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Nursing the Acutely Ill Adult: Priorities in Assessment and Management

Nursing the Acutely Ill Adult: Priorities in Assessment and Management

by David Clarke (Editor), Alison Ketchell (Editor)

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    Paperback 2011

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Synopsis

Using a stimulating case study approach, this comprehensive book provides an understanding of the common signs and symptoms related to serious acute illness in adults. It outlines priorities in the assessment and management of the acutely ill and aids recognition of the pathophysiological changes which are inherent to serious illness.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 336
 Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Published: 15 Mar 2011
ISBN 10: 0230584705
ISBN 13: 9780230584709

Media Reviews
'This book is an excellent resource for improving and consolidating assessment and management' - Nursing Standard 'This book clearly illustrates the need-to-know theoretical background for clinical practice with its useful, scenario-based approach. A welcome addition to the field.' - Karen Page, Teaching Fellow, School of Nursing and Midwifery,Queen's University Belfast,UK 'Student nurses need books that do more than just provide knowledge on anatomy and physiology - this book does more. An invaluable asset for anyone struggling with applied pathophysiology.' - John Costello, Senior Lecturer, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work, University of Manchester, UK
Author Bio
DAVID CLARKE is an experienced lecturer and Deputy Postgraduate Research Tutor in the School of Healthcare at the University of Leeds, UK. His teaching now centres around research methods, his own research currently including a qualitative process evaluation of a training programme for caregivers after a stroke. ALISON KETCHELL Lecturer and Teaching Lead in the School of Healthcare at the University of Leeds, UK. She specializes in acute and cardiac care and previously worked as a senior sister in cardiology and coronary care. Alison has maintained close links with clinical practice throughout her teaching career.