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SAGE is dedicated to developing textbooks that support students’ learning as well as lecturers’ teaching and are proud to publish a wide range of textbooks and handbooks by leading authors writing at every level; from core introductory texts for first year university students, through to more specialized texts for higher-level students and professionals.
We also publish over 100 highly-read and cited journals (to support academics, students and researchers) in the health and nursing discipline, including such respected titles as the Journal of Family Nursing, Journal of Research in Nursing, the Journal of School Nursing and the European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing.
Practical Prescribing for Nurses
Barry Strickland-Hodge
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.
Pathophysiology and Pharmacology in Nursing
Sarah Ashelford et al.
Written in clear language and specifically for the nursing context, the new edition of this bestselling book is your ultimate guide to pathophysiology and pharmacology.
Critical Thinking and Writing in Nursing
Written specifically for nursing students, this book offers practical guidance on what it means to think critically as a nurse and how to apply this to study and practice.
Essentials of Mental Health Nursing
Are you studying mental health nursing and want a book that covers all you need to know?
Look no further. As it says in the name, this is an essential text for students. Split into 5 parts, this book delves into the context of mental health, key concepts and debates, skills for care and therapeutic approaches, tailoring care to people with specific needs, and transition to practice.
Understanding Anatomy and Physiology in Nursing
John Knight et al.
Covering all the key aspects of anatomy and physiology that nursing students need to know, this second edition condenses vast amounts of scientific information into short, concise, and easily accessible chapters.
Nursing Adults with Long Term Conditions
This book provides an accessible overview of the care and management of people living with a long-term condition. Develop your skills and knowledge of the particularities of working with this group, including supporting self-care and self-management as well as providing care for those with complex needs, comorbidities and palliative care.
Effective Communication for Nursing Practice
Naomi A. Watson
Effective communication is at the heart of the nursing role. From providing person-centred care to collaborating with the multi-disciplinary team, this book will develop your communication and interpersonal skills and support you in finding your own voice. It equips you with key theory and principles and shows how to apply them to practice, from communicating with compassion to overcoming barriers to communication. This is your go to guide for effective communication in your everyday practice.
Green & Tones' Health Promotion
Ruth Cross, James Woodall
"A brilliant update to a staple favourite on my book shelves. This text book provides information on a range of topics that are easily accessed and understood. Embedding the core functions of health promotion in to our teaching and practice helps to tackle health inequalities across the board. I use this book to aid my teaching and also when writing papers myself. Great quality and trusted information from established professionals in their field."
- Ms Angela Woods, Dept of Health & Social Studies, Bolton University
Sage Nursing eBook Collections for institutions
Fully customisable, enabling institutions to tailor a collection according to their nursing education or training programme. Choose from the full range of Sage nursing textbooks to create a selection of texbooks that best suit your curriculum.