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Detailed table of contents vi <p>List of contributors xxii</p> <p>Foreword to the eighth edition xxvi</p> <p>Introduction and guidelines for use xxvii</p> <p>Quick reference to the procedure guidelines xxx</p> <p>Acknowledgements xxxiv</p> <p>List of abbreviations xxxv</p> <p><b>Part One Managing the patient journey 1</b></p> <p>Chapter 1 The context of nursing 3</p> <p>Chapter 2 Assessment, discharge and end of life care 21</p> <p>Chapter 3 Infection prevention and control 79</p> <p>Chapter 4 Risk management 129</p> <p><b>Part Two Supporting the patient with human functioning 153</b></p> <p>Chapter 5 Communication 155</p> <p>Chapter 6 Elimination 195</p> <p>Chapter 7 Moving and positioning 279</p> <p>Chapter 8 Nutrition, fl uid balance and blood transfusion 333</p> <p>Chapter 9 Patient comfort 417</p> <p>Chapter 10 Respiratory care 533</p> <p><b>Part Three Supporting the patient through the diagnostic process 615</b></p> <p>Chapter 11 Interpreting diagnostic tests 617</p> <p>Chapter 12 Haematological procedures 713</p> <p>Chapter 13 Observations 745</p> <p>Chapter 14 Radionuclide investigations and therapy 829</p> <p><b>Part Four Supporting the patient through treatment 867</b></p> <p>Chapter 15 Cytotoxic therapy 869</p> <p>Chapter 16 Medicines management 933</p> <p>Chapter 17 Perioperative care 1041</p> <p>Chapter 18 Vascular access devices: insertion and management 1079</p> <p>Chapter 19 Wound management 1165</p> <p>Appendices 1203</p> <p>Index 1215</p>

"It is a well written, comprehensive text that emphasises the importance of seeing nursing procedures as a fundamental aspect of patient-centred nursing care ... This is an excellent resource to improve and enhance clinical practice." (Nursing Standard, 2 November 2011) <p>"Coverage encompasses every aspect of patient management and support, at every stage of their journey. Clear page design and color-coded chapters help make the contents accessible." (Book News, 1 October 2011)</p> <p> </p>

<p><b>Lisa Dougherty</b> OBE, RN, MSc, DClinP, is a Nurse Consultant in Intravenous Therapy, The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust in the UK.</p> <p><b>Sara Lister</b> RN, PGDAE, BSc, MSC, MBACP, is with The Pastoral Care Centre, The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust in the UK.</p>

"... undoubtedly responds to a clear demand from practitioners for a user-friendly, accessible resource."<br /> —<b><i>Journal of Clinical Nursing</i></b> <p>Clinical skills procedures are a fundamental aspect of patient-centred nursing care. The Professional Edition of <i>The Royal Marsden Hospital Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures</i> provides up-to-date, evidence-based clinical skills procedures related to essential aspects of a person’s care. Procedure guidelines are based on an appraisal of the latest research findings and advice from clinical experts, to enable students and qualified nurses to provide the best possible care. The manual provides the underlying theory and evidence for procedures, enabling nurses to gain the confidence they need to become fully informed, skilled practitioners.</p> <p>The <i>Eighth Edition</i> is organized in four sections which reflect the patient experience. It includes multiple headings to make the text accessible and this edition has many more colour photos and diagrams.</p> <p><b>Key features</b></p> <ul> <li>Nationally recognized as the essential guide to clinical nursing skills</li> <li>Includes step-by step procedures related to essential aspects of a patient's care</li> <li>Provides all the knowledge nurses need to be fully informed and practise accountably</li> <li>Enables nurses to deliver clinically effective, patient-focused care</li> <li>Clear, user-friendly and easy to understand</li> <li>All procedures include the rationale for each action</li> <li>Evidence graded to help nurses assess its validity</li> <li>Online edition www.rmmonline.co.uk also available</li> </ul> <p>"...an excellent tool to enable nurses to access the latest research relevant to practice quickly and easily from a source they can trust. For many nurses it has become a defining text."<br /> —<b>Christine Beasley</b>, Chief Nursing Officer, Department of Health</p> <p>"...a resource that all nurses would want access to, so as to ensure the care they give is of the highest standard..."<br /> —<b>Theresa Shaw</b>, Chief Executive, Foundation of Nursing Studies (FoNS)</p> <p>"...bursting with information and guidance on clinical nursing procedures...well written and an excellent resource for nurses."<br /> —<b><i>Nursing Standard</i></b></p>

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