Graduate nurses are expected to 'hit the ground running', taking on complex care challenges in a stressful and fast-paced environment. This comprehensive yet accessible textbook provides expert guidance for students and commencing nurses on the contexts for their practice. Part 1 presents a pragmatic insight into the intersection, tensions and complexities of practice and professional issues for Australian nurses. It outlines the nature of nursing roles and professional codes of conduct, national health priority areas and legal and ethical issues including the growing use of health informatics. There is an examination of the diverse career paths available in nursing, a focus on nurses' mental health and well-being and a special examination of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health issues. Part 2 unpacks key issues across a range of clinical contexts that will be a key resource for clinical practicums. Contexts covered include acute care, community nursing, paediatric nursing, mental health nursing and aged care. Part 3 examines the professional and practice issues of nursing in diverse, distinctive and emergent practice areas including aesthetic nursing, military nursing and international nursing with case studies and vignettes highlighting common issues and challenges. Drawing on the expertise of a wide range of Australian clinical and academic nursing professionals, this text is a key reference for all nursing undergraduates seeking to enter successfully into the profession.

Neonatal Nursing in Australia and New Zealand: Principles for Practice uniquely reflects the local practice, context and standards of neonatal nursing in Australia and New Zealand. Edited by Victoria Kain and Trudi Mannix, the content spans all neonatal care settings, addressing the considerations of all levels, including special care and intensive care units, while highlighting the collaborative nature of neonatal care and interdisciplinary teamwork within this environment. The text comprehensively addresses ANZ-specific perspectives, including the neonatal context for First Peoples; the neonatal nurse practitioner and advanced practice roles; workplace culture; newborn screening, resuscitation, retrievals and transport; stabilisation of the high-risk newborn; the range of disorders by body system; legal and ethical issues; and end-of-life care in the neonatal unit. Supported by international and ANZ neonatal network data Aligned to the Australian College of Neonatal Nurses and New Zealand Nurses Organisation Standards Key learning objectives emphasised Nursing and midwifery-focused Case studies provide the vital link between theory and practice Clinical Practice and Reflections features further reader insight and knowledge Evidence-based practice research underpins all chapters Family-centred care is reinforced throughout Evolve resources included to enhance teaching and learning: eBook on VitalSource Student and Lecturer resources, for each chapter: Test banks of MCQ and short answer questions Additional online case studies Journal articles related to practice and critical thinking questions Answer guide to in-text and online case study, test bank and article questions

Fundamentals of Nursing, 2e highlights the core themes of nursing, including nurse, person, health and environment, covering the fundamental concepts, skills and standards of practice. Research and evidence-based practice issues are highlighted to help introductory nursing students prepare for delivering care for culturally diverse populations across a continuum of settings. With up-to-date coverage of the Registered Nurse Standards of Practice (2016) and key pedagogical features such as our unique ‘Spotlight on Critical Thinking’ questions, this text challenges students to assess their own nursing practice and apply the concepts to real-life clinical settings. Fundamentals of Nursing presents in-depth material in a clear, concise manner using language that is easy to read and has good coverage of topics such as rural and remote nursing and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health. This text is complemented by the bestselling Tollefson, Clinical Psychomotor Skills: Assessment Tools for Nursing, which covers skills and procedures. A value pack of these two texts is available. Premium online teaching and learning tools are available on the MindTap platform.

Kozier and Erb’s Fundamentals of Nursing prepares students for practice in a range of diverse clinical settings and help them understand what it means to be a competent professional nurse in the twenty-first century. This third Australian edition has once again undergone a rigorous review and writing process. Contemporary changes in the regulation of nursing are reflected in the chapters and the third edition continues to focus on the three core philosophies: Person-centred care, critical thinking and clinical reasoning and cultural safety. Students will develop the knowledge, critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to deliver care for their patients in ways that signify respect, acceptance, empathy, connectedness, cultural sensitivity and genuine concern.

This new text discusses the roles and responsibilities of those working within the perioperative environment in Australia and New Zealand. It highlights the changing face of perioperative nursing and gives an overview of key concepts including anaesthetic, intraoperative and postanaesthesia recovery care; day surgery and endoscopy. Professional development and medico-legal aspects are also discussed. This is an introductory text which will appeal to a broad market from trainee enrolled nurses; to undergraduate nursing students doing a perioperative clinical placement; to postgraduate students of perioperative nursing. Registered nurses working within or preparing to work within this area, as well as other operating room staff such as anaesthetic technicians will also find this text invaluable.

Endorsed by the Australian College of Critical Care Nurses (ACCCN) ACCCN is the peak professional organisation representing critical care nurses in Australia Written by leading critical care nursing clinicians, Leanne Aitken, Andrea Marshall and Wendy Chaboyer, the 4th edition of Critical Care Nursing continues to encourage and challenge critical care nurses and students to develop world-class practice and ensure the delivery of the highest quality care. The text addresses all aspects of critical care nursing and is divided into three sections: scope of practice, core components and specialty practice, providing the most recent research, data, procedures and guidelines from expert local and international critical care nursing academics and clinicians. Alongside its strong focus on critical care nursing practice within Australia and New Zealand, the 4th edition brings a stronger emphasis on international practice and expertise to ensure students and clinicians have access to the most contemporary practice insights from around the world. Increased emphasis on practice tips to help nurses care for patients within critical care Updated case studies, research vignettes and learning activities to support further learning Highlights the role of the critical care nurse within a multidisciplinary environment and how they work together Increased global considerations relevant to international context of critical care nursing alongside its key focus within the ANZ context Aligned to update NMBA RN Standards for Practice and NSQHS Standards

