An Introduction to Nursing

A practical introduction to the theory, principles and practice underpinning the nursing profession, for the revised Nursing Theory and Practice Level 5 module [5N4325].

• Examines the development of nursing as a profession, as well as nursing functions, code of practice and scope of practice as outlined by An Bord Altranais.
  
  
• Introduces healthcare structures and their functions as outlined in the Nursing and Midwifery Act 2011, identifying specialities and primary, secondary and tertiary healthcare teams, and their functions in care delivery.
  
  
• Outlines models of nursing, focusing on Roper, Logan and Tierney’s Activities of Living model, and includes questions and triggers to help identify actual and potential problems.
  
  
• Explains the importance of precision in administering drugs and recording the procedure, as outlined by An Bord Altranais (2007).

• Describes how to execute the measurement and accurate recording of temperature, respiration, pulse, blood pressure and fluid balance.

• Discusses the roles and interrelationship of empathy, advocacy, interpersonal skills and communication in nursing.

• Identifies commonly occurring infections in healthcare, the chain of infection and how to prevent infection and cross infection.

• Explains commonly used nursing terminology and medical abbreviations in nursing practice in Ireland.

Written For:

Nursing Theory and Practice Level 5 [5N4325] as part of the following major awards:

• Healthcare Support [5M4339]
• Nursing Studies [5M4349]
• Community Health Services [5M4468]

Includes:

• Suggested activities and revision questions
• Interview skills and tips
• Information on assessment