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The nursing process: Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating
BOOKS have made significant advances in the science of nursing. In "Nursing's Human Need Theory," every definition of human needs is amplified by specific descriptors. As By He/en Yura and Mary B. Walsh. the basis for the nursing process , hu434 pp. Norwalk. CT, Appleton & man need theory is the most versatile framework in assessing, planning, imLange. 1988. $24.95. plementing, and evaluating nursing This book gave me a wonderful feeling care in any health care setting. The auabout the nursing profession and these thors present this framework in a clear two authors for their superb work. It is and organized manner. one of the most stimulating and enDiscussion is detailed and compreriching resources about the nursing hensive regarding the what's, how's, process. It has many strengths, but the and why's of the four phases of the material itselfand its organization are nursing process. For example, the auwhat make this book an outstanding thors discuss the parameters ofassesspublication and contribution to the ing, but more importantly the specific nursing profession. areas to be assessed. The guidelines for the analysis ofthe There is a synthesis of important events and movements that facilitated data provide valuable information for the establishment of the nursing pro- establishing the data base. The starter cess as the systematic approach for the questions, a table ofhuman needs, and delivery of effective, individualized, tentative nursing diagnoses arc exintelligent, compassionate, and sensi- tremely helpful, especially for neoble nursing care. The first chapter phytes in the profession. There arc several chapters devoted identifies nurse scholars whose works
The Nursing Process: Assessing, Planning, Implementing, Evaluating
to the practical application of the nursing process . Each nursing care plan is an excellent model of the efficient use of the human needs theory as seen in clients with Alzheimer's disease, diabetes mellitus, and AIDS. AlI of these sample nursing care plans can be used as guidelines in dealing with diverse health problems nurses encounter. For nurse researchers and those interested in research activities, the last chapter contains a wealth oftopics and areas for research projects. The reader also can get a clear sense of where the nursing profession may be heading and the nature of this direction. The appendices, references, and bibliography provide supportive material in the study and use of the nursing process based on a human needs perspective. Nurses should have a copy of this book in their libraries. preferably a cloth -bound copy, because one can expect a great deal of wear and tear.G ERALDINE VALENCIA-GO, RN, PhD CANDIDATE, Adelphi University, and Ad-
junct Assistant Professor of Nursing, City College ofthe City University of New York. New York, NY.
The Arthritis Helpbook: A Tested Self-Management Program for Coping with Your Arthritis By Kate Lorigand James F. Fries. (rev. ed.) 266 pp. Menlo Park , CA, AddisonWesley Publishing Co., Inc.• 1986. $9.95.
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Circle No.5 on Reader Inquir)" Card 146 Geriat ric Nursing May/June 1988
TheArthritis Helpbook, coauthored by a nurse and a physician, is comprehensive, readable, and well illustrated. Its content is strengthened by contributions from others in the health care field, as welI as many people suffering with the disease while trying to manage their lives. While intended primarily for those with, or trying to prevent, arthritis, it is nevertheless a valuable resource for nurses caring for patients whose primary diagnosis may be something else, but who are concurrently suffering many arthritic symptoms. The detailed table ofcontents itselfaugments its use as a resource . Although the several chapters that discuss arthritis and related diseases are not technical descriptions, they provide a quick reference for nurses
The Nursing Process: Assessing, Planning, Implementing, Evaluating
to the practical application of the nursing process . Each nursing care plan is an excellent model of the efficient use of the human needs theory as seen in clients with Alzheimer's disease, diabetes mellitus, and AIDS. AlI of these sample nursing care plans can be used as guidelines in dealing with diverse health problems nurses encounter. For nurse researchers and those interested in research activities, the last chapter contains a wealth oftopics and areas for research projects. The reader also can get a clear sense of where the nursing profession may be heading and the nature of this direction. The appendices, references, and bibliography provide supportive material in the study and use of the nursing process based on a human needs perspective. Nurses should have a copy of this book in their libraries. preferably a cloth -bound copy, because one can expect a great deal of wear and tear.G ERALDINE VALENCIA-GO, RN, PhD CANDIDATE, Adelphi University, and Ad-
junct Assistant Professor of Nursing, City College ofthe City University of New York. New York, NY.
The Arthritis Helpbook: A Tested Self-Management Program for Coping with Your Arthritis By Kate Lorigand James F. Fries. (rev. ed.) 266 pp. Menlo Park , CA, AddisonWesley Publishing Co., Inc.• 1986. $9.95.
~ ',~ :.··CALL TOLL FREE " 1-800-824 -2996" ·
f . :-
-'. ".ih Canada 1
-800-233 -3888
. ;,' _(iri -Nebra ska call 402-475-4002) _
'. , ' .
FOR FREE
.
. PRINTED INFORMATION '
Circle No.5 on Reader Inquir)" Card 146 Geriat ric Nursing May/June 1988
TheArthritis Helpbook, coauthored by a nurse and a physician, is comprehensive, readable, and well illustrated. Its content is strengthened by contributions from others in the health care field, as welI as many people suffering with the disease while trying to manage their lives. While intended primarily for those with, or trying to prevent, arthritis, it is nevertheless a valuable resource for nurses caring for patients whose primary diagnosis may be something else, but who are concurrently suffering many arthritic symptoms. The detailed table ofcontents itselfaugments its use as a resource . Although the several chapters that discuss arthritis and related diseases are not technical descriptions, they provide a quick reference for nurses