An in-depth introduction to the different types of literature review that takes away the guesswork. It walks you through the whole process and provides a flexible toolkit for analysing and synthesising all types of data used in literature reviews.

Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards and filled with real life scenarios and activities, this book develops students' competence and confidence in managing the care of critically and acutely ill patients.

A clear, straightforward guide to the fundamentals of mental health. The book gives healthcare students a firm foundation in what we mean by the term 'mental health', the factors which affect mental health, and the interventions and processes by which mental health issues are dealt with.

This new edition introduces the underpinning theory and concepts required for the development of first class communication and interpersonal skills in nursing. By providing a simple to read overview of the central topics students are able to quickly gain a solid, evidence-based grounding in the subject.

Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards, this book introduces students to the principles and practice of leadership, management and team working. It uses students' own values and experience of leadership as a framework through which to learn about the topic, covering the core theory in straight-forward language and relating it to practice through multiple case studies and activities.

An essential guide to critical care nursing that includes all the key scientific knowledge and procedures that students will need to know when entering the critical care environment.

A clear and practical guide to completing a literature review in nursing and healthcare studies.

Whether students are working with qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods approaches, this book demonstrates how good research is about asking and answering good questions—and guides readers new to methods in how to understand, structure, and successfully explore those questions.Â

As our understanding of what constitutes ‘good health’ grows, so does our need to understand the psychological aspects of medicine and health, as well as the psychological interventions available in healthcare. This bestselling textbook provides a comprehensive overview of research, theory, application, and current practices in the field. The new edition delves deeper into critical topics such as diversity and health inequalities, cultural influences on healthcare, the rise of digital hea...

Written specifically for student nurses developing their communication and interpersonal skills in any field of nursing. The book address all the competencies for communication skills outlined in the 2018 NMC standards and features insightful contributions from experienced nurses and healthcare leaders across different clinical fields.