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NURSE EDUCATION
A most library.
useful
book
TODA\
to have
in one’s
own
personal
AMALIA GALLEGO
Ross 8c Wilson Anatomy & Physiology Kathleen Wilson Churchill Livingstone 1990 412pp illus ISBN: o-443-04243-8
7th Ed
The book is well illustrated, including some drawing from the perspective of a patient. The reference list and further reading at the end of each chapter is very detailed and comprehensive. In summary this is an excellent text which is recommended to all nurses involved in caring for patients with neurological disorders. C0l.t.~ ITE GIFFORR
f13.95
‘The stated purpose of the book is ‘to provide nurses and other health workers with knowledge of the structure and functions of the human body and the changes that take place when diseases disrupt the normal processes’. Neither treatment nor nursing care are included in the text. The attractive layout and helpful contents guide at the beginning of each chapter make it a very ‘user friendly’ textbook. The colour-coded separation of diseases from normal physiology means the disease section can be used without reading any normal physiology at all. which is useful to those who already possess a good understanding of the basic physiological principles. However, for those approaching the subject for the first time who need to understand diseases in the context of disorder from the norm. they may find this layout breaks the continuity of the text in so far as it is necessary to continually refer back to earlier sections. The book is aimed at health professionals at all levels. As a revision text and for quick reference to common disorders and diseases 1 think it is an asset :IS additional foundation literature. However, for a greater understanding of physiology there are other text books which give much fuller accounts. .4(;NES HI~BERI
Lrctuwr RCA' Communicating with neurological patients Margot Lindsay Scutari 1990 182pp illus ISBN: I-871364-37 X 211.95 The title of this text leads one to believe that it focuses purely on communication with neurological patients. In fact this book far exceeds that and provides a comprehensive guide for any nurse caring for patients with neurological disorders. The text is neatly laid out taking the reader through a wide range of essential information. This starts with observation and problem assessment, followed bv the ‘core’ information required by nurses working in this field. This latter section is verv comorehensive and gives a clear outline of some of tt;e caus’es and effects of a variety of neurological disorders. This is followed b) an exploration of the psvchotogical aspects of neurological disorders. The iook c&clud& with a cleat chapter examining some of the issues related to living with a neurological disorder and uses case studies to illustrate the complexity of this.
MSr
RGI\!Di~N(Lmd) DAiVS OND
Experience in mental health Kathleen Jones Sage I988 165pp illus ISBN: 0-8039-8066-Y
f?.??
This book should be compulsory reading for politicians. administrators of the health service and all professionals involved in mental health work. In the first half of the book Professor Jones presents a broad comparison of detailed research into the policies and experience of community mental health programmes in four countries. In the second half she examines the developments that have occurred in rhe care of the mentally ill and the implications of providing a mental health service in Britain. The ideas are challenging, thought provoking and inspiring. Karely does one read work which combines such breadth of knowledge, academic authority and practical understanding of the issues involved. An excellent book that should not only be read but discussed and acted upon. JOHN Fw ILK B2-l RC;NRMN
DqN RNT
Psychiatric & mental health nursing William Reynolds and Desmond Cormack Chapman & Hall 1990
473pp
illus
ISBN:
O-412-31610-2
f19.95
An edited text book which draws upon a number- of noted psychiatric nursing authors. The major part of the book is concerned with many of the theoretical models and their application specifically to psychiatric nursing. This is a useful text for students and qualified nurses and will assist them in incorporating nursing theories into their practice. JOHN FOWILR BA
RGNRMNDiPNRNT
Cancer chemotherapy Susan Ho1mes Austen Cornish 1990 32Opp illus
ISBN:
I-870065-15-8
f7.00
‘Cancer Chemotherapy’ fulfills two important needs in an area of cancer treatment which is constantly expanding - it is up to date and thoroughly comprehensive. It will meet the requirements of those
NURSEEDUCATIONTODAY
with good knowledge needing updating or revision and be most helpful to those who need an introduction to the subject. The opening chapter provides an interesting account of the history of cytotoxic agents along with a view of the future. A section on cell biology covers this difficult subject succinctly. The text is enhanced by clear diagrams. Following appropriate information c.oncerning the groups of drugs, their uses, preparation and administration, a large section is devoted to the side effects of chemotherapy. This section is detailed with a most useful chapter on the ‘Nutritional Consequences of Chemotherapy’. There are clear notes on nursing care throughout and all chapters are extremely well referenced. The final chapter contains information on patient education and the needs of nurses. Although these subsections are brief, references will enable further reading on these important topics. This reasonably priced book is an important addition to any nursing library. It’s availability in wards or departments where patients are receiving cancer chemotherapy is recommended. BSc(Hon)
EDWINAGERRY RGN DipN(Lond) RNT CertEd
Essentials of maternal - newborn nursing (2nd Ed) Patricia W. Ladewig et al Addison Wesley 1990 839pp illus ISBN: o-201-50822-2 f41.95 ‘This is a very comprehensive wide ranging than the title divided into 5 sections.
