Ebook: Ophthalmic Nursing, Third Edition

This third edition of Ophthalmic Nursing reflects recent advances in diagnosis and treatment and developments in the role of the ophthalmic nurse. It includes evidence-based procedures for care of ophthalmic patients on the ward, in outpatients, day care and casualty.

The third edition includes more on professional issues and specialist nursing roles, differentiates adult and paediatric issues, and places more emphasis on assessment skills, pain management, infection control, day surgery, psychological aspects and links to primary care.

Ophthalmic Nursing is an invaluable resource for all nurses involved in ophthalmic care and an essential text for courses in ophthalmic nursing.

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• Addresses key ophthalmic conditions, trauma and surgery
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• Focuses on understanding patient's needs and planning effective patient care
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• Includes key skills and rationale for action
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• Reflects current developments in professional practice
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• Easy-to-read and highly illustrated
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• Includes a coulour plate section

Content:
Chapter 1 The Ophthalmic Patient (pages 1–4):
Chapter 2 The Ophthalmic Nurse (pages 5–19):
Chapter 3 Ophthalmic Nursing Procedures (pages 20–54):
Chapter 4 The Globe: A Brief Overview (pages 55–58):
Chapter 5 The Protective Structures (pages 59–78):
Chapter 6 The Lacrimal System and Tear Film (pages 79–90):
Chapter 7 The Conjunctiva (pages 91–102):
Chapter 8 The Cornea and Sclera (pages 103–119):
Chapter 9 The Uveal Tract (pages 120–128):
Chapter 10 Glaucoma (pages 129–147):
Chapter 11 The Crystalline Lens (pages 148–159):
Chapter 12 The Retina, Optic Nerve and Vitreous (pages 160–185):
Chapter 13 The Extra?Ocular Muscles (pages 186–202):
Chapter 15 Ophthalmic Trauma (pages 203–218):
Chapter 15 Removal of an Eye (pages 219–222):
Chapter 16 Ocular Manifestations of Systemic Disease (pages 223–228):
Chapter 17 Ophthalmic Drugs (pages 229–239):