This book is an indispensable guide on how to get into and survive a pre-registration nursing course. With an immensely readable style this book inspires and encourages students to complete their course and become a nurse. Covering a wide range of topics it helps students to

Make the most of clinical placements
Make drug dosage calculations and administer medication
Write assignments
Avoid plagiarism
Cope with stress
Create a portfolio
Reflect on practice
Understand nursing models, theories and philosophies
Understand medical terminology and nursing jargon
Deal with legal and ethical issues


This unique book will be useful to those of any age considering a career in nursing, with or without previous experience in healthcare. It helps students to understand exactly what tutors and mentors expect from them and helps to plan for and cope with the inevitable stresses and frustrations. The Student Nurse Handbook is an essential companion to the pre-registration nursing course.
Key Features
Case studies and quotes from students and nurses show readers that their thoughts and feelings are shared by others - this validation will reduce stress and anxiety and give credibility
Humour and cartoons make the text readable and fun to use
Hints, tips and practical advice encourage the flagging' student
Appendices list other useful resources, contact details for organisations and websites
The two-colour design makes it attractive to use
New to This Edition
Fully updated in line with changes in nursing practice e.g. the revised NMC Code of Professional Conduct, the Disability Discrimination Act, Agenda for Change and the Knowledge and Skills Framework, Essence of Care.

Expanded section on nursing models

More help with drug dosage calculations to assist students in developing their numeric skills.

More on help on writing assignments and how to use research, including applications to practice

Expanded appendices on children's nursing and mental health branches.

Template forms to assist with course applications, planning assignments and a check list for placements