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- https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/University_of_South_Carolina_Upstate/Nursing_Skills_(OpenRN)This Nursing Skills textbook is an open educational resource developed for entry-level undergraduate nursing students. It is aligned with the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) statewide nursin...This Nursing Skills textbook is an open educational resource developed for entry-level undergraduate nursing students. It is aligned with the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) statewide nursing curriculum for the Nursing Skills course (543-102) that describes techniques for obtaining a health history and performing a basic physical assessment using a body systems approach. It also includes evidence-based clinical skills with related mathematical calculations and conversions.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/Harrisburg_Area_Community_College/vjbugosh_at_hacc.edu/01%3A_Health_Assessment_in_Nursing/1.04%3A_Regulations_and_StandardsRegulations and standards of nursing assure safe, competent care is provided to the public.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Nursing%3A_Mental_Health_and_Community_Concepts_(OpenRN)This text addresses mental health and community health concepts while emphasizing stress management techniques, healthy coping strategies, referrals to community resources, and other preventative inte...This text addresses mental health and community health concepts while emphasizing stress management techniques, healthy coping strategies, referrals to community resources, and other preventative interventions. Nursing care for individuals with specific mental health and substance use disorders is examined, and the nurse’s role in community health needs assessments and caring for vulnerable populations is introduced.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/University_of_South_Carolina_Upstate/Nursing_Fundamentals_(OpenRN)/04%3A_Nursing_Process/4.02%3A_Basic_ConceptsThe American Nurses Association (ANA) recently updated the definition of nursing as, “Nursing integrates the art and science of caring and focuses on the protection, promotion, and optimization of hea...The American Nurses Association (ANA) recently updated the definition of nursing as, “Nursing integrates the art and science of caring and focuses on the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and human functioning; prevention of illness and injury; facilitation of healing; and alleviation of suffering through compassionate presence.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Allied_Health/Foundations_for_Assisting_in_Home_Care_(McLain_O'Hara-Leslie_and_Wade)This text provides the background necessary to begin working toward a career in the home care field as either a Home Health Aide or Personal Care Aide, which are two of the fastest growing occupations...This text provides the background necessary to begin working toward a career in the home care field as either a Home Health Aide or Personal Care Aide, which are two of the fastest growing occupations. This text is also suitable for those who are providing care to loved ones and who would like additional information to best provide that care, or for use within Home Health Aide and Personal Care Aide programs.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Strategies_for_Success_in_Nursing_School_From_Start_to_Finish/06%3A_Career_Planning/6.02%3A_Exploration_of_the_FieldThis page outlines a five-step process for choosing a nursing career, focusing on self-assessment, understanding the field, prioritizing preferences, making decisions, and taking action. It highlights...This page outlines a five-step process for choosing a nursing career, focusing on self-assessment, understanding the field, prioritizing preferences, making decisions, and taking action. It highlights the importance of finding a fulfilling career, especially in nursing, and advises considering personality, training, target populations, and comfort levels. Additionally, it discusses the balance of team-based vs.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Strategies_for_Success_in_Nursing_School_From_Start_to_Finish/00%3A_Front_Matter/01%3A_TitlePageStrategies for Success in Nursing School From Start to Finish
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Strategies_for_Success_in_Nursing_School_From_Start_to_Finish/04%3A_Self-Care-_Strategies_for_Personal_and_Professional_SuccessThis page stresses the significance of self-care for nursing students, starting with self-awareness and being a lifelong process. It notes that self-care improves academic performance and resilience, ...This page stresses the significance of self-care for nursing students, starting with self-awareness and being a lifelong process. It notes that self-care improves academic performance and resilience, in line with the ethical obligations of the American Nurses Association. The text highlights that caring for oneself is essential to effectively care for others and offers insights into stress management, self-awareness, and self-compassion.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/Harrisburg_Area_Community_College/vjbugosh_at_hacc.edu/01%3A_Health_Assessment_in_Nursing/1.03%3A_Critical_Thinking_and_Clinical_ReasoningNurses make decisions while providing patient care by using critical thinking and clinical reasoning.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Nursing_Fundamentals_(OpenRN)This book introduces the entry-level nursing student to the scope of nursing practice, various communication techniques, and caring for diverse patients. The nursing process is used as a framework for...This book introduces the entry-level nursing student to the scope of nursing practice, various communication techniques, and caring for diverse patients. The nursing process is used as a framework for providing patient care based on the following nursing concepts: safety, oxygenation, comfort, spiritual well-being, grief and loss, sleep and rest, mobility, nutrition, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, and elimination.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Strategies_for_Success_in_Nursing_School_From_Start_to_Finish/03%3A_Successful_Test_Taking/3.03%3A_Bonus_Material_-_Getting_Ready_for_the_NCLEXThis page offers nursing graduates guidance for preparing for the NCLEX-RN® exam, recommending a structured review schedule starting 2-4 months prior, dedicating 80-120 hours for study, using nursing ...This page offers nursing graduates guidance for preparing for the NCLEX-RN® exam, recommending a structured review schedule starting 2-4 months prior, dedicating 80-120 hours for study, using nursing materials, and taking practice exams. A graduate's experience highlights the importance of calmness, nutritious meals, and understanding exam questions. The NCLEX, a computer-adaptive test, focuses on various nursing competencies.
