📘 Infectious Disease Nursing is an essential and authoritative resource for nursing students, practicing RNs, and educators working across acute, community, and public health settings in the UK.
Covering everything from microbiology and PPE to outbreak response, antimicrobial stewardship, and psychosocial care, this in-depth guide bridges the gap between theory and clinical reality. Written by experienced UK nurse and educator Lucy Spencer, this textbook offers practical insights grounded in current NICE guidelines, UKHSA protocols, and NHS best practices.
Inside you’ll find:
Comprehensive chapters on standard and transmission-based precautions
Case studies, real-life scenarios, and professional reflection tools
Clear definitions, etymologies, and CPD-relevant review questions
A complete glossary, quick-reference charts, and career pathway mapping
Guidance aligned with the NMC Code, infection control standards, and the UK public health framework
Whether you're a newly qualified nurse, student, specialist, or lecturer, this book will help you provide safe, evidence-informed care while supporting your growth in one of nursing’s most vital and evolving specialisms.
Perfect for: Nursing students, IPC specialists, TB/HIV nurses, clinical educators, and community health professionals.