BOOKS
book which is far more suggests. The book is
323
1. Basic concepts. Covering contemprary issues, the reproductive system, women’s health care and special reproductive problems. 2. Pregnancy. This is a major section of the book and covers physical and psychological changes as well as issues such as preparation for parenthood. 3. Birth. Covers the care of the family during normal and abnormal deliveries. 4. The Newborn. Starts with an excellent section on the adaptation of the newborn to birth, continues on with assessment and care of the newborn and a short section on common problems and the nursing intervention required. 5. Post partum care. A short section covering post natal care as well as families in crisis. The book is well laid out, easy to read and has excellent diagrams and photographs. Short care studies are included which could well be used for discussion in small groups. There is a good glossary which enables the reader to look up unfamiliar terms and a useful section which explains the commonly used abbreviations. The book is aimed at American student nurse who may spend 4- 13 weeks studying maternal - newborn nursing, but it also has much to offer nurses in this country. It is good value for f41.95, however the price will probably mean that it is more suitable to buy for nursing lib]-aries than for individuals. SALLYHLBAND SRN RSCN SCM RNT BA(Hom)
RECEIVED
Advanced Nursing Science Through Research Vol I Vol II Linda Moody Sage 1990 286pp (Vol I), 327pp (Vol II) illus ISBN o-8039-381 1-X (Vol I) o-8039-3812-8 (Vol II) $28.95 Nutrition Learning Packages UNICEF & WHO World Health Organization 1989 17Opp illus ISBN 924-1542519
SW. fr. 30
Food Environment and Health Trefor Williams et al World Health Organization 1990 129pp illus ISBN 924 154400-7
SW. fr. 23
Managing Care Developing Professionally Workbook Stevie Holland Distance Learning Centre 1989 136pp ISBN O-948250-40-2 Managing Care Reader ‘Developing Professionally’ Stevie Holland Distance Learning Centre (South Bank Poly) 1989 83pp illus ISBN 0948250-41-o
NURSE EDUCATION
A most library.
useful
book
TODA\
to have
in one’s
own
personal
AMALIA GALLEGO
Ross 8c Wilson Anatomy & Physiology Kathleen Wilson Churchill Livingstone 1990 412pp illus ISBN: o-443-04243-8
7th Ed
The book is well illustrated, including some drawing from the perspective of a patient. The reference list and further reading at the end of each chapter is very detailed and comprehensive. In summary this is an excellent text which is recommended to all nurses involved in caring for patients with neurological disorders. C0l.t.~ ITE GIFFORR
f13.95
‘The stated purpose of the book is ‘to provide nurses and other health workers with knowledge of the structure and functions of the human body and the changes that take place when diseases disrupt the normal processes’. Neither treatment nor nursing care are included in the text. The attractive layout and helpful contents guide at the beginning of each chapter make it a very ‘user friendly’ textbook. The colour-coded separation of diseases from normal physiology means the disease section can be used without reading any normal physiology at all. which is useful to those who already possess a good understanding of the basic physiological principles. However, for those approaching the subject for the first time who need to understand diseases in the context of disorder from the norm. they may find this layout breaks the continuity of the text in so far as it is necessary to continually refer back to earlier sections. The book is aimed at health professionals at all levels. As a revision text and for quick reference to common disorders and diseases 1 think it is an asset :IS additional foundation literature. However, for a greater understanding of physiology there are other text books which give much fuller accounts. .4(;NES HI~BERI
Lrctuwr RCA' Communicating with neurological patients Margot Lindsay Scutari 1990 182pp illus ISBN: I-871364-37 X 211.95 The title of this text leads one to believe that it focuses purely on communication with neurological patients. In fact this book far exceeds that and provides a comprehensive guide for any nurse caring for patients with neurological disorders. The text is neatly laid out taking the reader through a wide range of essential information. This starts with observation and problem assessment, followed bv the ‘core’ information required by nurses working in this field. This latter section is verv comorehensive and gives a clear outline of some of tt;e caus’es and effects of a variety of neurological disorders. This is followed b) an exploration of the psvchotogical aspects of neurological disorders. The iook c&clud& with a cleat chapter examining some of the issues related to living with a neurological disorder and uses case studies to illustrate the complexity of this.
