Student Nurse Handbook: Difficult Concepts Made Easy (2nd Edition) (Paperback)


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Book Info
Lamar Univ., Beaumont, TX. Presents difficult concepts in a clear, concise manner. Includes survival tips, advice on test taking, navigating Internet resources, and effective communication skills. Two new chapters are included on time management skills and alternative therapies. For nursing students. Previous edition: c1999. Softcover.

From the Back Cover
Difficult Concepts Made Easy
Second Edition
A "must-have" resource for all nursing students, Dr. B. Gail Twiname's Student Nurse Handbook is the answer when it comes to nursing questions. An engaging, reader-friendly writing style simplifies difficult concepts, presenting them in a clear, concise manner. Also presented are handy survival tips that include - advice on test taking, navigating Internet resources, and effective communication strategies. Also included:

Two new chapters on Time Management skills and Alternative Therapies.
New material on learning styles including Web courses.
A revised chapter on legal concerns with new information on ethics and delegation.
Updated and expanded Internet resources and links.
Coverage of universal topics such as spirituality, sexuality, death and dying, as well as cultural differences.
Bulleted outlines that alert of key content.
Case studies highlighting real-life application of material.

Review: love it
I love this book!!! Very helpful for pre-nursing students and nursing students. It reads as if someone is talking to you about the subjects.

Review: EXCELLENT
This book is truly excellent. It gives lots of information & tips on how to handle nursing school. I definitely recomend this book to anyone who is beginning nursing school. It contains conversions, time management skills.. and much more!!

Review: Excellent Book
I just graduated from nursing school and the best book I had during school is this one. This was the only book that truly "spoke" to me about the realities of nursing school and I used it in all my courses. I plan to keep it handy because I know I am going to forget some of the information I learned about EKG's, Fluid & Electrolytes and some of the other things I may not use every day.These authors made me feel like they were talking to me, not at me and I enjoyed reading the information that they had to share. I also appreciated the numerous "short cuts" that I learned. The cartoon-like figures were always good for a chuckle and the examples in the book really fit my life. I highly recommend this book to anyone in nursing school no matter what level you are. Good luck! Keep studying! It's worth it!

Review: Great book
This is the best book ever! I have used it since my first day in nursing school and I am amazed by how much helpful information fits into such a small book! I love the information about how to get along with faculty and also write papers, study, take tests, etc. Everything I've read I've been able to use. The section on the internet is fantastic and I've been able to use the links to find information for my patients and for those nasty care plans! I would highly recommend this book to anyone who is in nursing school and anyone who plans to go to nursing school. I plan to keep mine after I graduate because I know I'll be referring to it when I'm working. If you are struggling in nursing school, get this book! It will help!

How to Survive and Maybe Even Love Nursing School!: A Guide for Students by Students (Paperback)

Review: Good High Level Overview

This book was a good starting point for me. I'm contemplating a career change to nursing having worked in IT for 19 years. Lots of useful quotes and advice from students, new grads and staff nurses. I liked the high level view and broad scope this book gave me.

Talks about multiple paths to RN: Diploma, Associate Degree (AD); also called ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing), and Bachelor Science in Nursing (BSN). Straightening out the acronyms is half the battle. No mention of LPN or LVN programs however, and thought that would have been helpful. It (LPN) would fall between Diploma and ADN programs I believe.

This is the 2nd edition. Click on the author's name to see the 1st edition for more reviews. I would suspect it is very similar. Note: You can look inside the 1st edition. The table of contents is very helpful.

One gripe I had was the price: $22.95, with No discount. So, consider used; 1st edition around $10, 2nd $18. Overall I thought the book was worth it and recommend it to prospective students.

Review: Great resource for finding your way
This book was completely amazing. Fun to read, extremely informative, lots of information about not only beginning nursing school but getting through until the end! Lots of great quotes, tons of resources (some chapters have a couple dozen helpful websites listed!)and information I use every day.

Not only the most helpful book I've read about nursing school, but also the best career guide in general I've seen!

I can't say enough about this book!





Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul: 101 Stories to Celebrate, Honor and Inspire the Nursing Profession (Paperback)

From Publishers Weekly
Still building on the long-running success of their Chicken Soup for the Soul series, Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen team up with coeditors Nancy Mitchell Autio and LeAnn Thieman, both nurses and previous contributors to the series, with Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul. This paean to nurses and their mission of caretaking is heartwarming, invigorating and may in some small way help reverse the current shortage of nurses nationwide.

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

Book Description

"These stories cannot help but touch the hearts and souls of all who read it, nurses or not. The authors have done nursing a wonderful service by bringing to light the touching, funny, heartfelt anecdotes shared by those at the bedside."

-Sally Russell, M.N., R.N. , Educational Director Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses

This collection of true stories champions the daily contributions, commitments and sacrifices of nurses and portrays the compassion, intellect and wit necessary to meet the challenging demands of the profession.

Stories from student nurses recall why they entered the profession; stories from seasoned nurses reveal why they stay, and some stories reflect on the "good old days." Most important, as every fan of the series knows, each story shares hope for the future.

Regardless of age or area of practice, health-care workers the world over will find their own hearts and souls in these stories as they discover the universality of what they do-and the power of their skillful hands and devoted hearts.

Review: CD version is excellent
I am a nurse and work in a hospital. I ordered the CD version of Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul to give to a nursing unit to show my appreciation of their work. But before giving it to them, I listened to the CD. These stories are so touching that most of them brought tears to my eyes. They certainly help nurses remember the reasons we chose nursing as a career in the first place. The CD allows for a quick listen in the break room and several people can listen at the same time. A great CD. Looking forward to another publication on this topic. Thanks

Review: Pediatrician,
i enjoyed reading this book. it was funny, emotional, educational and entertaining at the same time. i liked how it was not just one main topic of the book, there were many different stories from all different aspects of careers in the health field. it was this story called "women in the military" that was very informative to me because eventually i want to be a registered nurse in the United States Navy.

Chicken Soup for the Nurses Soul there were a lot of different stories told by actual nurses. There was all kind of stories. Nurses expressing their feelings and telling jokes about some of the finest experiences they have been through. Some of the writers were giving advice for those who read the book or want to become a nurse.
There were chapters on love, comfort a lot of Inspirational talk. This book inspired me because I felt that these people were being honest. It sounds so real because I work in a hospital and there is so much affection that is needed.
Those who want to become a nurse should really read this book. The details that are given to the readers are excellent. There is some emotional advice and stories.

Review: Great books for nurses
Every nurse can relate to the emotions portrayed in this book. The short story format is perfect for the busy nurse to read. The next time you want to remember that special nurse in your life or the one who helped you through a crises, or if you are a nurse yourself, read this book! It's my second favorite inspirational book -- my first being "Open Your Mind, Open Your Life: A Book of Wisdom" by Taro Gold. Giving these kind of inspirational gift books assures that your present lasts longer than candy and flowers and will boost the readers' self esteem! Every nurse I have known who has read these books has loved them!

Review: Heart Warming Memories
I have been a nurse for 21 years and have never read any book that depicts the true value of this wonderful profession. Each story is so easy to relate to. I hope that anyone who is a nurse or knows a nurse reads this book!

Review: Morale Booster
This diverse blend of candid and illuminating stories helps to illustrate what nurses really do, and their importance in balancing the healthcare equation. The heart and soul of nursing involves far more than the fictional portrayals depicted on television or in the movies. “Chicken Soup for the Nurse’s Soul” comes at a time when this dwindling number of overworked, overstressed and underpaid “angels of mercy” everywhere struggle to practice their art against all odds. I highly recommend regular portions of this morale booster.

Review: Very inspiring!
I am a nursing student and am consistently challenged with a negative image of nursing. This book has helped restore a sense of pride in this wonderful profession. I would recommend to anyone in health care, especially nurses.

Review: Finally a book for the "angels of mercy"
Words of encouragement for us! After that difficult shift at work, when the patient load was heavy and the 'moon was full', kick off your shoes, brew a cup of tea and relax in your favorite chair with some inspiring stories that remind us we are not only a blessing- - we are blessed!

Review: Not just for nurses
I was inspired and reignited about being an RN as I read these stories. I was overwhelmed with tears, goose bumps, reflection, nd lauging out loud!This book is a must for people interested in health care, receiving health care, and for all nurses of all ages.

