Discover the fast-paced world of emergency care through the eyes of a UK emergency nurse. Emergency Nursing: The Essential UK Guide to Clinical Practice, Triage, and Critical Thinking in the ED is a comprehensive, real-world resource tailored for student nurses, newly qualified staff, and experienced practitioners working in or preparing for the Emergency Department (A&E).

Written by Olivia Carter, a Senior Emergency Nurse Educator with over 15 years of NHS frontline experience, this book goes beyond theory. It bridges the gap between university learning and clinical reality—offering readers vital tools in triage, trauma care, resuscitation, paediatric emergencies, mental health crisis response, ethical practice, and interprofessional teamwork.

Whether you’re learning to prioritise with the Manchester Triage System, navigating safeguarding in a busy ED, interpreting ABGs, or calculating paediatric drug doses, this guide keeps you grounded in clinical best practice, evidence-based care, and UK-specific protocols.

Featuring:

• Clear definitions of essential terms and acronyms (NEWS2, ABCDE, SBAR, GCS)

• Clinical case scenarios, reflective questions, and skills checklists

• Legal and ethical frameworks for mental health, paediatrics, and safeguarding

• Visual aids, quick-reference tables, and end-of-chapter quizzes

Ideal for nursing students, Band 5/6 ED nurses, clinical educators, and advanced nurse practitioners seeking a solid foundation—or a trusted companion on shift.