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Core Curriculum for Transplant Nurses by Stacee Lerret,Sandra Cupples,Linda Ohler,Vicki McCalmont Pdf
An official publication of the International Transplant Nurses Association, the updated Second Edition provides a guide to safe and effective care for solid organ transplant recipients worldwide. It includes coverage of the unique requirements of each organ transplanted, with separate chapters for heart, lung, kidney, liver, small intestine, and pancreas/islet cell transplantation. Other chapters cover important topics that affect all organs, such as immunology, infections, pharmaceutical agents, and patient education and discharge planning. The Core is an ideal review and study guide for the solid organ.
Core Curriculum for Critical Care Nursing - E-Book by JoAnn Grif Alspach,AACN Pdf
From the experts at the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), comes the definitive resource on administering quality nursing care to critically ill patients. The 6th edition has been updated to reflect the current state of critical care nursing practice and includes new content on the AACN Synergy Model, professional care and ethical practice, and critical care patients with special needs, as well as the most current literature and clinical studies. The clear and logical format makes this book an ideal study tool for critical care nursing orientation and continuing education programs. By covering the newest content on the CCRN exam, it also serves as an important resource for nurses preparing for critical care certification. Authored by the experts at the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses. Reflects the most recent blueprint of the CCRN examination. Content spans basic to advanced levels with an emphasis on nursing practice. Organized by body system and written in a concise outline format for ease of use. Coverage of the AACN Synergy Model is featured in the new opening chapter. Professional Care and Ethical Practice is integrated into the Core Curriculum series framework. A new chapter on Critical Care Patients with Special Needs includes bariatric and geriatric patients in critical care, as well as high-risk obstetric patients. Features new content on chest tubes, liver transplantation for acute liver failure, spirituality, and spiritual aspects of care. Integrates pain as the 5th vital sign and includes JCAHO, HCFA, and AHCPR guidelines relating to pain management. Features AHRQ evidence-based practice guidelines as reference sources for practice interventions. New organization for Patient Care presents patient problems, needs, etc. in order of clinical priority. Expanded Nursing Interventions includes considerations related to patient/family education, patient transfer, and discharge planning. Web-based resources for CDC, AHA, NINR, National Guideline Clearinghouse, NIH Consensus Conference Proceedings, ADA.
Organ Transplant, An Issue of Critical Care Nursing Clinics - E-Book by Darlene Lovasik Pdf
This issue of Critical Care Nursing Clinics, Guest Edited by Darlene Lovasik, RN, MN, CCRN, CNRN, will feature such article topics as: Evaluation and Work-up for Transplant; Basic Immunology; Pharmacology; Liver, Pancreas, Kidney Transplants; Living Donor Kideny, Liver Transplants; Heart, Lung, Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplants; Complications After Transplant ; Patient Education; Psychosocial Concerns; Ethical Issue; Financial/Operational Considerations; Organ Donation.
