Textbook of Basic Nursing

Concerned the practical/vocational nursing curriculum this text covers basic sciences nursing process growth and development over the lifespan basic anatomy and physiology skills pharmacology step-by-step nursing procedures and the changing healthcare delivery system. It includes units on obstetrics paediatrics medical-surgical geriatric and mental health nursing. Additional chapters in this edition cover community health and home care focus; transcultural considerations; long-term care; ambulatory and home care; and nursing assessment and physical examination.