Practical Prescribing for Nurses

Developing Competency and Skill

Helen Bradbury author Barry Strickland Hodge author Rebecca Dickinson author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Sage Publications Ltd

Published:27th Mar '24

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Preparing nurses for prescribing with a complete overview of the knowledge, theory and skills for safe and effective practice.

This accessible and engaging textbook covers the full spectrum of knowledge from the policy and legal aspects of working with medicines, through to the pharmacology of drugs as well as the practical skills required to make a diagnosis and work effectively with patients. It is structured around the Royal Pharmaceutical Society framework for all prescribers and the Nursing and Midwifery Council Standards of Proficiency for Registered Nurses. A complete resource that will ensure students are fully prepared and ready to prescribe.

I teach a session on consultation models and differential diagnoses. This book adds interesting insights on the potential influences on prescribing, and how to clearly communicate risks and benefits of potential treatments. -- Dr Rachel King * drupal *
This is a clear and helpful guide for nurses entering a prescribing role. It covers key areas like clinical decision-making, legal responsibilities, and safe prescribing. It′s easy to understand and apply to practice. -- Ms Charlotte Bone * drupal *

ISBN: 9781529603798

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 580g

240 pages