1st Edition

Nursing Skills in Control and Coordination

By Tina Moore, Sheila Cunningham Copyright 2021
108 Pages 35 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

108 Pages 35 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

108 Pages 35 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

Looking at how a variety of biological systems control and coordinate all physical actions, this quick reference book covers the nervous system and neurological assessment, caring for the unconscious patient and dealing with pain. Suitable for student nurses and nursing associates, it is ideal for use in practice. This practical pocket guide covers: • the anatomy and physiology of the nervous... Read more

Chapter 1: Overview of the Nervous System Functions

Sheila Cunningham

Chapter 2: Causes of Alterations to Level of Consciousness

Tina Moore

Chapter 3: Neurological Assessment

Tina Moore

Chapter 4: Caring for the Unconscious Patient

Tina Moore

Chapter 5: Pain

Sheila Cunningham

Chapter 6: Sleep

Sheila Cunningham

Biography

Tina Moore is a Senior Lecturer in Adult Nursing at Middlesex University, UK. She teaches nursing assessment, clinical skills and care interventions for both pre-qualifying and post-qualifying nurses. She is also a Middlesex University Teaching Fellow.

Sheila Cunningham is an Associate Professor in Adult Nursing at Middlesex University, UK. She has a breadth of experience teaching nurses both pre- and post-registration and she mentors clinicians supporting students in practice. She is also a Middlesex University Teaching Fellow and holds a Principal Fellowship at the Higher Education Academy. Her current role is Director for Learning, Teaching and Quality (School of Health and Education).