Zdravstvena njega

The textbook "Nursing Care" (Zdravstvena njega), authored by Nada Prlić, PhD, and published by Školska knjiga, serves as a foundational teaching resource for students in secondary medical schools and aspiring healthcare professionals. The work is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of nursing care as a modern, professional, and scientifically grounded discipline. The content is organized into thematic units that explore the historical development of nursing, the ethical principles and duties of nurses, and the methodology of the nursing process. Particular emphasis is placed on practical application—ranging from patient assessment, identifying needs, and care planning, to the implementation of specific nursing interventions and the evaluation of outcomes. In addition to the theoretical framework, the textbook provides detailed descriptions of general patient care procedures, including personal hygiene, nutrition, the monitoring of vital signs, the prevention of complications associated with prolonged bed rest, and communication with patients and their families. The book is richly illustrated with images, tables, and didactic questions that facilitate learning and knowledge assessment, making it an essential guide for acquiring key skills and developing a sense of professional responsibility.