The Oxford Handbook of Primary Care and Community Nursing: A Comprehensive Resource for Nurses

Primary Care nurses play a vital role in addressing the diverse health needs of patients and populations across various settings. As both generalists and specialists, they require rapid access to evidence-based information on a broad range of conditions, prevention, treatment, and care techniques.

A Trusted Resource for Nurses

The Oxford Handbook of Primary Care and Community Nursing is written by experienced Primary Care nurses and experts in their field, providing authoritative guidance on the knowledge and skills required for modern primary care nursing practice. This comprehensive handbook covers all aspects of primary care nursing, including:

• Common adult health problems
• Vulnerable groups with extra needs
• Medicine management and nurse prescribing
• Organizational knowledge for primary care nurses
• Health and social care services organization and funding
• Professional and clinical activities with all ages
• Technical care procedures common in primary care and home settings

This handbook is an indispensable resource for both novice and experienced nurses, health visitors, and healthcare professionals working in primary care and community settings. It provides an accessible and instant reference guide for everyday practice, a benchmark of good practice, and a valuable resource for locating in-depth information.

A Practical and Portable Resource

The Oxford Handbook of Primary Care and Community Nursing is designed for ease of use, with:

• One topic per page for quick reference
• Clear, note-based style for easy reading
• Blank pages for writing notes, observations, and local protocols, allowing customization to meet local needs
• A handy, pocket-sized format with hard-wearing plastic covers

With its comprehensive coverage and practical design, this handbook is an essential companion for all primary care and community nursing professionals.

Product Details:

ISBN-13: 9780199653720
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Publication date: 4/27/2014
Edition number: 2
Pages: 832