Developing Healthcare Skills Through Simulation

'This book provides an essential resource for educators of clinical skills who want to utilise simulation based education to provide optimal learning opportunities for their students.'

This book covers all the essential clinical and managerial skills taught in simulation labs. It′s step-by-step format is laid out clearly and accessibly, with ready-made activities for students and lecturers.

Introduction: Background to the Importance of Essential Nursing Skills - Stephen Wanless and Matthew AldridgeDefining and Exploring Clinical Skills and Simulation-Based Education - Matthew AldridgePatient Assessment - Andrew Grindrod ABCDE approach to Patient Assessment/ MEWSObservations - Chris Jones Blood Pressure, Pulse/ Heart rate, Temperature and Neurological Assessment Pain Assessment - Meriel HawkerActing in Emergencies - Paul Knott BLS and Summoning Assistance Personal Hygiene - Barry Ricketts Bed Bath and Oral CareElimination - Alison Eddleson Urinalysis, Bowel Care and Catheter Care Nutrition - Kim Harley and Helen Holder Feeding a patient, Fluid Balance and Nasogastric feeding Infection Prevention - Mandy Reynolds Aseptic Non-Touch Technique, Hand washing, Disposal of Sharps and Disposal of Waste Medicines Management - Matthew Aldridge Injection Technique - S/C,IM Drug Calculations, Oral Drug Administration and Storage of Medicines Respiratory Care - Catherine Easthope, Philip Jevon & Steven Webb O² Therapy, Respiratory Rate Measurement, Pulse Oximetry, Sputum Collection and Inhaled Medication Dealing with Mental Health Emergencies - Simon SteevesPrinciples of Patient Handling - Steve WanlessManaging Conflict in Healthcare - Stephen WanlessDrug Administration Errors - Robert MappInterview Techniques - Katie Holmes and Nathalie TurvilleBreaking Bad News / Dealing with Difficult Conversations - Paul TurnerIncident Reporting - Tim BadgerDischarge Planning - Lisa LawtonDocumentation - Bernie St Aubyn and Amanda Andrews