Fundamentals of Nursing - E-Book

Fundamentals of Nursing - E-Book

Author: Patricia A. Potter

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2016-02-02

Total Pages: 1398

ISBN-13: 0323399916

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It’s your complete guide to nursing — from basic concepts to essential skills! Fundamentals of Nursing, 9th Edition prepares you to succeed as a nurse by providing a solid foundation in critical thinking, evidence-based practice, nursing theory, and safe clinical care in all settings. With illustrated, step-by-step guidelines, this book makes it easy to learn important skills and procedures. Care plans are presented within a nursing process framework, and case studies show how to apply concepts to nursing practice. From an expert author team led by Patricia Potter and Anne Griffin Perry, this bestselling nursing textbook helps you develop the understanding and clinical reasoning you need to provide excellent patient care. 51 skills demonstrations provide illustrated, step-by-step instructions for safe nursing care — and include rationales for each step. 29 procedural guidelines provide streamlined, step-by-step instructions for performing basic skills. UNIQUE! Critical Thinking Models in each clinical chapter show how to apply the nursing process and critical thinking to achieve successful clinical outcomes. Evidence-Based Practice chapter shows how nursing research helps in determining best practices. UNIQUE! Caring for the Cancer Survivor chapter prepares nurses to care for cancer patients who may still face physical and emotional issues. Case studies include unique clinical application questions and exercises, allowing you to practice using care plans and concept maps. The 5-step nursing process provides a consistent framework for care, and is demonstrated in more than 20 care plans. 15 review questions in every chapter test your retention of key concepts, with answers available in the book and on the Evolve companion website. Practical study tools on Evolve include video clips of skills, skills checklists, printable key points, a fluid & electrolytes tutorial, a concept map creator, an audio glossary, and more. UNIQUE! Clear, streamlined writing style makes complex material more approachable. More than 20 concept maps show care planning for clients with multiple nursing diagnoses. Key points and key terms in each chapter summarize important content for more efficient review and study. Unexpected Outcomes and Related Interventions for each skill alert you to potential problems and appropriate nursing actions. Delegation coverage clarifies which tasks can and cannot be delegated. A glossary provides quick access to definitions for all key terms.


Policy and Politics in Nursing and Healthcare - Revised Reprint - E-Book

Policy and Politics in Nursing and Healthcare - Revised Reprint - E-Book

Author: Diana J. Mason

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2013-10-01

Total Pages: 829

ISBN-13: 0323244785

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Featuring analysis of healthcare issues and first-person stories, Policy & Politics in Nursing and Health Care helps you develop skills in influencing policy in today’s changing health care environment. 145 expert contributors present a wide range of topics in policies and politics, providing a more complete background than can be found in any other policy textbook on the market. Discussions include the latest updates on conflict management, health economics, lobbying, the use of media, and working with communities for change. The revised reprint includes a new appendix with coverage of the new Affordable Care Act. With these insights and strategies, you’ll be prepared to play a leadership role in the four spheres in which nurses are politically active: the workplace, government, professional organizations, and the community. Up-to-date coverage on the Affordable Care Act in an Appendix new to the revised reprint. Comprehensive coverage of healthcare policies and politics provides a broader understanding of nursing leadership and political activism, as well as complex business and financial issues. Expert authors make up a virtual Nursing Who's Who in healthcare policy, sharing information and personal perspectives gained in the crafting of healthcare policy. Taking Action essays include personal accounts of how nurses have participated in politics and what they have accomplished. Winner of several American Journal of Nursing "Book of the Year" awards! A new Appendix on the Affordable Care Act, its implementation as of mid-2013, and the implications for nursing, is included in the revised reprint. 18 new chapters ensure that you have the most up-to-date information on policy and politics. The latest information and perspectives are provided by nursing leaders who influenced health care reform with the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010.


