Ideal for shorter, more focused courses, this concise text provides coverage of the concepts and skills that are essential for becoming a nursing assistant. It clearly and logically presents the responsibilities of the nursing assistant in a readable, highly visual format that appeals to learners of all levels.

Key Features

• More than 550 full-color illustrations highlight key concepts and procedures.
• Written at a clear, readable 7th grade reading level.
• Covers over 75 procedures, divided into pre-procedure, procedure, and post-procedure sections for easier learning.
• Chapter Review Questions at the end of each chapter help readers reinforce and evaluate what they've learned.
• NNAAP in select procedure title bars alerts readers to skills that are part of the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program.
• Caring About Culture boxes contain information to help readers learn about the practices and beliefs of other cultures.
• Persons with Dementia boxes outline special factors to consider when caring for persons with dementia.

New to this Edition

• The interactive companion CD-ROM, bound with the text, includes 25 procedures with exercises and video clips, an audio glossary, and Body Spectrum — an exciting anatomy & physiology review program.
• Focus on the PERSON boxes stress Providing comfort, Ethical behavior, Remaining independent, Speaking up (communication tips), OBRA and other laws, and Nursing teamwork.
• Quality of Life reminders in the procedure boxes reinforce the simple courtesies that show respect for the patient as a person.
• Delegation Guidelines help readers understand the nurse assistant’s responsibilities when accepting specific delegated tasks.
• Promoting Safety and Comfort boxes emphasize the need to provide safe care while promoting the patient’s comfort.
• A new appendix provides basic Spanish health care terminology for effective communication with Spanish-speaking patients.
• Includes new chapters on Restraint Alternatives and Safe Restraint Use and Assisting with Specimens.