Review: GREAT FOR NURSES
With the challenges of the workplace issues facing nursing today, this collection of personal stories brings focus back to the motivations for choosing a career in nursing, as well as it nourishes the soul of the practicing nurse.
Linda Kubik Goeldner, exec director, Iowa Nurses Assoc.

Review: Nurse's need this!
Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul is a book long overdue. These stories cannot help but touch the hearts and souls of all who read it, nurses or not. Nurses will recognize their own experiences somewhere in these stories, which affirm the personal nature of nursing and the importance of personal touch involved in the care of others. The authors have done nursing a wonderful service in bringing to light the touching, funny, heartfelt anecdotes shared by those at the bedside.

Review: Wonderful!
Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul pays grateful tribute to nurses - - those exalted and capable servants who selflessly tend the sick, injured, aged, and downhearted with deep compassion and unceasing dedication. Containing more than one hundred true stories of service and sacrifice, this uplifting book tugs on your heart strings and tickles your funny bone while artfully honoring the noble profession of nursing. Anyone who has ever been the recipient or the provider of health care will be challenged, motivated, and enlightened by these inspiring, true-life examples of exceptional courage, commitment and caring.
Dr. Mom, Marianne Neifert, MD

Review: Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul
Looking for a gift for that special nurse in your life? Written by nurses, this collection honestly represents the contibutions, dedication and sacrifices endured daily by nurses, portraying the intellect and wit necessary to meet the complex and ever-challenging demands of the profession. Reading the stories included in this book reminds me of why I choose this profession. Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul will be cherished by nurses and everyone who lives have been touched by a special nurse.

Review: Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul
At last, a wonderful book celebrating and honoring nurses. Each story is touching, inspirational and often humorous. I found the book reaffirming of the special lives that nurse's live as they touch the lives of others. Thank you for this special tribute!

Review: Nursing Necessity
I believe Chicken Soup for the Nurses Sould should be a required read for all nursing students. These poinant stories provide encouragement, give insight to the rewarding experiences that await, and show that not all patient encounters are emergency
situations.

Review: What's better than holiday OT and a Sales Rep with donuts?
So for nurses, what is better than holiday overtime and that nice young pharmaceutical rep with the glazed donuts? War stories! And a whole group of other nurses to share them with.
Let's face it, we have to edit our stories around lay people, temper the humor, spare them the deep, down visceral core of our feelings---the fact that have to laugh in the face of disaster, and that we cry in linen closets. But around other nurses? Honey, just sit down a minute and prop up those tired feet and let me tell you a tale....

This is what is so absolutely great about Chicken Soup For the Nurse's Soul: it's the nitty gritty on why we love our profession. And why we continue to love it in the midst of our hardest times, our darkest hours and even now when our country is in crisis with a nationwide nursing shortage. It's a book about dedication and caring. And just who it is on the other side of that thermometer.

Every story in this book is aimed right at our hearts---to make us cry, laugh, shake our heads at what we have survived, and to bring us hope and strength. To make us proud of what we do.

Kudos to Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, LeAnn Thieman--a hero in her own right-- and Nancy Mitchell Autio for this gift you have given us: The right to speak out and be proud.

Review: THANK YOU FOR YOUR GIFT TO NURSES
I just wanted to write a quick note to thank you for such a wonderful gift to nurses and indeed the profession of nursing itself. Right from the first story I was wiping the tears from my eyes. LeAnn, I think you can be assured you have once again made nursing history. I wish I was as articulate in writing as I am in speech. I would go on and on, but my recurrent thought is a simple "thank you". The timing of your book could not have been better. I am amazed at the level of despair and frustration that is found within our profession. Our colleagues need this book! It seems all to many have forgotten the real rewards of our work, yet you have captured it perfectly. Any nurse who reads this book will either find rejuvenation and inspiration or in my opinion should reconsider what it is they do for a living. For indeed if it does not touch their heart, a nurse may be "what" they do but it is not "who" they are.
Thank you so much LeAnn, Jack, and Nancy for the wonderful book and gift. I wish you the greatest of success, which you have so deservingly earned.

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