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Author Pierson, Frank M.

Title Principles & techniques of patient care / Frank M. Pierson, Sheryl L. Fairchild
Edition Fourth edition
Published St. Louis, Mo. : Saunders Elsevier, 2008

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 MELB  615.8 Pie/Pat 2008  AVAILABLE
Description xii, 383 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
Contents Preparation for patient care activities. -- Approaches to infection control. -- Assessment of vital signs. -- Body mechanics. -- Positioning and draping. -- Basic exercise: passive and active. -- Features and activities of wheeled mobility aids. -- Transfer activities. -- Ambulation aids, patterns, and activities. -- Special equipment and patient care environments. -- Basic wound care and specialized interventions. -- Incidents and emergencies. -- Americans with Disabilities Act and environmental assessments
Summary "Learn how to effectively assess and manage patients in the rehabilitation setting with this new, visually enhanced edition. In addition to clear, "how-to" information on positioning and draping the patient, patient transfer, ambulation activities, and more, you'll gain insight into the rationales and physiological principles explaining why specific techniques are used. This fourth edition is an excellent resource for developing problem-solving strategies needed to address real-world situations."--BOOK JACKET
Notes Spiral binding
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 361-363) and index
Subject Allied health personnel.
Nursing.
Patients -- Care.
Patients -- Rehabilitation.
Physical therapy.
Physical Therapy Modalities.
Dependent Ambulation.
Patient Care Planning.
Transportation of Patients.
Wheelchairs.
Author Fairchild, Sheryl L.
LC no. 2006940683
ISBN 1416031197
9781416031192
Other Titles Principles and techniques of patient care