By nurses, for nursing students
Master the fundamentals of nursing, chapter by chapter, case by case.
461 pages, 10 chapters and 89 clinical case studies to study the way nursing is practiced: with context, not just theory.
Regular price $39 $27 launch price · One-time payment · PDF
Who it's for
For those preparing for real clinical practice
Nursing students and early-career nurses preparing for real clinical practice, not just to pass an exam.
What it solves
Most fundamentals textbooks are either too theoretical (they don't connect to practice) or too condensed (not enough for an exam). Nursing Fundamentals combines both: complete theory + applied clinical cases in every section.
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Anatomy and physiology
Anatomy and physiology of the major body systems, explained so you can apply it at the bedside.
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Pharmacology
Pharmacology with dosage calculation and drug classification — the part most students find hardest.
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Case studies in every clinical chapter
Every clinical chapter ends with case studies, so you practice clinical reasoning, not just memorize.
What's included
10 chapters, 461 pages
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Chapter 1: Introduction to nursing fundamentals
History, roles, the nursing process, ethics.
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Chapter 2: Musculoskeletal system
Muscle and bone anatomy, assessment, clinical case.
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Chapter 3: Cardiovascular system
Heart anatomy, ECG, blood pressure management.
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Chapter 4: Urinary system
Anatomy, catheter insertion, fluid balance, clinical cases.
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Chapter 5: Nervous system
Spinal cord and nerve anatomy, practical skills.
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Chapter 6: Respiratory system
Physiology, common conditions, respiratory assessment.
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Chapter 7: Gastrointestinal system
Anatomy, physiology and the digestive process, GI disorders, physical assessment, nasogastric intubation, poisoning management.
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Chapter 8: Endocrine system
Anatomy, physiology and disorders, physical assessment, blood glucose management, hormone therapy.
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Chapter 9: Pharmacology
Types of medication, therapeutic levels, dosage calculation, drug classification.
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Chapter 10: Integration and application
Bringing together everything that came before.
Look inside
Real pages from Nursing Fundamentals. Open any page to see it full size.
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Nursing Principles Framework Chapter 1, section opener -
ECG Lead Placement Chapter 3, Cardiovascular system -
The Kidneys Chapter 4, Urinary system -
Dose Calculations Chapter 9, Pharmacology -
Case Study 4: Dose Calculations Chapter 9, Pharmacology -
Endocrine Medications Chapter 9, Pharmacology
Written by nurses
We've been where you are
Nursing Fundamentals was written by the nurses of The Nursing Library, drawing on how we studied nursing ourselves. It starts where you are, at the beginning of nursing school, and every clinical chapter is backed by case studies.
Nursing Fundamentals
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Regular price $39
Launch price $27
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One-time payment, no subscription.
- 461 pages, 10 chapters
- 89 clinical case studies
- Pharmacology with dosage calculation and drug classification
Frequently asked questions
What format is the book in?
PDF.
What level or country is it for?
Nursing students and nurses in general.
Is it a one-time payment or a subscription?
A one-time payment of $27 at the launch price (regular price $39), no subscription.
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