Table of Contents

Detailed table of contents vi List of contributors xxii Foreword to the eighth edition xxvi Introduction and guidelines for use xxvii Quick reference to the procedure guidelines xxx Acknowledgements xxxiv List of abbreviations xxxv Part One Managing the patient journey 1 Chapter 1 The context of nursing 3 Chapter 2 Assessment, discharge and end of life care 21 Chapter 3 Infection prevention and control 79 Chapter 4 Risk management 129 Part Two Supporting the patient with human functioning153 Chapter 5 Communication 155 Chapter 6 Elimination 195 Chapter 7 Moving and positioning 279 Chapter 8 Nutrition, fl uid balance and blood transfusion333 Chapter 9 Patient comfort 417 Chapter 10 Respiratory care 533 Part Three Supporting the patient through the diagnosticprocess 615 Chapter 11 Interpreting diagnostic tests 617 Chapter 12 Haematological procedures 713 Chapter 13 Observations 745 Chapter 14 Radionuclide investigations and therapy 829 Part Four Supporting the patient through treatment867 Chapter 15 Cytotoxic therapy 869 Chapter 16 Medicines management 933 Chapter 17 Perioperative care 1041 Chapter 18 Vascular access devices: insertion and management1079 Chapter 19 Wound management 1165 Appendices 1203 Index 1215

Reviews

"It is a well written, comprehensive text that emphasises theimportance of seeing nursing procedures as a fundamental aspect ofpatient-centred nursing care ... This is an excellent resource toimprove and enhance clinical practice." (Nursing Standard, 2November 2011) "Coverage encompasses every aspect of patient management andsupport, at every stage of their journey. Clear page design andcolor-coded chapters help make the contents accessible." (BookNews, 1 October 2011)