Safeguarding Adults in Nursing Practice

Safeguarding Adults in Nursing Practice
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Publisher : Learning Matters
Total Pages : 241
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ISBN-10 : 9781473954878
ISBN-13 : 1473954878
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Book Synopsis Safeguarding Adults in Nursing Practice by : Ruth Northway

Download or read book Safeguarding Adults in Nursing Practice written by Ruth Northway and published by Learning Matters. This book was released on 2017-01-20 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All nurses, whatever setting, will encounter people who are at risk. Harrowing examples of abuse and neglect are frequently in the headlines and the nursing profession has a crucial responsibility to play in ensuring that vulnerable patients are cared for and safeguarded. This Second Edition answers all of the key questions including: What is neglect? What makes someone vulnerable? What role does safeguarding play? What does good safeguarding look like? Why can safeguarding fail? How can positive practice be developed? What are the professional and legal responsibilities facing nurses? This helpful resource will improve readers’ understanding of the policy, practice, and research underpinning safeguarding, while also preparing them for their important role as an advocate for, and safeguarder of, the people in their care.


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