Author Description
The new edition of this bestselling and trusted dictionary has been fully revised to take account of recent developments in nursing practice and related fields. Updates to this edition cover many areas, with a particular focus on radiography, public health and the NHS, theoretical concepts familiar in nursing education, and key vocabulary used in the 2018 Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) Standards of Proficiency for Registered Nurses. Written by medical and nursing specialists, and offering more than 10,500 clear and concise entries on nursing theory and practice, the dictionary provides comprehensive coverage of the ever-expanding vocabulary of the nursing professions. As well as nursing-specific terms, there are also many entries in the fields of medicine, anatomy, physiology, ethics, psychiatry, nutrition, dentistry, statistics, and pharmacology. Almost 100 helpful illustrations and tables, and 16 appendices covering the calculation of drug dosages, religion and nursing practice, recommended alcohol intake, and much more, help to make this an essential reference tool for all nursing students and professionals.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This dictionary serves as a comprehensive, authoritative reference tool designed to standardize and clarify the evolving vocabulary of modern nursing practice. Compiled by medical and nursing specialists, the text integrates clinical terminology with theoretical concepts to support students and practitioners in navigating the complexities of healthcare environments, including the specific requirements set by the Nursing & Midwifery Council.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Over 10,500 entries covering nursing theory, anatomy, physiology, ethics, and pharmacology.
- 16 appendices detailing practical information such as drug dosage calculations and public health guidelines.
- Nearly 100 illustrations and tables to assist in visual comprehension of clinical concepts.
Scope Limits
- The text does not provide exhaustive clinical procedural manuals or long-form medical textbooks.
- It focuses primarily on terminology rather than deep-dive diagnostic or treatment protocols.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and educators frequently identify this volume as a foundational resource for nursing students due to its alignment with current professional standards. Readers note the high density of information and the clarity of the definitions, making it a reliable desk reference for clinical practice.
Page Count:
2203
Publication Date:
2021-01-01
ISBN-10:
0192633597
ISBN-13:
9780192633590
Education
Medicine
Reference
Health Sciences
Allied Health
Nursing