This basic book looks at the best methods of being a nurse assistant. The book is divided into four sections. Section One provides a firm foundation, covering topics such is communication, injury prevention and health promotion. Section Two applies the theory to the practical hospital setting, including chapters on personal care, assisting with meals and working with the nursing staff. The third section looks at some more specialist roles of the nurse assistant such as coping with the dying and mentally ill. The final part provides a comprehensive summary in one complete chapter.