Biological Basis of Nursing Clinical Observations

A thorough understanding of the biological science underlying fundamental nursing observations such as taking the temperature or measuring the pulse enables nurses to make well-informed clinical decisions quickly and accurately. The Biological Basis of Nursing: Clinical Observations integrates clear explanations of the techniques involved in these procedures with the biological knowledge which gives them meaning. For each topic, William Blows explains the pathological basis for variations in observed results. This helpful text gives nurse practitioners at all levels the understanding needed to: perform clinical observations accurately make accurate judgements about the patient's condition make accurate decisions concerning patient care It looks at: temperature cardiovascular observations (the pulse and blood pressure) respiratory observations eliminatory observations (urinary and digestive) neurological observations (consciousness, eyes, movement). The basic observations taught at the start of training are explored at a fundamental level, while neurological observations are explained in more depth. Generously illustrated, this is an essential text for nurses in training. It will also be of great use to clinical staff and nurse educators.Blows, William is the author of 'Biological Basis of Nursing Clinical Observations' with ISBN 9780415212557 and ISBN 0415212553.