Recommended resources
The Library has a wide range of books, eBooks, journal articles, streaming video and more. Use the search on the Library homepage and ask for help if you can't find what you what. The books in this guide are an example of the resources in our collection.
ClinicalKey Textbooks & Resources
While you're a student with La Trobe, you have access to ClinicalKey for Nursing and ClinicalKey Student Nursing & Midwifery. These databases contain clinical resources, point-of-care tools, and many prescribed texts used in the School of Nursing & Midwifery.
First time users of ClinicalKey need to register for an account.
- You only need one account to access all ClinicalKey databases.
- Use your @students.latrobe.edu.au email address when you register. (Do not use @students.ltu.edu.au)
Fundamental nursing skills
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ACCN's Critical Care Nursing by
Publication Date: 2024 -
Potter and Perry's Fundamentals of Nursing, 6th ANZ Ed.
by
Publication Date: 2021 -
Skills in Clinical Nursing by
Publication Date: 2020 -
Clinical Nursing Skills and Techniques by
Publication Date: 2024
Assessment & Examination
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Bates' Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking by
Publication Date: 2020 -
Jarvis's Health Assessment ANZ, 4th Edition by
Publication Date: 2025 -
Clinical Psychomotor Skills, 9th Edition by
Publication Date: 2024 -
Potter & Perry's Pocket Guide to Nursing Skills & Procedures, 10th Edition
Publication Date: 2023
Healthcare and professional practice
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Promoting Health: the primary health care approach by
Publication Date: 2021 -
Understanding the Australian Health Care System by
Publication Date: 2020 -
Law and Ethics for Health Practitioners by
Publication Date: 2024 -
Clinical Reasoning in the Health Professions by
Publication Date: 2019