Studying Nursing Using Problem-Based and Enquiry-Based Learning [Paperback]

This book is the first to provide students with information and guidance in understanding the theory and processes of Problem-Based Learning/Enquiry-Based Learning within health care contexts. It provides a succinct, accessible summary of theory, before guiding the reader through the stages of an inquiry, using illustrations and case studies to help the student gather and analyse information. Featuring wide-ranging 'how-to' examples drawn from different fields of nursing, this text gives the student advice on practice observation, interviews, library searches and using the internet. It is an essential study guide for all pre- and post-qualifying nurses using PBL/EBL.This book is the first to provide students with information and guidance in understanding the theory and processes of Practice-Based Learning/Enquiry-Based Learning within health care contexts. It provides a succinct, accessible summary of theory, before guiding the reader through the stages of an inquiry, using illustrations and case studies to help the reader gather and analyse information. Featuring wide-ranging 'how-to' examples drawn from different fields of nursing, this text gives the student advice on practice observation, interviews, library searches and using the internet. It is an essential study guide for all pre- and post-qualifying nurses using PBL/EBL.
PART 1: INTRODUCTION: KEY SKILLS AND PRACTICE WISDOM The Nature of Practice Skills and Associated Wisdom.- Learning in association with clinical practice.- PART 2: SKILLS AND THE PRACTICE ENVIRONMENT Reading practice situations.- Assessing signs and symptoms.- Listening effectively to clients and lay carers.- Taking a health history.- Assessing risk.- Making decisions and planning interventions.- Developing psycho-motor skills.- Communicating effectively with patients and lay carers.- Teaching patients and lay carers.- Tackling practice problems.- Liaising with other healthcare professionals.- Working with protocols and policieslÓÖ