Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nursing today -- The health care delivery system -- Professional identity -- Communication -- Evidence-based practice -- Infection prevention and control -- Vital signs -- Hygiene -- Patient safety and mobility -- Documentation -- Medication administration -- Health assessment -- End-of-life care.

This edition provides foundational concepts of nursing practice tailored to South Asian settings. It covers clinical, theoretical, and ethical principles of patient care with localized content, illustrations, and pedagogy for nursing students.