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The latest edition of this popular volume has been fully updated throughout to meet the needs of the 2018 NMC Standards of Proficiency. Richly illustrated throughout, the book comes with ‘real-life’ Case Studies to help readers contextualize and apply new information, pathophysiology to explain disease processes, enhanced discussion of pharmacology and medicines management to assist with ‘prescribing readiness’, and helpful learning features which include Key Nursing Issues and Reflection and Learning – What Next?

Available with a range of supplementary online tools and learning activities, Alexander’s Nursing Practice, the fifth edition, will be ideal for all undergraduate adult nursing students, the Trainee Nursing Associate, and anyone returning to practice.

• New edition of the UK’s most comprehensive textbook on Adult Nursing!

• Retains the popular ‘three-part structure to ensure comprehensive coverage of the subject area – Common Disorders, Core Nursing Issues and Specific Patient Groups

• Illustrative A&P and pathophysiology help explain key diseases and disorders

• ‘Real-life’ Case Studies help contextualize and apply new information

• Explains relevant tests and investigations and, when needed, the role of the nurse in the context of each of them

• Helpful learning features include Key Nursing Issues and Reflection and Learning – What Next?

• Encourages readers to critically examine issues that are related to care provision

• Useful icons throughout the text direct readers to additional online material

• The glossary contains over 300 entries to explain new terminology and concepts

• Appendices include notes on Système International (SI) units and reference ranges for common biochemical and hematological values

• Perfect for second and third-year undergraduate nursing students, senior Trainee Nursing Associates, those ‘returning to practice’ or needing to review practice and prepare for revalidation