| Description |
viii, 224 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Series |
Successful studying.
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| Contents |
Part I. The student nurse and midwife as a novice learner -- 1. Engaging with university learning -- 2. Taking control of yourself: nurses and midwives as learners -- 3. Making information work for nursing and midwifery students -- Part II. Beginning to develop effective study skills --4. Strategies for successful learning in nursing and midwifery -- 5. Reflective learning in clinical practice -- Part III. Becoming competent: advanced learning for nursing and midwifery students -- 6. Literature searching skills for midwives and nurses -- 7. Proficient use of evidence and research to support nursing and midwifery -- Part IV. Demonstrating proficiency through assessment -- 8. Critical analysis and higher-level skills for nurses and midwives -- 9. Coping with examinations and assessments -- Part V. Expertise for success: the lifelong learner in nursing and midwifery -- 10. Career pathways in nursing and midwifery -- 11. Lifelong learning organizations and CPD to sustain your professional practice -- References -- Glossary |
| Summary |
"This book is an essential course companion for nursing and midwifery students at degree and diploma level, as well as those returning to study. The book includes bullet points and exercises that will enhance reader efficiency in learning. The book also has an accompanying website, www.openup.co.uk/nursingsuccess, that is written specifically for this market." "Study Skills for Nursing and Midwifery Students has been carefully structured to be used throughout a nursing or midwifery career. It is key reading for new students in midwifery and all fields of nursing, as well as qualified staff who aim to enhance their professional development."--Book jacket |
| Notes |
Hardback |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages [209]-215) and index |
| Subject |
Nursing -- Study and teaching.
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Midwifery -- Study and teaching.
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| Author |
Guest, David A.
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| ISBN |
033522220X (paperback) |
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9780335222209 (paperback) |
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9780335222216 (hbk.) |
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0335222218 (hbk.) |
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