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This book offers a practical, systematic approach to care for a wide range of trauma presentations. It encompasses the whole range of trauma care (including pre-hospital care) and the nurse's contribution. Chapters are included on the relevant biosciences which are easy to understand and will appeal to all levels of nurse who want to expand their underpinning knowledge. It is richly illustrated and research evidence is used throughout to support the text. Key learning points are highlighted in each chapter to aid study. As well as the basic science dimensions of trauma nursing, it addresses the clinical and psychosocial elements. There are six main sections: Trauma care in perspective Applied biosciences in trauma care Resuscitation and stabilisation of the critically ill Major trauma Clinical considerations and their impact on trauma care Professional dimensions The team of multidisciplinary contributors are well-known experts in their fields. Principles and Practice of Trauma Nursing will be a major asset to any nurse working or studying in this varied and exciting field.

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Nursing Standard; Feb 06; Vol 20, No 22; Tim Collins <br>The comprehensive text encompasses the range of care involved in trauma nursing and the book's logical ordering helps to make it easy to read and digest.

Nursing Standard; Feb 06; Vol 20, No 22; Tim Collins<br><br>The comprehensive text encompasses the range of care involved in trauma nursing and the book's logical ordering helps to make it easy to read and digest.

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