MSr
RGI\!Di~N(Lmd) DAiVS OND
Experience in mental health Kathleen Jones Sage I988 165pp illus ISBN: 0-8039-8066-Y
f?.??
This book should be compulsory reading for politicians. administrators of the health service and all professionals involved in mental health work. In the first half of the book Professor Jones presents a broad comparison of detailed research into the policies and experience of community mental health programmes in four countries. In the second half she examines the developments that have occurred in rhe care of the mentally ill and the implications of providing a mental health service in Britain. The ideas are challenging, thought provoking and inspiring. Karely does one read work which combines such breadth of knowledge, academic authority and practical understanding of the issues involved. An excellent book that should not only be read but discussed and acted upon. JOHN Fw ILK B2-l RC;NRMN
DqN RNT
Psychiatric & mental health nursing William Reynolds and Desmond Cormack Chapman & Hall 1990
473pp
illus
ISBN:
O-412-31610-2
f19.95
An edited text book which draws upon a number- of noted psychiatric nursing authors. The major part of the book is concerned with many of the theoretical models and their application specifically to psychiatric nursing. This is a useful text for students and qualified nurses and will assist them in incorporating nursing theories into their practice. JOHN FOWILR BA
RGNRMNDiPNRNT
Cancer chemotherapy Susan Ho1mes Austen Cornish 1990 32Opp illus
ISBN:
I-870065-15-8
f7.00
‘Cancer Chemotherapy’ fulfills two important needs in an area of cancer treatment which is constantly expanding - it is up to date and thoroughly comprehensive. It will meet the requirements of those
NURSEEDUCATIONTODAY
with good knowledge needing updating or revision and be most helpful to those who need an introduction to the subject. The opening chapter provides an interesting account of the history of cytotoxic agents along with a view of the future. A section on cell biology covers this difficult subject succinctly. The text is enhanced by clear diagrams. Following appropriate information c.oncerning the groups of drugs, their uses, preparation and administration, a large section is devoted to the side effects of chemotherapy. This section is detailed with a most useful chapter on the ‘Nutritional Consequences of Chemotherapy’. There are clear notes on nursing care throughout and all chapters are extremely well referenced. The final chapter contains information on patient education and the needs of nurses. Although these subsections are brief, references will enable further reading on these important topics. This reasonably priced book is an important addition to any nursing library. It’s availability in wards or departments where patients are receiving cancer chemotherapy is recommended. BSc(Hon)
EDWINAGERRY RGN DipN(Lond) RNT CertEd
Essentials of maternal - newborn nursing (2nd Ed) Patricia W. Ladewig et al Addison Wesley 1990 839pp illus ISBN: o-201-50822-2 f41.95 ‘This is a very comprehensive wide ranging than the title divided into 5 sections.
BOOKS
book which is far more suggests. The book is
323
1. Basic concepts. Covering contemprary issues, the reproductive system, women’s health care and special reproductive problems. 2. Pregnancy. This is a major section of the book and covers physical and psychological changes as well as issues such as preparation for parenthood. 3. Birth. Covers the care of the family during normal and abnormal deliveries. 4. The Newborn. Starts with an excellent section on the adaptation of the newborn to birth, continues on with assessment and care of the newborn and a short section on common problems and the nursing intervention required. 5. Post partum care. A short section covering post natal care as well as families in crisis. The book is well laid out, easy to read and has excellent diagrams and photographs. Short care studies are included which could well be used for discussion in small groups. There is a good glossary which enables the reader to look up unfamiliar terms and a useful section which explains the commonly used abbreviations. The book is aimed at American student nurse who may spend 4- 13 weeks studying maternal - newborn nursing, but it also has much to offer nurses in this country. It is good value for f41.95, however the price will probably mean that it is more suitable to buy for nursing lib]-aries than for individuals. SALLYHLBAND SRN RSCN SCM RNT BA(Hom)
RECEIVED
Advanced Nursing Science Through Research Vol I Vol II Linda Moody Sage 1990 286pp (Vol I), 327pp (Vol II) illus ISBN o-8039-381 1-X (Vol I) o-8039-3812-8 (Vol II) $28.95 Nutrition Learning Packages UNICEF & WHO World Health Organization 1989 17Opp illus ISBN 924-1542519
SW. fr. 30
Food Environment and Health Trefor Williams et al World Health Organization 1990 129pp illus ISBN 924 154400-7
SW. fr. 23
Managing Care Developing Professionally Workbook Stevie Holland Distance Learning Centre 1989 136pp ISBN O-948250-40-2 Managing Care Reader ‘Developing Professionally’ Stevie Holland Distance Learning Centre (South Bank Poly) 1989 83pp illus ISBN 0948250-41-o