Ann B. Hamric, PhD, RN, FAAN,Charlene M. Hanson,Mary Fran Tracy,Eileen T. O'Grady, PhD, RN, ANP
Author : Ann B. Hamric, PhD, RN, FAAN,Charlene M. Hanson,Mary Fran Tracy,Eileen T. O'Grady, PhD, RN, ANP Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences Page : 754 pages File Size : 43,6 Mb Release : 2013-07-18 Category : Medical ISBN : 9781455739806
Advanced Practice Nursing by Ann B. Hamric, PhD, RN, FAAN,Charlene M. Hanson,Mary Fran Tracy,Eileen T. O'Grady, PhD, RN, ANP Pdf
Addressing all major advanced practice nursing competencies, roles, and issues, Advanced Practice Nursing: An Integrative Approach, 5th Edition provides a clear, comprehensive, and current introduction to APN today. It applies APN core competencies to the major APN roles - including the burgeoning Nurse Practitioner role - and covers topics ranging from the evolution of APN to evidence-based practice, leadership, ethical decision-making, and health policy. This edition includes a new chapter on the international development of APN, new and enhanced illustrations, and a colorful new reader-friendly format for improved readability. From internationally known APN experts Ann Hamric, Charlene Hanson, Mary Fran Tracy, and Eileen O'Grady, along with a host of internationally recognized APN contributors, Advanced Practice Nursing introduces you to APN and helps you identify an APN role, develop key competencies for that role, and succeed as an APN. Coverage of APN core competencies defines and describes all competencies, including direct clinical practice, guidance and coaching, consultation, evidence-based practice (EBP), leadership, collaboration, and ethical decision-making. Operationalizes and applies APN core competencies to the major APN specialties including the Clinical Nurse Specialist, the Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, the Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, the Certified Nurse-Midwife, and the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. Content on managing APN environments addresses such factors as business planning and reimbursement; marketing, negotiating, and contracting; regulatory, legal, and credentialing requirements; health policy issues; and nursing outcomes and performance improvement research. Unique Exemplar boxes provide real-life scenarios, showing APN competencies in action. In-depth discussions of educational strategies show how nurses develop competencies as they progress into advanced practice. Discussions of APN role development clearly explain the career trajectory that you can anticipate as you transition to advanced practice. EXPANDED international focus includes a NEW International Development of Advanced Practice Nursing chapter that addresses common issues such as the public image and status of APN, dealing with physician resistance, discrepancies in titling, and educational standardization. ENHANCED reader-friendly format includes more headings, tables, and illustrations in lieu of long stretches of unbroken text. REVISED Evidence-Based Practice chapter emphasizes the key competency of evidence-based practice (EBP) and includes a comprehensive history and explanation of the steps of the EBP process. UPDATED Health Policy chapter covers key U.S. initiatives affecting APN including the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, the Institute of Medicine's Future of Nursing report, the Consensus Model of APRN Regulation, and how APNs can engage in the political process. ENHANCED Exemplar boxes (case studies), including Day in the Life vignettes of each APN specialty, emphasize innovative practices and coverage of advanced practice roles. Increased interprofessional content emphasizes the subjects of ethics, collaboration, and consultation. Enhanced integration of Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) considerations and literature makes this text ideal for DNP programs.
Author : Linda D. Urden,Kathleen M. Stacy,Mary E. Lough Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences Page : 1139 pages File Size : 52,8 Mb Release : 2021-02-18 Category : Medical ISBN : 9780323694001
Critical Care Nursing - E-Book by Linda D. Urden,Kathleen M. Stacy,Mary E. Lough Pdf
Winner of the 2nd-place American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year award in emergency/critical care nursing for 2021! Prepare for success in today’s high acuity, progressive, and critical care settings! Critical Care Nursing: Diagnosis and Management, 9th Edition helps you understand and apply critical care nursing principles and concepts to clinical assessment, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic management. Known for its comprehensive coverage, this leading textbook uses a logical, body systems organization to address the care of patients with physiological alterations. New to this edition are illustrated Patient-Centered Critical Care features aimed at "humanizing the ICU" as well as Next Generation NCLEX® Exam–style case studies to help you further develop your clinical judgment skills and prepare for the latest nursing licensure exam. Also ideal for CCRN® and PCCN® exam preparation, this book is a one-stop resource on the concepts and skills required for critical care nursing! Time-tested, high-quality content addresses all aspects of today’s high acuity, progressive, and critical care nursing. Consistent organization within each body-system unit provides an efficient framework for learning, for CCRN® and PCCN® certification preparation, and for reference in clinical practice. Comprehensive, evidence-based content is highly referenced and includes internet resources for further research and study. Enhanced Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) integration links text content to QSEN competencies, through the addition of QSEN-related questions in case studies, QSEN-labeled features and boxes, QSEN content icons, and highlighted QSEN information.
