Foundations of Nursing, 1e is specifically designed for the vocational training market. This new Australian textbook reflects core concepts from a highly successful US nursing textbook, Foundations of Basic Nursing 3e, which has been developed, modified and repurposed for the HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing qualification.
The text is distinguished by:
Detailed mapping to both HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Div 2 Nursing) and HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing qualifications.
Cross referencing to Tollefson, Bishop et al Essential Clinical Skills.
A unique chapter – Student Skills for Success – an introduction to study skills, development of critical thinking, study strategies and career development
A detailed chapter on Diagnostic Testing within the scope of practice
Comprehensive ancillary material – including PowerPoints and Lesson Plans for instructors, and a CourseMate Express companion website complete with quizzes, video clips, animations and more for students

Foundations of Nursing, 1e provides a clear and fresh approach to the study of nursing; straightforward and heavily illustrated with colour photos of procedures.

PART 1: FOUNDATIONS
1.Student nurse skills for success
2. Holistic care
3. Nursing history, education and organisations
4. Legal and ethical responsibilities

PART 2: THE HEALTH CARE ENVIRONMENT
5. The health care delivery system
6. Arenas of care

PART 3: COMMUNICATION
7. Communication
8. Client education
9. Nursing process/documentation/informatics

PART 4: DEVELOPMENTAL AND PSYCHOSOCIAL CONCERNS
10. Lifespan development
11. Cultural considerations
12. Stress, adaptation & anxiety
13. End of life care

PART 5: HEALTH PROMOTION
14. Wellness concepts
15. Self - concept
16. Complementary and alternative therapies
17. Basic nutrition
18. Rest & sleep
19. Safety & hygiene

PART 6: INFECTION CONTROL
20. Infection control/asepsis

PART 7: FUNDAMENTAL NURSING CARE
21. Fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance
22. Medication administration and IV therapy
23. Assessment
24. Pain management
25. Diagnostic tests

APPENDIX A: List of essential clinical skills
APPENDIX B: NANDA NURSING DIAGNOSIS
APPENDIX C: NATIONAL IMMUNISATION SCHEDULES
APPENDIX D: ABBREVIATIONS, ACRONYMS AND SYMBOLS and Standard Precautions
GLOSSARY

Foundations of Nursing, 1e is specifically designed for the vocational training market. This new Australian textbook reflects core concepts from a highly successful US nursing textbook, Foundations of Basic Nursing 3e, which has been developed, modified and repurposed for the HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing qualification. The text is distinguished by: Detailed mapping to both HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Div 2 Nursing) and HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing qualifications. Cross referencing to Tollefson, Bishop et al Essential Clinical Skills. A unique chapter – Student Skills for Success – an introduction to study skills, development of critical thinking, study strategies and career development A detailed chapter on Diagnostic Testing within the scope of practice Comprehensive ancillary material – including PowerPoints and Lesson Plans for instructors, and a CourseMate Express companion website complete with quizzes, video clips, animations and more for students Foundations of Nursing, 1e provides a clear and fresh approach to the study of nursing; straightforward and heavily illustrated with colour photos of procedures. Making connection feature at the start of each chapter directs trainee and teacher to relevant content in other related chapters Part three has three chapters dedicated to developing communication skills – colleagues, clients, documentation All new chapter 4 on Australian legal considerations related to scope of practice Up-to-date content on mental health, diabetes, vital signs, Diagnosis Related Groups and community based care Chapter on cultural considerations to include Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures Case Studies provide the student with opportunities to demonstrate knowledge and develop critical thinking skills Concept Maps and Concept Care Maps challenge the student to incorporate the interrelatedness of nursing concepts in preparation for clinical practice Pedagogy such as Health & Safety boxes, Client Education boxes, Nursing Highlight boxes and Essential Clinical Skills icons for key information throughout topics being learned End of Chapter Review Questions give the student the opportunity to assess knowledge and critical thinking of essential nursing concepts