Nursing Skills, 3rd Edition Textbook

Nursing

Published

Estimated Publish Date

March 2027

Nursing Skills, 3rd Edition

Coming Soon

Overview

Develop essential nursing skills with step-by-step guides, clinical assessments, and practice activities.

What phase is this textbook in?

Phase

Estimated Dates

Digital Textbook: March 2027
Print Textbook: June 2027
Audiobook: June 2027
Next Edition: 2030

Author / Editor

Dr. Elizabeth Christman

Kim Ernstmeyer

Annual Student Impact

1,987 students | 15 high school students | $384,384 student savings

Nursing Skills focuses on the development of evidence-based clinical skills and physical assessments that are essential for entry-level nurses across the lifespan. This textbook covers techniques for obtaining a health history and performing basic physical assessments using a body systems approach. It includes sample skills checklists and instructor demonstration videos to guide students through each procedure. Additionally, the book reviews mathematical calculations and conversions related to clinical skills, ensuring accuracy in practice. Designed to build competence and confidence, this resource is an invaluable tool for nursing students as they prepare to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered care in clinical settings.

Course Competency 1: General Survey

Course Competency 2: Health History

Course Competency 3: Blood Pressure

Course Competency 4: Aseptic Technique

Course Competency 5: Math Calculations

Course Competency 6: Neurological Assessment

Course Competency 7: Head and Neck Assessment

Course Competency 8: Eye and Ear Assessment

Course Competency 9: Cardiovascular Assessment

Course Competency 10: Respiratory Assessment

Course Competency 11: Oxygen Therapy

Course Competency 12: Abdominal Assessment

Course Competency 13: Musculoskeletal Assessment

Course Competency 14: Integumentary Assessment

Course Competency 15: Administration of Enteral Medications

Course Competency 16: Administration of Medications Via Other Routes

Course Competency 17: Enteral Tube Management

Course Competency 18: Administration of Parenteral Medications

Course Competency 19: Specimen Collection

Course Competency 20: Wound Care

Course Competency 21: Facilitation of Elimination

Course Competency 22: Tracheostomy Care & Suctioning

Course Competency 23: IV Therapy Management

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