Part I. Introduction to the nursing profession. Nursing, an evolving profession
The nursing process
Part II. Fundamental principles of nursing care. Communication and documentation
Vital sign assessment
Health assessment
Medication administration
Safety
Part III. Meeting basic human needs. Skin integrity
Activity and mobility
Sensory and cognition
Sleep and comfort
Oxygenation
Nutrition
Fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance
Urinary elimination
Bowel elimination
Psychosocial needs.
Nursing fundamentals demystified by Bennita W. Vaughans. ISBN 9780071495707. Published by McGraw-Hill Medical in 2011. Publication and catalogue information, links to buy online and reader comments.