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The Gateway We Call Death

May 13, 2026 11:47 AM
In The Gateway We Call Death, President Nelson, a surgeon by profession and now a special witness of the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, approaches the subject of death from both a medical and a theological point of view to discuss such topics as these: • The purpose of life and of death • The purpose of mourning • When death comes without warning.

Uploaded May 2026

Successful Nurse Practitioner Role Transition: A Practical Guide

May 13, 2026 11:21 AM
There are many factors to consider whether starting as a new nurse practitioner (NP) or as an established NP looking to make a role change. This will be your one-stop-shop for all things related to your important career transition. This practical guide includes dedicated chapters on the topics of NP job search considerations, cover letter and resume writing, navigating the interview and negotiation process, credentialing, legal issues, career reassessment, as well as a special chapter on documentation, billing and coding.

Uploaded May 2026

Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults

May 13, 2026 11:12 AM
Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults, 10th Edition, is known for Carol Miller's evidence-based Functional Consequences Theory. This unique framework promotes maximizing function, wellness, and quality of life in older adults, despite the limitations that may accompany aging and disease.

Uploaded May 2026

Health Promotion and Aging: Practical Applications for Health Professionals

May 13, 2026 11:02 AM
Connects research, policy, and practice for promoting wellness in old age. Readers will learn how to assess risks and apply interventions across systems, settings, and populations.

Uploaded May 2026

Caring for the Vulnerable: Perspectives in Nursing Theory, Practice, and Research

May 12, 2026 04:12 PM
Caring for the Vulnerable: Perspectives in Nursing Theory, Practice, and Research focuses on vulnerable populations and how nurses can care for them, develop programs for them, conduct research, and influence health policy.

Uploaded May 2026

A Hands-On Approach to Teaching About Aging: 32 Activities for the Classroom and Beyond

May 12, 2026 04:07 PM
A one-of-a-kind guide to active, engaging learning strategies for aging studies. Harnessing the proven benefits of active learning strategies, this is the first activity book created for a broad spectrum of courses in aging-related higher education.

Uploaded May 2026

Nursing Concepts: A Practical Approach

March 23, 2026 09:45 AM
Concepts are the foundation of every nursing course--and this concept book serves as the central hub that ties them all together. No matter the specialty, students return to core concepts again and again, making this text essential across the entire curriculum.

Uploaded March 2026

Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice: A Practical Guide for Nursing

March 23, 2026 09:41 AM
Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice is built on the belief that nurses want what is best for their patients. This text presents foundational principles that demystify the process in a way that is easily accessible and excites passion for patient care. It offers a comprehensive survey of evidence-based nursing practice that faculty can use throughout an undergraduate and graduate curricula and that clinical educators can use throughout a staff development program. The goal is to provide information that is thorough yet concise and practical for clinicians, students, and faculty.

Uploaded March 2026

How to Read and Critique Research: A Guide for Nursing and Healthcare Students

March 23, 2026 09:32 AM
Reading, critiquing and using research is a key requirement of nursing and healthcare students to ensure evidence-based practice. This unique book will equip you with the skills you need to understand research and use it in your practice and academic assignments. Each chapter presents a research paper relevant to nursing practice, annotated to highlight key aspects and decisions. Contributions from original researchers provide authentic perspectives and rationales. Designed to make research approachable, with step-by-step guidance and contemporary examples. This book is your companion in developing the critical skills needed to excel in your studies and beyond.

Uploaded March 2026

Gerontological Nursing

March 23, 2026 09:27 AM
Focused on the content you need to know for effective practice, this acclaimed text delivers engaging, evidence-based coverage of the aging process, factors contributing to healthy aging, and unique aspects of disease presentation and management in older adults. The updated 11th Edition combines the latest clinical research and a holistic approach to the psychosocial, legal, ethical, and spiritual elements of patient care to prepare you to confidently care for the increasingly diverse population of older adults.

Uploaded March 2026

Betsy Hopkins

Nursing Librarian
betsy_hopkins@byu.edu