Saunders 2020-2021 Strategies for Test Success - E-Book

Saunders 2020-2021 Strategies for Test Success - E-Book

Author: Linda Anne Silvestri

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2019-06-16

Total Pages: 259

ISBN-13: 032358215X

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Help alleviate your pre-test jitters with this essential nursing resource! Written by the most trusted experts in NCLEX® prep, Saunders 2020-2021 Strategies for Test Success, 6th Edition introduces tools for overcoming text anxiety and tactics for developing effective study habits. Essentially, it teaches you how to master the things that matter most on your nursing school exams: critical thinking, problem solving, and time management. This essential guide features over 1,200 practice questions and rationales to help you tackle anything from a routine quiz to the NCLEX. It also includes a wealth of proven tips and real-world hints to help you confidently evaluate and identify the correct answer for a variety of test question types, including alternate item formats. Plus, additional questions on the Evolve website gives you even more preparation material! 1,200 review questions are included in the book and online, providing a 2-in-1 approach to learning strategies and test-taking skills Increased focus on critical thinking uses different strategies to help you develop clinical judgment skills, and the ability to question data, and client abnormalities. Helpful Tips for the Nursing Student highlight the most important concepts needed for exam success. UNIQUE! Student-to-Student Hints highlight real life strategies that have helped other students graduate from nursing school and pass the NCLEX® exam. Practice questions coded for the beginning, intermediate, or experienced student, making this book a useful tool throughout your nursing school career. Clearly defined cognitive levels help if you are unfamiliar with this terminology and its significance. Coverage of Interprofessionalism discussed where appropriate throughout text. Priority concepts for each question help you to link your concept-based classes and NCLEX® prep. A fun, 4-color design features cartoons and bold designs to help engage visual learners. NEW! Clinical Judgment Situations and Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN) practice questions included on Evolve site let you apply strategies from the text in a realistic electronic testing environment.


Maternal Child Nursing Care in Canada - E-Book

Maternal Child Nursing Care in Canada - E-Book

Author: Lisa Keenan-Lindsay

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2021-12-17

Total Pages: 1620

ISBN-13: 0323759203

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- NEW! Consolidated, revised, and expanded mental health concerns chapter and consolidated pediatric health promotion chapter offer current and concise coverage of these key topics. - NEW and UPDATED! Information on the latest guidelines includes SOGC guidelines, STI and CAPWHN perinatal nursing standards, Canadian Pediatrics Association Standards, Canadian Association of Midwives, and more. - NEW! Coverage reflects the latest Health Canada Food Guide recommendations. - UPDATED! Expanded coverage focuses on global health perspectives and health care in the LGBTQ2 community, Indigenous, immigrant, and other vulnerable populations. - EXPANDED! Additional case studies and clinical reasoning/clinical judgement-focused practice questions in the printed text and on the Evolve companion website promote critical thinking and prepare you for exam licensure. - NEW! Case studies on Evolve for the Next Generation NCLEX-RN® exam provide practice for the Next Generation NCLEX.


Pediatric Primary Care - E-Book

Pediatric Primary Care - E-Book

Author: Catherine E. Burns

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2016-03-02

Total Pages: 1435

ISBN-13: 0323376835

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Get an in-depth look at pediatric primary care through the eyes of a Nurse Practitioner! Pediatric Primary Care, 6th Edition guides readers through the process of assessing, managing, and preventing health problems in infants, children, and adolescents. Key topics include developmental theory, issues of daily living, the health status of children today, and diversity and cultural considerations. This sixth edition also features a wealth of new content and updates — such as a new chapter on pediatric pharmacology, full-color design and illustrations, new QSEN integration, updated coverage of the impact of the Affordable Care Act, a refocused chapter on practice management, and more — to keep readers up to date on the latest issues affecting practice today. Comprehensive content provides a complete foundation in the primary care of children from the unique perspective of the Nurse Practitioner and covers the full spectrum of health conditions seen in the primary care of children, emphasizing both prevention and management. In-depth guidance on assessing and managing pediatric health problems covers patients from infancy through adolescence. Four-part organization includes 1) an introductory unit on the foundations of global pediatric health, child and family health assessment, and cultural perspectives for pediatric primary care; 2) a unit on managing child development; 3) a unit on health promotion and management; and 4) a unit on disease management. Content devoted to issues of daily living covers issues that are a part of every child's growth — such as nutrition and toilet training — that could lead to health problems unless appropriate education and guidance are given. Algorithms are used throughout the book to provide a concise overview of the evaluation and management of common disorders. Resources for providers and families are also included throughout the text for further information. Expert editor team well is well-versed in the scope of practice and knowledge base of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (PNPs) and Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs).


