A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests

A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests
ISBN-10
0781771943
ISBN-13
9780781771948
Series
A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests
Category
Medical
Pages
1317
Language
English
Published
2009
Publisher
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Authors
Frances Talaska Fischbach, Marshall Barnett Dunning

Description

Now in its Eighth Edition, this leading comprehensive manual helps nurses deliver safe, effective, and informed care for patients undergoing diagnostic tests and procedures. The book covers a broad range of laboratory and diagnostic tests and studies that are delivered to varied patient populations in varied settings. Tests are grouped according to specimen and function/test type (e.g. blood, urine, stool, cerebrospinal fluid, etc.). Each test is described in detail, with step-by-step guidance on correct procedure, tips for accurate interpretation, and instructions for patient preparation and aftercare. Clinical Alerts highlight critical safety information.

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