Principles & techniques of patient care - Pierson, Frank M. 4 0 16; Fairchild, Sheryl L.; 5 (St. Louis, Mo. : Saunders/Elsevier, 2008)
Preparation for patient care activities. -- Approaches to infection control. -- Assessment of vital signs. -- Body mechanics. -- Positioning and draping. -- Basic exercise: passive and active. -- Features and activities of wheeled mobility aids. -- Transfer activities. -- Ambulation aids, patterns, and activities. -- Special equipment and patient care environments. -- Basic wound care and specialized interventions. -- Incidents and emergencies. -- Americans with Disabilities Act and environmental assessments.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 361-363) and index.
Keywords: 2 -- 0; 6; Care. -- Patients;Nursing.;Allied health personnel.;Physical Therapy Modalities.;Dependent Ambulation.;Patient Care Planning.;Transportation of Patients.;Wheelchairs. -- 20; 20; 2