Information Skills for Nursing Students
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Sage Publications Ltd
Published:17th Aug '10
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back

It is essential for nursing students to access current and reliable information to succeed in academic assignments and nursing practice, yet there are increasingly diverse information sources available, which can raise questions about the authenticity and reliability of information provided. This book presents a practical and clear guide to mastering information skills. It shows the reader how to effectively plan and implement a search for information and make judgements on the quality of the sources found. It also gives strategies for storage and retrieval of information, helping nurses to maximise the time they have available for keeping up to date.
"This book is an excellent and valuable resource for all nursing students, especially first year students. I will definitely recommend this book to all students, campus librarians and colleagues. Congratulations and thank you for an illuminating read and resource." Lecturer, University of Chester
Ii like its lay out and the fact it encourages students to get evidence of communication. -- Ann Terrell * drupal *
A good resource for those lacking in IT skills. -- Julia Williams * drupal *
Concise and user friendly presentation. Activity based with facilitation of learning. Good clarity achieved. A practical, pragmatic text that students will find very useful. -- Linda Mages * drupal *
Especially useful for first year students. I′ve recommended this book as part of a level 4 study skills module for nursing students. I′ve also used it with students who are working to evidence their Information and IT skills as part of their transferable graduate skills portfolio. -- Miss Alex Stewart * drupal *
i have placed this book as a recommended read for the study skills module which sits in year 1 of the new nursing programme. very concise and informative book which incorporates the NMC domians. the topics address the main themes for successful start to their nursing degree programme when accessing information -- Mr Hywel Thomas * drupal *
The book is straight forward and easy to follow for someone starting the course. Lots of useful exercises and useful information. Could have included the pedagogical benefits of social media for learning. -- Mr Mike Bellis * drupal *
This book is excellent for new students entering stage 1. -- Mrs Dorothy Adam * drupal *
A fantastic text for nursing qualifications and fits perfectly to the curriculum of this particular course. I will also be using this to inform my teaching practice. -- Mrs Kathryn Such * drupal *
i will reference this during pre and post placement tutorials and during academic support tutorials for students. -- Mrs Lynn Dracup * drupal *
I have done a very silly thing and sent the book back to you because I thought it was a little elementary for my students, who are trained nurses but most of whom completed a diploma course. Now, post registration they are undertaking degree level modules. However, having spoken to colleagues and looked at other publications I realise I have made an error! It is entirely the right level for them, easy and straightforward to understand . I have therefore re-ordered tonight and will be recommending that they buy it to support their assignment prep. I hope you will accept a re-order. -- Mrs Monica King * drupal *
Excellent resource. Clearly written. Easy to acess relevant information. This will be an excellent source of guidance for both pre-reg students and mature learners needing to develop their ability to access evidnce for practice. Up to date guidance regarding reliable websites as well as advice regarding communication etiquette, -- Mrs Sue Ball * drupal *
I like the layout, the use of Activities and other scenarios. It is student friendly. Further reading and useful websites are excellent. -- Ms Anna O'Leary * drupal *
ISBN: 9781844453818
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 240g
112 pages