Do you want to learn more about the Elsevier Clinical Skills? Then why not view our sample skills below. All skills follow the same format, offering an engaging and interactive way to reinforce learning.

Sample Skills

Assessment of Breathing
Communication with Anxious Patients
Communication with Depressed Patients
Digital Rectal Examination/Digital Removal of Faeces
Eating Disorders (Mental Health)
Mouth Care for a Dependent Patient
Opening the Airway
Oxygen Therapy: Applying Nasal Mask
Oxygen Therapy: Humidified Oxygen
Oxygen Therapy: Non-rebreathe Mask
Oxygen Therapy: Simple Face Mask
Oxygen Therapy: Venturi System
Patient Education: Temperature Measurement
Patient Transfers: To Other Facilities/Units or Hospitals
Seclusion for Assaultive and Violent Behaviour (Mental Health)
Temperature Recording: Disposable Chemical Thermometer Oral
Use of Apron and Non-sterile Gloves
Use of Masks

Each skill includes:

Summary – short (1-2page) skill summary
Checklist – for competency reviews
Equipment – needed to perform the skill
Demonstration – a video or animation of the skill
Self-test – offering immediate marking and rationale
Skill overview – in-depth description of the skills including rationales, important considerations and references
References – literature references, further reading and useful web links

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