Moore, Tina. creator author Cunningham, Sheila. author text Electronic books. xx 2021 monographic eng 1 online resource (113 pages) Organisms need to be able to maintain nearly constant internal environments in order to survive, grow and function effectively and efficiently. By maintaining homeostasis, humans remain healthy, strong and protected from the invasion of foreign organisms, such as viruses, bacteria and fungi. This practical pocket guide covers: * the anatomy and physiology of cardiovascular system vital signs * recognition of common arrhythmias and important skills for cardiovascular health cannulation and venepuncture * the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system * skills related to addressing respiratory problems. This competency-based text covers relevant key concepts, anatomy and physiology, lifespan matters, assessment and nursing skills. To support your learning, it also includes learning outcomes, concept map summaries, activities, questions and scenarios with sample answers and critical reflection thinking points. Quick and easy to reference, this short, clinically-focused guide is ideal for use on placements or for revision. It is suitable for pre-registration nurses, students on the nursing associate programme and newly qualified nurses. Cover -- Half Title -- Series Page -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Table of Contents -- List of Figures -- Introduction to the Skills in Nursing Practice series -- Introduction and overview -- Chapter 1 Anatomy and physiology of cardiorespiratory system -- Chapter 2 Vital signs -- Chapter 3 Oxygenation -- Chapter 4 Advanced respiratory skills -- Chapter 5 Cardiovascular skills -- Chapter 6 Cannulation and venepuncture -- Bibliography -- Index. Tina Moore and Sheila Cunningham. ALA COVID Relief Fund Respiratory organs Diseases Nursing RC735.5 .M667 2021 616.2004231 Moore, Tina Milton : Taylor & Francis Group,c2021 9781351066051 https://login.ezproxy.pucpr.edu/login?url=https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/pucpr-ebooks/detail.action?docID=6530225 https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/pucpr-ebooks/detail.action?docID=6530225 https://login.ezproxy.pucpr.edu/login?url=https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/pucpr-ebooks/detail.action?docID=6530225 https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/pucpr-ebooks/detail.action?docID=6530225 MiAaPQ 211129 20221021135500.0 EBC6530225 eng