are useful throughout university and beyond.

Everything you need to know about anatomy and physiology … at a Glance!

An ideal introduction and revision guide for anatomy and physiology

As part of the popular At a Glance series, Anatomy & Physiology for Nursing & Healthcare Students provides a wonderful introduction to the topic and is written with the student nurse in mind. This is also a useful reference guide for any healthcare professional looking for a quick refresher on the human body. The book strikes a balance between being succinct without being superficial, with concise writing that provides an overview of anatomy and physiology. Helping nurses develop practical skills and deliver increasingly complex care for patients through the study of how the body functions, readers will also find:

• A user-friendly approach that includes bite-size pieces of information and full-colour diagrams to help students retain, recall, and apply facts to their practice
• Clinical practice points that aim to encourage readers to relate to the theoretical concepts in practice
• New to the second edition: a chapter on anatomical terms and emphasising the importance of the correct anatomical terminology in communication between healthcare professionals
• Includes access to a companion website with self-assessment questions for each chapter

This quick and easy-to-digest introduction to anatomy and physiology is the perfect textbook for nursing students in all fields of practice, allied healthcare students including paramedics and physiotherapists, and newly qualified nurses and nursing associates. It is also an ideal reference book for anyone looking for an overview of the human body. The book is also available in a range of digital formats which allows for easy access on the go.

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This new edition is also available as an e-book. For more details, please see www.wiley.com/buy/9781119757207

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Key features: 
·        Fully mapped to the NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates (2018)
·        Case studies and activities illustrate theory in different practice settings across all fields of nursing
·        Written specifically to address the unique experiences, challenges and requirements of the nursing associate role

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Understanding Nursing Associate Practice series (UNAP) is a new collection of books uniquely designed to support trainee nursing associates throughout their training and into a professional career.

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Key features
o Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC standards, showing how research relates to the requirements of a registered nurse
o Straightforward language and a step-by-step approach introduce you to key concepts and guide you through all aspects of the research process
o Filled with activities and case studies to help you apply research principles and methods to your studies and practice

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Delivering knowledge, theory and skills for the NMC Future Nurse curriculum.

This definitive textbook introduces the core topics and essential information that every nursing student will need to master during their degree. Written by a diverse team of nursing educators from around the UK, with input from patients, practitioners and students, the book delivers a complete solution that challenges modern nursing practice and prepares students for the changing health needs of communities and individuals.

Key features:

• Adopts a values-based and person-centred approach to nursing
• Modelled on the NMC Standards providing full coverage of the core curriculum
• Real-life ‘voices’ and experiences from patients, students and practitioners bring the subject to life
• Includes active learning features that develop graduate nursing skills such as critical thinking, reflection and evidence-based practice

Lecturers and educators can also access a collection of exclusive teaching materials including presentation slides for each chapter, hundreds of multiple choice and short-form questions, guided case studies as well as recommendations for video-based activities with assignable questions.

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Evidence-based practice is central to safe, high-quality and effective nursing. However, learning how to critique evidence and apply it to practice can be challenging at first. Written in clear, student-friendly language, this book builds your understanding of the terminology, theory and practice of using evidence. Learn how to evaluate different sources of evidence, apply this to your clinical decision making and, ultimately, contribute to an evidence-based culture in your workplace. 

Key features

o   Each chapter is mapped to the new 2018 NMC standards, showing how what you have learned relates to the requirements of a registered nurse             

o   Filled with activities and student case studies to help you understand how to identify, evaluate and implement evidence-based practice

o   Promotes an evidence-based culture in all aspects of nursing practice, supporting your professional identity and development

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