Medicine Textbooks
Nursing Skills
Contributors: Ernstmeyer and Christman
Publisher: WI Technical Colleges Open Press
This open access Nursing Skills textbook includes physical assessments routinely performed by entry-level registered nurses and basic nursing skills performed by licensed practical nurses. It is based on the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) statewide nursing curriculum for the Nursing Skills course (543-102), the 2019 NCLEX-RN Test Plan, the 2020 NCLEX-PN Test Plan, and the Wisconsin Nurse Practice Act. Learning activities are included to encourage the student to engage in critical thinking and apply the nursing process while analyzing assessment findings.
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Nursing Fundamentals
Contributors: Ernstmeyer and Christman
Publisher: WI Technical Colleges Open Press
This Nursing Fundamentals textbook is an open educational resource with CC-BY licensing developed for entry-level nursing students. Content is based on the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) statewide nursing curriculum for the Nursing Fundamentals course (543-101), the 2019 NCLEX-RN Test Plan, the 2020 NCLEX-PN Test Plan, and the Wisconsin Nurse Practice Act.
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A Guide to the Principles of Animal Nutrition
Contributor: Cherian
Publisher: Oregon State University
Based on over 20 years of teaching experience in animal nutrition, this study guide will enhance learning basic food animal nutritional principles.
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Nutrition: Science and Everyday Application - beta v 0.1
Contributors: Callahan, Leonard, and Powell
Publisher: Open Oregon Educational Resources
This book is designed as an OER text and learning resource for undergraduate students enrolled in FN 225 Nutrition at Lane Community College in Eugene, Oregon. The book covers basic nutrition and metabolism, information literacy, energy balance, nutrition across life stages, dietary supplements, an in-depth look at each of the macronutrients, and major functions of vitamins and minerals.
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Histology and Embryology for Dental Hygiene
Contributors: Sheldahl and Yapp
Publisher: Open Oregon Educational Resources
This eBook makes use of animated images to focus on concepts in histology and embryology, as well as hyperlinks to promote non-linear reading and learning. It is aimed at college students in a dental hygienist program.
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Transitions to Professional Nursing Practice - 2nd Edition
Contributor: Murphy
Publisher: Open SUNY
Transitions to Professional Nursing Practice provides a pivotal learning experience for students transitioning from an associate degree education to a baccalaureate degree. Content includes a broad overview of the nursing profession, the role of accrediting and professional organizations with a strong focus on the American Nurses Association’s foundational documents. The competencies of the Standards of Professional Practice and the Code of Ethics are weaved throughout the text.
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Safety, Health, and Nutrition in Early Childhood Education
Contributor: Paris
Publisher: College of the Canyons
Early childhood is a critical time in development. Many outcomes, both positive and negative, have their beginnings in these years. It is vital that children’s health and safety be protected. High-quality early care and education programs can play a valuable role in improving outcomes
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Large Animal Surgery – Supplemental Notes
Contributor: Malone
Publisher: University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing
This textbook includes basic principles of large animal surgery and anesthesia, how to apply those principles to cases and situations, and discover ways of finding answers when you don’t remember the information, are presented with cases that aren’t “textbook” and/or things don’t go as planned.
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Nursing Pharmacology
Publisher: WI Technical Colleges Open Press
This open access Nursing Pharmacology textbook is designed for entry-level undergraduate nursing students. It explains basic concepts of pharmacology and describes common medication classes. This book is not intended to be used as a drug reference book, but direct links are provided to DailyMed, which provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States.
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Interpreting Canada’s 2019 Food Guide and Food Labelling for Health Professionals
Contributors: Lapum, St-Amant, and Hughes
Publisher: Ryerson University
This textbook provides the novice learner with a foundational understanding of Canada’s 2019 Food Guide and Food Labelling. It highlights important considerations for future health professionals seeking to adopt the new food guide into their practice, including strategies towards healthy eating. This open textbook underscores a relational inquiry approach to inform discussions with clients about nutrition and healthy eating.
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