Mosby's Essentials for Nursing Assistants / Edition 6

by Leighann Remmert

Overview

The content of this textbook centers on the essential procedures/skills related to the effective care for patients in various settings. The way this content is organized is: Principles, Guidelines, Procedures, then Illustrations. The Procedures/Skills are presented in this order to address the importance of their practice in adherence to OBRA regulations.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	2900323523928
Publisher:	Elsevier Health Sciences
Publication date:	02/26/2018
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	600
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 1.25(h) x 9.00(d)

About the Author

Sorrentino, Sheila A., RN, PhD; Gorek, Bernie, RNC, GNP, MA

Table of Contents

Introduction to Health Care

The Nursing Assistant

Work Ethics

Communicating with the Health Team

Understanding the Person

Understanding Body Structure and Function

Caring for the Older Person

Promoting Safety

Preventing Infection

Using Body Mechanics

Assisting with Comfort

Assisting with Hygiene

Assisting with Grooming

Assisting with Urinary Elimination

Assisting with Bowel Elimination

Assisting with Nutrition and Fluids

Assisting with Assessment

Assisting with Exercise and Activity

Assisting with Wound Care

Assisting with Oxygen Needs

Assisting with Rehabilitation and Restorative Care

Caring for Persons with Common Health Problems

Caring for Persons with Confusion and Dementia

Assisting with Emergency Care

Caring for the Dying Person