<p><strong>An accessible introductory textbook that covers the four stages of the care process.</strong><br><br><strong><em>The Care Process</em></strong> is an accessible textbook for nursing, health and social care students that covers the fundamental principles and practice of the care process.<br><br>Using clear explanations, scenarios, activities, and an overarching case study that runs through every chapter, the book will help you to understand the four stages of the care process ¿ Assessment, Planning, Implementation, and Review and Evaluation.<br><br>You will learn:</p><ul><li>How <strong>communication</strong> underpins all stages of the care process and how to develop your own communication skills.</li><li>How to use <strong>decision-making models and tools</strong> in the care process.</li><li>How, why and when to use different tools and approaches in <strong>assessing</strong> service users¿ needs.</li><li>How to apply the <strong>principles of care planning</strong> to you