Law for Nurses and Midwives continues to be the definitive health law text for nursing and midwifery students who are required to consider legal, professional and ethical considerations as part of their tertiary studies. The 9th edition includes the latest updates to case law and information on nursing and midwifery governance and professional practice standards, outlining a range of legal issues and responsibilities specific to both nursing and midwifery practice, including consent to treatment, confidentiality, professional negligence and professional ethics. Written by the most eminent experts in nursing and midwifery law in Australia, Patricia Staunton and Mary Chiarella, Law for Nurses and Midwives provides a comprehensive and accessible resource for nursing and midwifery students to understand the relevance of legal issues to the provision of safe and effective healthcare. NEW chapter: Chapter 9 The International Confederation of Midwives Code of ethics for midwives and the International Council of Nurses Code of ethics for nurses gives you the latest information on global standards for ethical practice Increased focus on midwives strengthens the text’s relevance to midwifery practice Updated chapter content reflects changes to Australian state and territory legislation as well as new case reports keeping you fully informed on issues such as: - nursing and midwifery professional practice standards; - detailed consideration of the legal issues pertinent to mental health; - consent to treatment, including the right to withhold consent and end-of-life planning; - the contract of employment, including workplace health and safety and workers compensation. An eBook included in all print purchases

Emergency and Trauma Care is written for Australian emergency care providers including paramedics, emergency nurses, pre-hospital care providers, nurse practitioners, general practice nurses and allied health practitioners including occupational therapists and physiotherapists who are caring for trauma patients.This book follows the patient journey from pre-hospital to definitive care. Using a body systems approach, each chapter provides comprehensive coverage of all aspects of adult and paediatric emergencies. Implications for clinical practice is supported by chapters of professional practice, clinical skills, research, evidence-based practice, and legal, ethical and cultural issues. Clinical assessment, physiology, management and rationale for intervention of common and not so common emergency presentations are provided, with each chapter providing clear and relevant examples for both Paramedics and Nurses.Emergency and Trauma Care brings together a team of highly respected clinical practitioners and academics to deliver the most up-to-date text dealing with the practical procedures and evidence experienced by emergency and trauma care providers every day. - Chapter 2 Pre-hospital care overview in Australia and NZ - Chapter 10 Scene assessment, management and rescue - Chapter 11 Pre-Hospital Clinical Reasoning, Triage and Communication - Pre-hospital and emergency nursing considerations included in all relevant chapters - Chapter 5 Cultural Considerations in Emergency Care addresses cultural diversity, beliefs and values and focuses on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and Maori health - Chapter 19 Resuscitation includes advanced life support, airway management and incorporates the 2010 Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines - Chapter 37 People with disabilities provides assessment, examination and communication strategies for working with clients with intellectual and physical disabilities - Section 5 focuses on examination and communication strategies for working with unique population groups, including the elderly, disabled, obstetric and paediatric patients - Section 6 details major trauma assessment and management, blast injury, and trauma to specific body regions - Essentials outline the main points addressed in each chapter - Practice tips assist with communication skills, procedures and assessment - Case studies supported by questions throughout - Summaries and Key points, review questions, web links and references provide for consolidation and further research. - Evolve resources include Power point slides, 30 additional Case studies, image bank, web links - Three paramedic specific chapters (including scene assessment and management)

Lewis’s Medical-Surgical Nursing has long been considered a comprehensive and reliable resource for nursing students preparing for their transition into clinical practice. This sixth edition has been fully updated to incorporate the latest research, data, current clinical practice, procedures and guidelines. The text addresses core skills and knowledge that students need to pass their exams and go on to provide expert clinical care. It prepares nurses to assess patients, understand underlying diseases and their signs and symptoms, and go on to plan and deliver care. The text encourages readers to develop their clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills in order to apply theory to their work. This edition has been produced by leading expert nursing academics and clinicians who bring a strengthened focus on inclusion and diversity. Provides a person-centred holistic approach to patient assessment and care. Complex concepts are illustrated with figures, tables, summaries and reflections of best practice. Case studies throughout—based on real-life medical-surgical scenarios—help students to apply theory to real life. Clinical practice features offer practical guidance for students. Underpinned by the nursing process framework. Instructor resources on Evolve: Image collection PowerPoint slides Student and Instructor resources on Evolve: Answer guidelines for clinical reasoning questions in case studies Student case studies Fluids and electrolytes tutorial eNursing Care Plans Clinical Cases Case Study Review questions and answers with answer rationale Conceptual Care Map Creato Refreshed and up-to-date evidence, statistics, standards and procedures. Updated chapters on the deteriorating patient and advanced life support to reflect recent international (ILCOR) and national (ARC) practice guidelines. New chapter on caring for individuals with intellectual disability and autism. Increased focus throughout on culturally safe care that aims to improve access to services and improved health outcomes for Maori, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Focus on the impact of COVID-19. Enhanced content on gender equity, mental health, intellectual disability and autism, harm minimisation for people experiencing the effects of alcohol and other drugs, patient safety and nurses’ wellbeing and safety at work. Updated Evolve resources for students and instructors