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BF	Psychology	How call numbers work All print or paper copies of books in the library are assigned a call number, usually found on the book spine. The call number represents what the book is about and acts like the book's address on the library's shelves. Because books on the shelves are arranged in call number order, you will find books on similar subjects shelved near each other. At the Camosun Library, we use the Library of Congress (LC) classification system. LC call numbers are made up of letters and numbers and look something like this: QM 8923 W6 L36 2014 c.3 Read the call number from left to right. The first part of a call number, QM 8923, consists of a combination of one or two letters and a number that indicates a specific subject area. The next part, W6 L36, identifies a specific title within the range of books on that topic, 2014 is the publication date, and c.3 indicates it is the third copy in the library.
HV 1551-3024	Human Anatomy
QM	Human Anatomy
QP	Human Physiology
R	Medicine

R 123	Medical Terminology
RC 435-571	Mental Disorders
RG	Gynecology & Obstetrics
RM	Drugs & Pharmacology
RT	Nursing

Developing Practical Nursing Skills
Call Number: RT 62 D48 2014 (Interurban)
Patient-focused and caring, it integrates nursing values with evidence-based practices, scenarios, and a lifespan approach.
Success in practical/vocational nursing : from student to leader
Call Number: RT 62 H45 2013 (Interurban)
Unlock success in nursing with LPN Threads series! Navigate from student to leader with a 1-2-3 approach, critical thinking exercises, and updated content on Medicare and technology. Stay current for a thriving career.
Diversity and Cultural Awareness in Nursing Practice by Beverley Brathwaite (Editor)
Call Number: RT 86.54 D58 2023 (Interurban)
Exploring all aspects of nursing practice through the lens of diversity and cultural awareness.
Culturally Competent Compassion by Irena Papadopoulos
Call Number: RT 62 P37 2018 (Interurban)
Explores the intersection of cultural competence and healthcare compassion, offering practical insights for addressing suffering through culturally appropriate interventions
Caring for Older Adults Holistically
Gear up for a career in nursing with a focus on older adults. This resource provides essential knowledge and skills, dispels aging myths, and includes case studies for practical readiness.

Self-Care for New and Student Nurses
Nurture your well-being in the demanding field of nursing. Discover self-care practices, resilience, and wisdom for a fulfilling and sustainable nursing career. Welcome to a journey of growth.
Communication skills for the healthcare professional
Unlock the power of effective health communication with this interdisciplinary guide tailored for nursing, medicine, and allied health students. Emphasizes interactive learning, utilizing case studies and multimedia for optimal skill development.

Order and pick up Nursing DVDs such as these at the Interurban or Lansdowne Libraries

Bedmaking Call Number RC 954 N87 2014 NO.23 (2014)	Caring for residents with dignity and respect Call Number RC 954 N87 2014 NO.3 (2014)
Dementia Care Part 1 Call Number RC 954 N87 2014 NO.12S (2014)	Mesuring Vital Signs RC 954 N87 2014 NO.16 (2014)
The right words at the right time Call Number: RT 23 R544 2012

Anatomy.TV This link opens in a new window
Image-based database with three-dimensional (3D) interactive models of human anatomy and physiology. Includes zoom options, image layering, quizzes, downloading and short videos.

Anatomy & Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology 2e is developed to meet the scope and sequence for a two-semester human anatomy and physiology course for life science and allied health majors. The book is organized by body systems.
Vital Sign Measurement Across the Lifespan
The purpose of this textbook is to help learners develop best practices in vital sign measurement. Using a multi-media and interactive approach, it will provide opportunities to read about, observe, practice, and test vital sign measurement.
Nursing Care at the End of Life
Addresses an essential component of the basic educational preparation for the professional registered nurse student. Recent studies show that only one in four nurses feel confident in caring for dying patients and their families and less than 2% of overall content in nursing textbooks are related to end-of-life care.
Clinical Procedures for Safer Patient Care
Developed to ensure best practice and quality care based on the latest evidence, and to address inconsistencies in how clinical health care skills are taught and practised in the clinical setting.