The authors, who all have wide experience in teaching and practising adult nursing, collaborated to write this book, which evolved from a clinical skills module. It became apparent that students loved learning the introductory nursing skills, but there were few easily accessible texts to support their learning. This book is therefore aimed at nursing students embarking on their nursing education, although some of it will also be suitable for care assistants who are involved in delivering direct nursing care to patients. It may also be useful as a teaching resource for qualified nurses who provide support to learners in the clinical area and those who are returning to practice.
