Main description:

Written specifically for students who are undertaking a foundation degree or higher level apprenticeship in healthcare practice, or for those studying for the new nursing associate role, this book provides readers with the core knowledge and skills, giving them a springboard to further study.

Key features include:

A broad range of topics such as study skills, professional development, infection control and health promotion, health sciences, mental health, learning disabilities, children and families
Clinical case studies throughout to show how theory relates to real-life practice
Different levels of activity to help students 'step up learning' whether they are at level 4 or 5

Written by a wide range of authors with both experience in practice and in running degrees in nursing and health, the book is essential reading for all healthcare support workers, assistant practitioners and nursing associates.

Contents:

Part 1: Academic, Personal and Professional Development
Chapter 1: Developing Academic Study Skills: Techniques and Guidance for Undergraduate Students
Chapter 2: Values and Ethical Frameworks in Health and Social Care
Chapter 3: Personal and Professional Development
Chapter 4: Leadership and Teamwork in Health and Social Care
Part 2: Biosciences and Essential Knowledge and Skills for Care
Chapter 5: Bioscience
Chapter 6: Prevention and Control of Infection
Chapter 7: Essential Skills for Care
Chapter 8: Applied Health Sciences
Chapter 9: Health Promotion
Part 3: Working with Different Groups of People
Chapter 10: Additional Needs and Challenging Behaviours in Children and Adults
Chapter 11: Introduction to Mental Health and Wellbeing
Chapter 12: Protecting Children and Vulnerable Adults