A book to help nursing students understand how to respond to acute changes in health, using case studies and the patients' voice to bring the subject to life. It takes a systematic approach using the ABCDE method of health assessment.

Now in its 7th edition, this introductory guide provides students in nursing, health and social care, with a concise overview of the different research methods and terminology that they will come across when undertaking research, helping them to become 'research literate' in a short space of time.

Guides nursing and healthcare students through the concept of evidence-based practice, explaining what it is, why it is important and providing practical guidance on its utilisation in clinical practice.

By using a unique question and answer format, Accountability and Professionalism in Nursing and Healthcare covers the what, why, where and how in legal and ethical issues related to nursing and healthcare.

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

Provides managers and leaders within Health and Social Care organisations with essential planning and budgeting skills.

John Costello and a team of palliative care specialists take a patient-centred approach to discussing palliative and end of life care across a range of diseases and illnesses.

Provides final year nursing students with comprehensive guidance on how to make the leap from student to registered nurse, helping them to master the skills needed to progress from supervised to professional practice.

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.

This much-loved textbook responds to the ever-growing importance of leadership to a healthcare professional's role. It summarises all of the key theories, information and research and applies to the healthcare context.