Ann B. Hamric,Charlene M. Hanson,Mary Fran Tracy,Eileen T. O'Grady
Author : Ann B. Hamric,Charlene M. Hanson,Mary Fran Tracy,Eileen T. O'Grady Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences Page : 754 pages File Size : 41,7 Mb Release : 2013-07-01 Category : Medical ISBN : 9781455739790
Advanced Practice Nursing - E-Book by Ann B. Hamric,Charlene M. Hanson,Mary Fran Tracy,Eileen T. O'Grady Pdf
Addressing all major advanced practice nursing competencies, roles, and issues, Advanced Practice Nursing: An Integrative Approach, 5th Edition provides a clear, comprehensive, and current introduction to APN today. It applies APN core competencies to the major APN roles — including the burgeoning Nurse Practitioner role — and covers topics ranging from the evolution of APN to evidence-based practice, leadership, ethical decision-making, and health policy. This edition includes a new chapter on the international development of APN, new and enhanced illustrations, and a colorful new reader-friendly format for improved readability. From internationally known APN experts Ann Hamric, Charlene Hanson, Mary Fran Tracy, and Eileen O'Grady, along with a host of internationally recognized APN contributors, Advanced Practice Nursing introduces you to APN and helps you identify an APN role, develop key competencies for that role, and succeed as an APN. Coverage of APN core competencies defines and describes all competencies, including direct clinical practice, guidance and coaching, consultation, evidence-based practice (EBP), leadership, collaboration, and ethical decision-making. Operationalizes and applies APN core competencies to the major APN specialties including the Clinical Nurse Specialist, the Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, the Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, the Certified Nurse-Midwife, and the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. Content on managing APN environments addresses such factors as business planning and reimbursement; marketing, negotiating, and contracting; regulatory, legal, and credentialing requirements; health policy issues; and nursing outcomes and performance improvement research. Unique Exemplar boxes provide real-life scenarios, showing APN competencies in action. In-depth discussions of educational strategies show how nurses develop competencies as they progress into advanced practice. Discussions of APN role development clearly explain the career trajectory that you can anticipate as you transition to advanced practice.
Critical Care Nursing,Diagnosis and Management,7 by Linda Diann Urden,Kathleen M. Stacy,Mary E. Lough Pdf
Praised for its comprehensive coverage and clear organization, Critical Care Nursing: Diagnosis and Management is the go-to critical care nursing text for both practicing nurses and nursing students preparing for clinicals.
Author : Association of Nurses in AIDS Care Publisher : SAGE Page : 492 pages File Size : 44,8 Mb Release : 2003-05-20 Category : Medical ISBN : 0761925813
ANAC's Core Curriculum for HIV/AIDS Nursing by Association of Nurses in AIDS Care Pdf
Everything you need to know about dealing with HIV/AIDS in one concise volume ANAC's Core Curriculum for HIV/AIDS Nursing, New Century Edition CHIEF EDITOR Carl Kirton, MA, RN, ANP-CS ASSOCIATE EDITORS Christine A. Balt, MS, RN, CS, ACRN; Pamela J. Dole, Ed.D., MPH, MSN, FNP, ACRN; Brian K. Goodroad, Ph.D., RN, ANP, ACRN: Sandra Gracia Jones, Ph.D., ARNP, ACRN, C, CS; Elaine Gross RN, MS, CNS-C; and Barbara Swanson. DNSc, RN, ACRN Written by nurses for nurses, this thoroughly revised edition of ANAC's Core Curriculum for HIV/AIDS Nursing highlights the extraordinary improvements in clinical and symptom management in HIV/AIDS over the last 10 years. Containing not only the essential information that every practitioner needs to know (taking a medical and social history, physical examination, symptomatic conditions and management, laboratory and diagnostic evaluation), ANAC's Core Curriculum also covers specialized nursing information such as case management, ethical and legal concerns, infection control, and patient education. Essential for those new to HIV/AIDS care as well as a refresher for those with years of experience in infectious diseases, ANAC's Core Curriculum is a quick reference for clinical, symptomatic and psychosocial management of adults, adolescents, children, and infants at different stages of HIV/AIDS. ANAC's Core Curriculum presents key details of symptomatic conditions, AIDS indicator diseases, and comorbid complications. It also describes how to manage anorexia/weight loss, cognitive impairment, cough, dyspnea, dysphagia, oral lesions, fatigue, fever, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, sexual dysfunction, and vision loss. Most importantly, ANAC's Core Curriculum