Description: Medical-Surgical Nursing: An Integrated Approach, 2E examines all aspects of this nursing field, from how and where the health care delivery system is set up, to the nurse's role in care related to IV therapy and diagnostic testing, to legal and ethical responsibilities, communication, and cultural diversity. This revised edition also includes new chapters covering alternative therapies, and responding to emergencies. Case studies, critical thinking questions, and exercises developing care plans encourage students to think beyond the classroom. Full color illustrations, cross-referencing between chapters, and suggested resources are among the many features that will appeal to students.
· Diagnostic tests are listed alphabetically in chart form making important information about the test, normal values and nursing responsibilities easy to find
· Chapter end critical thinking questions help students apply chapter content
· "Web Flash" box suggests Internet sites students can consult for additional information
· Text includes a glossary, a list of abbreviations and acronyms, a listing of the latest NANDA nursing diagnoses and Standard Precautions Product Benefits: - Unique Chapters on alternative treatments--Any instructor who wished to cover the emerging arena of alternative/complementary medicine/treatment will be more excited to see White
- Unique Chapter on Health Assessment--Reviews the steps to perform in a Health Assessment examination. Many LPN students will not have received this content in an introductory text and will be in need of a review.
- Seperate chapter on diagnostic tests--Students often struggle with Lab & Tests, having all of this information in one place is a very useful learning and reference tool.
- Review of Anatomy and Physiology Integrated--A review of A & P is included within specific, body systems chapters.
- Supplementary Package--Instructors may make use of a great number of teaching tools - the Image Library, teaching notes, the computerized test bank, and a Power-Point presentation and web-site.
- Critical Thinking Integrated--White/Duncan integrates critical thinking exercises throughout the text as crucial component of the text.
- Case Study within chapters- Appropriate chapters include a case study designed to guide the reader through the development of a care plan.
- Early, final chapters on Critical Thinking--The second and last chapters assist students in understanding the complexity of human illness and how one disorder may affect multiple body systems, by providing a framework for critical thinking.
- NCLEX Review Questions--Review questions within each chapter are developed in the NCLEX format. This provides an early review for the NCLEX-PN exam.
Table of Contents: SECTION I: FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING
UNIT 1: FACTORS AFFECTING NURSING CARE. The Health Care Delivery System. Critical Thinking. Legal Responsibilities. Ethical Responsibilities.
UNIT 2: HOLISTIC NURSING CARE. Communication. Cultural Diversity and Nursing. Wellness Concepts. Alternative/Complementary Therapies. Loss, Grief, and Death. SECTION II: AREAS OF MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING.
UNIT 3: BASIC CONCEPTS OF MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING. Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance. IV Therapy. Health Assessment. Diagnostic Tests. Pain Management. Anesthesia. Nursing Care of the Surgical Client. Nursing Care of the Oncology Client.
UNIT 4: OXYGENATION AND PERFUSION. Nursing Care of the Client: Respiratory System. Nursing Care of the Client: Cardiovascular System. Nursing Care of the Client: Hematological & Lymphatic Systems.
UNIT 5: BODY DEFENSES. Nursing Care of the Client: Integumentary System. Nursing Care of the Client: Immune System. Nursing Care of the Client: HIV and AIDS.
UNIT 6: CONTROL, MOBILITY, COORDINATION, AND REGULATION. Nursing Care of the Client: Musculoskeletal System.. Nursing Care of the Client: Neurological System. Nursing Care of the Client: Sensory System. Nursing Care of the Client: Endocrine System.
UNIT 8: DIGESTION AND ELIMINATION. Nursing Care of the Client: Gastrointestinal System. Nursing Care of the Client: Urinary System.
UNIT 7: REPRODUCTIVE AND SEXUAL DISORDERS. Nursing Care of the Client: Female Reproductive System. Nursing Care of the Client: Male Reproductive System. Nursing Care of the Client: Sexually Transmitted Diseases.
UNIT 9: PHYSICAL AND MENTAL INTEGRITY. Nursing Care of the Client: Mental Illness. Nursing Care of the Client: Substance Abuse.
UNIT 10: SPECIAL MED-SURG AREAS. Nursing Care of the Older Client Rehabilitation, Home Health, Long-term Care, and Hospice.
UNIT 11: INTEGRATION OF BODY SYSTEMS. Nursing Care of the Client: Responding to Emergencies. Critical Thinking on Multiple Systems |
