Writing for nursing and midwifery students / Julio Gimenez.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction -- Part 1: The Essentials of Academic Writing -- An Introduction to Academic Writing -- Exploring Academic Genres -- Processes in Academic Writing -- Part 2: Writing Genres in Nursing and Midwifery -- How to Write Reflective Texts -- How to Write a Care Critique -- How to Write an Argument -- How to Write Other Genres -- Part 3: Working with Texts -- Variety in Writing -- Avoiding Plagiarism -- Referencing Systems -- Conclusion: Putting it All Together -- Achievement Chart Glossary of Key Terms -- Further Readings and Resources -- Suggested Answers to Activities -- References -- Index.

Combining a theoretical approach with practical activities, this book is invaluable for nursing and midwifery students and will help them to master the basics of writing at university. It equips students with the skills needed to examine cognitive processes such as reflection and critical thinking and includes essential information on referencing correctly and avoiding plagiarism. Going beyond the traditional essay, it provides support and guidance on producing care critiques, action plans, portfolios and journal article reviews alongside complex argumentative writing and undergraduate dissertation proposals. Written in an engaging and accessible style, this is a comprehensive writing toolkit for students of nursing, midwifery, health and social care. Suitable for students of all levels, it is ideal for use in class or for independent study.