Becoming a Nurse: An Evidence-based Approach

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Maria Fedoruk (, Program Director of the Stage 2 Bachelor of Nursing program, University of South Australia) Anne Hofmeyer (, Senior Lecturer, University of South Australia)

Becoming a Nurse

An Evidence-based Approach

Maria Fedoruk (, Program Director of the Stage 2 Bachelor of Nursing program, University of South Australia), Anne Hofmeyer (, Senior Lecturer, University of South Australia)

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OUP Australia and New Zealand
05 November 2014

Clinical & internal medicine; Nursing fundamentals & skills

Becoming a Nurse is a clear and concise introduction to the contexts of the contemporary nursing environment. The second edition takes an evidence-based approach to equip student nurses with the core knowledge and skills necessary for their undergraduate program and clinical placement and to take into their careers. Written with everyday, accessible language and a systematic structure, Becoming a Nurse covers key topics in nursing including the Australian healthcare system, communication technologies, leadership and evidence-based practice. Each chapter is rich with features to support student learning and competency development, and has been updated throughout to include the latest references and research in nursing.

KEY FEATURESCritical reflection sections encourage students to self-reflect, as well as explore and critique ways of thinking and behaving in nursing practiceTheory to practice sections demonstrate the clinical application of theory and research to practiceDiscussion questions at the end of each chapter help students develop and apply their knowledge of key concepts NEW TO THIS EDITIONNew chapters:3. Interprofessional collaboration4. Cultural diversity in healthcare6. Research in clinical practice10. Translating knowledge into practice13. Health information systems and technologiesNew systematic structure and revised pedagogy for improved clarity and consistencyReferences and resources have been updated throughout

By: Maria Fedoruk ( Program Director of the Stage 2 Bachelor of Nursing program University of South Australia), Anne Hofmeyer (, Senior Lecturer, University of South Australia)
Imprint: OUP Australia and New Zealand
Country of Publication: Australia
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 192mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 480g
ISBN: 9780195588729
ISBN 10: 019558872X
Pages: 248
Publication Date: 05 November 2014
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Maria Fedoruk - Program Director of the Stage 2 Bachelor of Nursing program, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of South Australia. Anne Hofmeyer - Senior Lecturer, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of South Australia.