Juta S Complete Textbook Of Medical Surgical Nursing

The basics of fundamental and general nursing science are presented in this health resource for auxiliary, enrolled, and registered general nurses. A strong community nursing focus infuses the outcome-based teachings and questions to stimulate further discussion. Practical information on nursing in South Africa is provided, including working in the legal framework, managing the challenges of nursing in a culturally diverse society, and dealing with patients suffering from HIV and AIDS. Medical teachings on the use of oxygen, temperature regulation, mobility, and skin integrity complement the ethical discussions.

2 Books & CD-ROM. Written specifically for southern African nursing students by southern African nursing professionals, this 2-part volume provides the learner with comprehensive information on all the systems contained in the human body. The content has been carefully selected to build on existing knowledge, and adopts a scientific approach that integrates nursing processes throughout the chapters. Topics include the nurse's role in the management of patients/clients with medical and surgical problems; the role of the nurse as a primary caregiver, educator, advisor and advocate of patient's rights; and suggestions to enhance the patient/nurse relationship. The book is organised into two parts: Part I - Cross-Systems and Part II - The Systems.

Providing comprehensive information on all the systems of the human body, this reference blends scientific data with practical knowledge to address issues in medical surgical nursing, including a summary of specific conditions, nursing diagnoses, and nursing interventions. With content that has been carefully selected to build on existing nursing knowledge, this text also provides guidance on topics such as a nurse's role in the management of patients and clients with medical or surgical problems; the role of the nurse as a primary caregiver, educator, adviser, and advocate of patients' rights; and suggestions to enhance the patient/nurse relationship.