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The Student Nurse Handbook [Kindle Edition]

Bethann Siviter
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)

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"This is an excellent and inspirational book for those embarking on a nursing course. The content provides a host of useful and indispensable information for all nursing pathways.?
Nursing Standard, January 28: : vol 23 no 21: : 2009

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This book is an indispensable guide on how to get into and survive a pre-registration nursing course. With an immensely readable style this book inspires and encourages students to complete their course and become a nurse.
  • Case studies and quotes from students and nurses show readers that their thoughts and feelings are shared by others - this validation will reduce stress and anxiety and give credibility
  • Humour and cartoons make the text readable and fun to use
  • Hints, tips and practical advice encourage the ‘flagging’ student
  • Appendices list other useful resources, contact details for organisations and websites
  • The two-colour design makes it attractive to use
  • Fully updated in line with changes in nursing practice e.g. the revised NMC Code of Professional Conduct, the Disability Discrimination Act, Agenda for Change and the Knowledge and Skills Framework, Essence of Care.
  • Expanded section on nursing models
  • More help with drug dosage calculations to assist students in developing their numeric skills.
  • More on help on writing assignments and how to use research, including applications to practice
  • Expanded appendices on children’s nursing and mental health branches.
  • Template forms to assist with course applications, planning assignments and a check list for placements

Product details

  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 656 KB
  • Print Length: 313 pages
  • Page Numbers Source ISBN: 0702029467
  • Publisher: Bailliere Tindall; 2 edition (25 Jun 2008)
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language English
  • ASIN: B0058G8AJY
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #96,359 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is a superb guide for getting started as a pre registration student, it is packed with a host of useful information and is indespensible is guiding students through those tough few months.
The book gives a superb account of how to tackle assignments, how to avoid acts og plaigerism has reviews on medications, reflective practice, portfolios and much more.
The book apparently was written from views of students and what they thought they would like in a book, and this book was put together from all the information gathered, it is very clearly written and easy to understand, and above all will give a superb starter for getting you through not only your first year but will guide you through most of your program.
I have to say that this book has been an absolute gem of a read.
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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A pragmatic book written for Student Nurses by someone who has `been there and got the t-shirt'. By covering nursing history, current roles and bandings it already is at risk of dating. Chapters are varied; academia, confidentiality and NMC guidelines to name a few, however the lack of detail questions whether this is a `handbook'. The chapter on placements has incredibly pragmatic advice for new students and therefore feel this book would suit someone considering nursing or at best a 1st year. Undoubtedly Siviters sense of humour is discreetly in abundance and reassuring from an `unconfident student' perspective.
I do feel there are better books geared towards students already on the course, however if you want a easy reading basic insight, covering varying topics in lesser detail this may be the book for you, however if you are already studying I would say save your money, there is better out there
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Im about to start my nursing course at university this September (2009) and I had this book given to me as a Christmas present last year, well I did ask for the book, and it has been invaluble. I will be telling all my future students on the course to buy this handbook as it has been a real help in preparing myself for the course ahead. Its full of information that one may not want to ask at the time for fear of looking a fool. I definitely am pleased to have this in my collection and shall be buying Bethann's Newly Qualified Nurse Handbook in three years time.

The book is a nice size, and well laid out, I like the amusing pictures in it too. Bethann writes as if she is talking to you and thats what makes it different to a rather cold, clinical textbook...plenty of time to read those in the future!

For newbies and those who havent yet started the course, I suggest you buy this book. (The 2nd edition).
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Perfect For University Preparation & 1st Years!
I first come across this book in the local library and had hold of it for six weeks before I actually got around to looking at it. Read more
Published 28 days ago by MsMoose
A must buy for student nurses.
I love this book. I'm just coming to the end of my three year training and have referred to this book on countless occasions. Read more
Published 4 months ago by catralense
"This is a good book"
If you are a nursing student I really recommend this book, because it informs you about the basis of the nursing profession and it will help you through your training. Read more
Published 5 months ago by MKB
excellant condition and good read
bought for friend who started nursing very useful and provided some survival tips for nursing, the book in excellant condition
Published 8 months ago by Lynn Barker
If you're considering nursing - BUY THIS NOW!!!
In my first year, this was a bible as it outlined what to expect.

As a second year nurse I refer to it less but only because I need to look for more indepth research. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Ysmum84
brilliant book
This really helped me realise that nursing is the profession i want to get into, it answers all the questions i didn't know to ask. its well written and and easy read. Read more
Published 11 months ago by salliker
Funny & functional - a gem for Student Nurses' with a good sense of...
I got this book when I first started on my Adult Nursing course in March 2010 and I still pick it up and read a chapter or two every few weeks. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Ms. C. Bowyer
student nurses to be....
This is a must for anyone about to become a student nurse or who has just started. It has really useful hints and I can see it becoming my best friend while I'm studying...
Published 13 months ago by Mrs. M. C. Berrill
Good Book
This book helps point you in the right direction,does not overwhelm you with information but gives you the first building blocks and a basic plan of what you have to do, which is... Read more
Published 13 months ago by gwmi
excellent
This book is great!!! i take it everywhere i go, it helps with drug calculation, referencing and it even has what the NMC does, it is a great book its got so much information in it... Read more
Published 16 months ago by SFolkes
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