title: In Charge of the Ward, 3rd edition A Matthews J Whelan In Charge of the Ward, 3rd edition Blackwell Scientific 278pp £11.99 0-632-03448-3.
abstract: The only 'negative' criticism that I can make of In Charge of the Ward, 3rd edition, is that it is not pocket-sized to allow for continual use. It is an invaluable source of practical and professional information on a variety of issues, reflecting the considerable changes in nursing. The style of the book makes it easy to read, each chapter being packed full of relevant information for managing a ward.