Manual of Critical Care Nursing: Nursing Interventions and Collaborative Management

Manual of Critical Care Nursing: Nursing Interventions and Collaborative Management
ISBN-10
0323009980
ISBN-13
9780323009980
Series
Manual of Critical Care Nursing
Category
Critical care
Language
English
Published
2001
Authors
Pamela L. Swearingen, Janet Hicks Keen

Description

This new edition provides readily accessible information for more than 75 critical care procedures and disorders, including a description of pathophysiology, assessment, diagnostic testing, collaborative management, nursing diagnoses, nursing interventions, specific to those diagnoses and patient teaching/rehabilitation. Employs a body-system organization that facilitates easy access and enhances learning Small trim size makes this book a practical, portable reference that fits easily into ones pocket. Includes over 75 critical care conditions/disorders including the most common disorders found in an ICU. Includes the 1999-2000 NANDA approved diagnoses, ensuring the most up-to-date content. Includes Nursing Interventions Classification (NIC) labels to help introduce the reader to this new taxonomy. A new section on ethical decision-making (found within chapter 1) includes important content on issues such as DNR and end-of-life issues. Content on heart transplantation has been increased in response to the increased demand on the critical care nurse who is now dealing more frequently with heart transplant patients. Contains an expanded section on MODS/SIRS, both of which are considered life-threatening syndromes. Important geriatric considerations are identified throughout with special Elder Care Icons. Research Brief Boxes are highlighted throughout the book to familiarize the reader with the importance of ongoing research.

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