Vital signs for nurses : an introduction to clinical observations /

Accurate clinical observations are the key to good patient care and fundamental to nursing practice. 'Vital Signs for Nurses' will support anyone in care delivery to enhance their skills and reflect upon their own practice and assist in their continuing professional development.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors:	Smith, Joyce, 1950- (Author), Roberts, Rachel, 1970- (Author)
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	Chichester, West Sussex, UK : Wiley-Blackwell, 2011, ©2011.
Subjects:	Vital signs > Measurement. Physical diagnosis. Nursing. Physical Examination > nursing Vital Signs Physical Examination
Online Access:	Connect to the full text of this electronic book

Table of Contents:

Legal and ethical principles
Infection prevention
The respiratory system
The cardiovascular system
Temperature
Urine output
Pain : the 5th vital sign
Early warning scoring tools
Communication
Nutrition
Blood glucose monitoring
Record keeping
Continuing professional development
Reflective practice
Conclusion and multiple choice questions.