Author: Bethann Siviter
By Bailliere Tindall

I know- I wrote it., 2008-04-25
When the Student Nurse Handbook (2004 by Balliere Tindall) came out, the feedback we received was- "It's Great! But I understand now- what's next?"
This book was intended to pick up where the Student Nurse Handbook (SNH)left off, helping you move from being a student nurse to working and practising as a nurse- but just as much it was intended for those already working as nurses to be sure their practice lived up to the standards required.
Its not about *how* to do things, its about *why* you do them, supporting you to develop your clinical judgement and decision making.
The chapters start with help getting a job- CV, interview, how to do a seminar presentation- and then go into helping you develop the art that is your nursing practice. The popular seminar "Transitioning from Student to Staff Nurse" evolved into a chapter of its own, with guidance on what we want from you in the clinical areas and how to survive going from a no-pay student to an earning, accountable and competent nurse.
As with the Student Nurse Handbook, I wrote this as if you were a friend with whom I was sharing time, but unlike the SNH this was written after I have spent a substantial period as a patient so the focus includes an increased awareness of what patients need from nurses.
There are fewer cartoons than in the SNH, but just as many examples and scenarios from practice, giving you concrete tips on how to not just survive but enjoy your new career.
There is a substantial chapter on mentorship, and one on developing your reflection into reflection in action, allowing you to make better use of your decision making skills, and a chapter on research and evidence based practice, assisting you to develop a more evidence-based approach to care.
All in all, this book is basic, but that doesn't mean its not important. The art of nursing is one that needs constant work to remain focused and up to date- this book should assist you in developing your career and practice.Its founded in nursing theory and presented with clear words, useful examples,humour and a passion for nursing.
The only shortcoming in my opinion is that there is not a lot of room for models- but the 2nd edition of the SNH will have expanded models in it; there was not enough room for nursing models, and the hope is that by qualification you would have understood that part well enough to not miss it. What it does promote however is that you are in control of your nursing, that you have the reason and right to be proud of being a nruse, and that it is your obligation to do the best you can to be the nurse your patient needs.
Thank you for buying the books I write for you- when I write, I try to imagine each individual parting with hard earned money and hoping that what I give them is a fair trade. Let me know how I can make this book a better value and more useful resource by writing me through the publisher.
And thank you for caring enough about your nursing to want to be the best nurse possible.

Author: David Westbrook, Helen Kennerley, Joan Kirk
By Sage Publications Ltd

Author: Nigel Palastanga, Roger W. Soames, Derek Field
By Butterworth-Heinemann

NEED TO LEARN ANATOMY FAST? THIS IS THE BOOK, 2006-03-13
I AM A STUDENT CURRENTLY STUDYING FOR A SPORTS THERAPY COURSE WHERE WE HAVE THE TOP PHYSIOTHERAPIST AS OUR LETUCURES. THIS IS THE BOOK THEY RECOMEND FOR USE AND IT IS REALLY SIMPLE TO FOLLOW AND UNDERSTAND, EVEN BETTER THEN THE 4TH ED WHERE IT IS IN COLOUR, WELL WOTH THE MONEY. MUST BE TRYED I BET IT WILL HELP WITH YOUR STUDYS.

Author: Ann Richards, Sharon L. Edwards
By Churchill Livingstone

Survival guide for any nurse!!!!!!!, 2008-04-30
This is a fantastic book for not only nurses but also student nurses. It covers everything that you need to know from, procedures such as ECG's and Urine Tests, to a section decidated to Pharmacology. As well as having in depth details on numerous procedures and drugs the book also contains a section on systems such as the renal and nervous systems for example. These are then broken into sections containing illnesses/problems and why they occur, and the nursing care required. The book also covers a large amount of A and P, and would be excellent for the Specfic Health Needs and Individual Health Needs module due to the amount of information it contains. The book it self is also small which I find great as you can pop it in your bag and use it to refer whist on placement. I know several other student nurses who have brought this book and also rave about it and would strongly reccomend it.

Author: Gretchen Becker
By Robinson Publishing

Fab, 2008-08-04
I have just been diagnosed a Diabetic and i have to say this is the best book i have ever read. She starts right from the begining, explaining how its not your fault!!! explain how everyone is always waiting for the phone call to be told its a mistaker everything. It's fantastic! it made me cry it made me laugh and it's full of the information you really need to know. what questions to ask your doctor, how to decline dinner invites without casuing offence. It's great. It's defiinatly become my bible to help me deal with this. I would recommend it to anyone who has just been diagnosed and thinks "what do i do now??"

Author: Jennifer Cornbleet
By Book Publishing Company

quick and easy, 2008-07-25
I am delighted with this book. Started off with the walnut & raisin cakes - actually dates, almonds, walnuts, raisins. My husband loves them so I make double batches every few days, and it stops him eating choc bars! Cucumber soup for dinner guests was next - absolutely delicious, one I intend to make again and again. Personally I don't think there is anything wrong with the photos or the book itself. All looks fine to me. Thoroughly recommend it. Am looking forward to trying out some more recipes.

Author: Diane M. Fraser, Maggie A. Cooper
By Churchill Livingstone

And the answer to the qeustion everyone wants to know...., 2007-02-15
Yes - its better than Mayes. Well I think so anyway!

I've used the book for every assignment in my training and am sure I will continue to dip into the book when qualified. Its clearly written and easy to understand. Broken down into short sections with good headings. Useful diagrams.

There's 7 sections in the book and each section is split into different chapters, each written by a different author.

Section 1 - Midwifery.
Includes; The Midwife, Social Context of Motherhood,Ethics, Evidence based Practice. History and regulation.

Section 2 - Anatomy and Reproduction.
Chapters Include; pelvis, female urinary system, hormonal cycles, fertilisation, placenta, the fetus.

Section 3 - Pregnancy
Chapters Include; Adaptation to pregnancy, parent education, exercises, antenatal care, abnormalities, problems, medical disorders, multiple pregnancies, fetal investigation.

Section 4 - Labour.
Chapters inc; first stage, pain relief, 2nd stage, third stage, uterine action disorders, malposition, operative delivery, obstetric emergencies.

Section 5 - The Puerperium.
Chapters Inc; Physioology, Complications, Psychology, Family Planning, Bereavement.

Section 6 - Newborn Baby.
Chapters Inc; Normal Baby, feeding, low birthweight baby, the ill baby, respiratory problems, Trauma during birth, Abnormalities, Jaundice.

Section 7 - The Context Of Midwifery Practice.
Chapters inc; Pharmacology, complementary therapies, public health services, supervision of midwives, risk management, organisation of health services, international midwifery, vital statistics.

Author: Selene Yeager
By Rodale Press

Author: Trisha Greenhalgh
By WileyBlackwell

well written and easy to understand, 2008-05-14
This is the second time I have bought this book. I lent it to a friend and never got it back. I have found it invaluable for my MSc and my friend found it a great help for her BSc (obviously!). I highly recommend it to anyone who needs to be able to critically appraise medical literature.

Author: John B. West
By Lippincott Williams & Wilkins,US

Everything you need to know, 2003-12-18
Great book, everything you need to know about resp physiology in a nutshell. Easy to understand and remember. Extremely well written. One of the best buys so far and great for exams.