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Juta's Manual of Nursing

Author : Anne Young

Publisher : Juta and Company Ltd

Page : 804 pages

File Size : 39,26 MB

Release : 2003

Category : Medical

ISBN : 9780702156656

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Book Description

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.



Juta's manual of nursing

Author : Nelouise Geyer

Publisher : Juta and Company Ltd

Page : 724 pages

File Size : 36,96 MB

Release : 2009-02

Category : Medical

ISBN : 9780702180323

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Book Description

Completely updated to include the latest developments in the field of Nursing Science, this second edition covers the topics required for both Fundamental and General Nursing Science; this makes it suitable for the categories of Nursing Auxiliary, Staff Nurse and for the fundamentals of nursing for Professional Nurses. The manual has a strong community-based focus. It introduces the nurse to the fundamentals of nursing and is extremely practical, encouraging problem solving both in the clinic and in the community. Each chapter has tutorial-type questions to stimulate discussion and personal research. Key Features: This updated edition includes a chapter on the important topic of Informatics; The text is outcomes-based so that students understand the focus of each chapter; Numerous line drawings expand on difficult concepts; It covers the new curriculum; therefore lecturers can be assured the book will meet their needs; Summaries of key ethical and legal considerations in each chapter highlight these important aspects; The content encourages the development of problem-solving skills so that the nurse can deal with problems as they arise in the community/clinic environment; Self-assessment and discussion topics throughout the text test what has been learnt.



Juta's Manual of Nursing

Author : Sophie Mataniele Mogotlane

Publisher : Juta and Company Ltd

Page : 728 pages

File Size : 27,68 MB

Release : 2005

Category : Medical

ISBN : 9780702166822

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Book Description

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.



Juta's Manual of Nursing

Author : Anne Young

Publisher : Juta and Company Ltd

Page : 388 pages

File Size : 37,69 MB

Release : 2005-04

Category : Medical

ISBN : 9780702166518

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Book Description

A focus on the legal aspects of medicine, ethical issues, and community-based work distinguishes this education manual for nurses from previous volumes in the series. Discussion questions and self-assessments are included in each chapter whose subjects include care for women with special needs, disabled clients, the elderly, and patients with HIV/AIDS or a malignant disease.



The Auxiliary Nurse

Author : H. M. Erasmus

Publisher : Juta and Company Ltd

Page : 428 pages

File Size : 33,50 MB

Release : 2004-03

Category : Medical

ISBN : 9780702166433

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Book Description

"The Auxiliary Nurse" covers the entire curriculum for learners preparing to write the South African Nursing Council (SANC) examination. Arranged in learning units, the book uses an outcomes based educational strategy to guide both learners and lecturers to essential information. This richly illustrated text has sections on the history of nursing, anatomy and physiology, basic nursing, food and nutrition, first aid and comprehensive health care, which has a strong emphasis on community nursing.







A-Z of Nursing Law

Author : David Jan McQuoid-Mason

Publisher : Juta and Company Ltd

Page : 336 pages

File Size : 27,41 MB

Release : 2011-06

Category : Medical

ISBN : 9780702188985

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Book Description

This much awaited text equips nurses and other health-care professionals to deal with the legal issues they encounter in daily practice. Informative, relevant and up to date, this edition covers all recent changes to the law and legislation that affects the nursing profession. As the only local book of this nature, it is sure to become an invaluable resource for nurse practitioners and other health-care professionals. Undergraduate and postgraduate nursing students will also find it useful. Key Features: Completely comprehensive -- addresses over 450 topics; Presents topics alphabetically for ease of access; Explains exactly what the law is and its implications for nursing; Highlights aspects that require caution; Applies to both the professional and private life of the nurse.



Juta's Nursing Psychology

Author : Lyn Middleton

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Page : 0 pages

File Size : 13,93 MB

Release : 2012

Category : Human behavior

ISBN : 9780702189036

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Book Description

Aimed at nursing professionals, this handbook demonstrates how to utilize concepts from psychology in day-to-day nursing and patient relationships. With numerous, relevant case studies that encourage discussion, it examines human behavior in a holistic way—considering each patient’s brain, nervous system, personality, stage of life, and social relationships. Featuring an introduction to counseling as well as psychological approaches to health and ill-health, this record will assist medical professionals in their daily interaction with patients.



Ethics in Health Care

Author : Silvia Angelina Pera

Publisher : Juta and Company Ltd

Page : 252 pages

File Size : 41,73 MB

Release : 2005

Category : Ethics

ISBN : 9780702166792

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Book Description

Dealing primarily with nursing in South Africa and the particular challenges that the country's nurses encounter, this book looks at the ethical questions confronting nurses as well as the moral philosophy behind those considerations. Ubuntu—the African notion that everyone in a community is responsible for the welfare of its members—plays a large part in the moral deliberations of the book, as do problems particular to South Africa. This second edition is updated with new case studies on the AIDS pandemic as well as new ethical questions stemming from the legalization of abortion in South Africa and the rise in the power of health worker unions.