Study Guide for Perry's Maternal Child Nursing Care in Canada,E-Book

Study Guide for Perry's Maternal Child Nursing Care in Canada,E-Book

Author: Lisa Keenan-Lindsay

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2021-10-21

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 0323799027

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The new Study Guide for Perry's Maternal Child Nursing Care in Canada is designed to help you review and master content from the core text and learn how to think critically in applying your knowledge. Chapters parallel those in the text and provide review, critical thinking applications, engaging activities, and more, with an answer key at the back of the book. This comprehensive study guide also contains case studies to help you integrate information and develop the critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and clinical judgement skills required to pass your licensure examination and excel in clinical practice. - Thinking Critically case-based activities require students to apply the concepts found in the chapters to solve problems, make clinical judgement decisions concerning care management, and provide responses to patient questions and concerns. - Reviewing Key Concepts questions in various formats give students ample opportunities to assess their knowledge and comprehension of information covered in the text. - Matching, fill-in-the-blank, true/false, short-answer, and multiple-choice activities help students identify the core content of each chapter and test their understanding. - Learning Key Terms matching and fill-in-the-blank questions let students test their ability to define all key terms highlighted in the corresponding textbook chapter. - Perforated pages allow you to use activities for graded assignments. - Answer key at the end of the book includes answers to all questions.


Study Guide for Wong's Nursing Care of Infants and Children - E-Book

Study Guide for Wong's Nursing Care of Infants and Children - E-Book

Author: Marilyn J. Hockenberry

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2018-09-03

Total Pages: 297

ISBN-13: 0323497748

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Corresponding chapter by chapter to the completely reorganized and revised Wong's Nursing Care of Infants and Children, 11th Edition, this study guide helps you apply pediatric nursing concepts to real-world practice. It assesses, reinforces, and strengthens your understanding of pediatric nursing with learning activities, review questions, and case studies with critical thinking questions. Learning Key Terms — consisting of matching and fill-in-the-blank questions — test your ability to define all key terms highlighted in each textbook chapter. An answer key for the review questions and learning activities is included in the back of the study guide. Pages are perforated, so submitting assignments is easy. - Reviewing Key Concepts and Content includes questions in various formats to provide you ample opportunity to assess your knowledge and comprehension of information covered in the text. Activities include matching, fill-in-the-blank, true/false, short answer, and multiple choice to help you identify the core content of the chapter — and test your understanding upon completion of reading the chapter. - Thinking Critically case-based activities require you to apply the concepts found in the chapters to solve problems, make decisions concerning care management, and provide responses to patient questions and concerns. - Learning Key Terms consists of matching and fill-in-the-blank questions that let you test your ability to define all key terms highlighted in the corresponding textbook chapter. - An answer key is included at the end of the Study Guide. - Perforated pages allow you to submit assignments to your instructor. - NEW! Updated chapter organization and content matches revised and reorganized text.


Nutrition Essentials and Diet Therapy

Nutrition Essentials and Diet Therapy

Author: Nancy J. Peckenpaugh

Publisher: Saunders

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781416026112

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Here's everything you need to know about nutrition science and therapy applications in the health care setting! This popular book is now better than ever, offering insight into the very latest developments in the field, as well as life span considerations, management of chronic and acute illnesses, expanded coverage of vitamins and supplements, and more. It's especially valuable for helping clients manage the metabolic syndrome (insulin resistance) and related health problems. New Features Make the Book Easier to Use. Content Threads such as key terms, definition boxes, key concepts, critical thinking and self-test questions, and special focus or practical application boxes provide a variety of learning aids to reinforce concepts and promote retention. Cultural Considerations boxes increase your awareness of diversity in the health care setting. Comprehensive Coverage Includes Timely Nutrition Topics. Updated guidelines: The 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, MyPyramid Food Guidance System, The latest Dietary References Intakes (DRIs) and Tolerable Upper Levels (ULs), Revised guidelines for lipid and blood pressure goals for cardiovascular disease. Updated and expanded discussions of current topics: Bariatric surgery, Renal disease, Low-carbohydrate versus low-fat diets, Early diagnosis and management of diabetes, Preventing and treating pressure ulcers. Increased emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention: Cancer prevention, Prevention of childhood obesity, Food safety, including emergency preparedness, food irradiation, genetically modified foods, and preventing food poisoning. Book jacket.