offers suggestions about how to help clients handle their own health, including preventing transmission, health care follow-up, managing anti-retroviral therapy, and improved adherence to prescribed regimes. Dispensing not only clinical help, ANAC's Core Curriculum details psychological assessment and deals with the psychosocial concerns of both clients and their significant others, including partners, spouses, families and friends. These important sections include information on how to help clients deal with the initial diagnosis, transitional issues (safer sex, depression), and coming to acceptance. Other important sections include discussions of the special needs of pediatric patients, including nutritional concerns, risks associated with treatments, and clinical problems such as developmental delay. ANAC's Core Curriculum also briefly covers special populations, such as commercial sex workers, health care workers, older adults, pregnant women, and incarcerated people. ANAC's Core Curriculum for HIV/AIDS Nursing, New Century Edition belongs in every nursing library and on the desk of every floor that deals with HIV/AIDS clients. Check it out today! An Official Publication of the Association of Nurses in AIDS Care (ANAC) Table of Contents HIV Infection, Transmission and Prevention Clinical Management of the HIV Infected Adolescent and Adult Symptomatic Conditions in Adolescents and Adults with Advancing Disease Symptomatic Conditions in Advanced Disease AIDS Indicator Diseases Comorbid Complications Symptom Management of the HIV Infected Adolescent and Adult Psychosocial Concerns of the HIV infected Adolescent and Adult and Their Significant Others Concerns of Special Populations Clinical Management of the HIV-Infected Infant and Child Symptomatic Conditions in Infants and Child with Advancing Disease Symptomatic Conditions in HIV Disease AIDS Defining Conditions in Children with HIV Infection Symptom Management of the HIV infected Infant and Child Psychosocial Concerns of the HIV infected Infant and Child and Their Significant Others Nursing Management Issues Appendices ISBN: 0-7619-2581-3 PUB DATE: Summer 2003 PAGES: 680 pages Paperback PRICE $59.95
Author : Mary Fran Tracy,Eileen T. O'Grady Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences Page : 696 pages File Size : 40,9 Mb Release : 2018-01-03 Category : Medical ISBN : 9780323447706
Hamric & Hanson's Advanced Practice Nursing - E-Book by Mary Fran Tracy,Eileen T. O'Grady Pdf
Edited and written by a Who’s Who of internationally known advanced practice nursing experts, Hamric and Hanson's Advanced Practice Nursing: An Integrative Approach, 6th Edition helps you develop an understanding of the various advanced practice registered nursing (APRN) roles. This bestselling textbook provides a clear, comprehensive, and contemporary introduction to advanced practice nursing today, addressing all major APRN competencies, roles, and issues. It covers topics ranging from the evolution of advanced practice nursing to evidence-based practice, leadership, ethical decision-making, and health policy. New to this edition is expanded coverage of interprofessional collaborative practice, updated coverage of APRN roles related to implementation of healthcare reform in the U.S., updated and expanded coverage of IOM and QSEN, a global focus on international advanced practice nursing, and much more! Coverage of all APN core competencies defines and describes all competencies, including direct clinical practice, guidance and coaching, consultation, evidence-based practice, leadership, collaboration, and ethical decision-making. Operationalizes and applies the APN core competencies to the major APN specialties including the Clinical Nurse Specialist, the Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, the Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, the Certified Nurse-Midwife, and the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. Content on managing APN environments addresses such factors as business planning and reimbursement; marketing, negotiating, and contracting; regulatory, legal, and credentialing requirements; health policy; and nursing outcomes and performance improvement research. UNIQUE! Exemplar boxes (case studies), including Day in the Life vignettes of each APN specialty, emphasize innovative practices and coverage of advanced practice roles. In-depth discussions of educational strategies for APN competency development show how nurses develop competencies as they progress into advanced practice. NEW and UNIQUE! Expanded coverage of interprofessional collaborative practice includes the latest Interprofessional Education Collaborative (IPEC) Core Competencies for Interprofessional Collaborative Practice. NEW! Updated coverage of APRN roles related to implementation of healthcare in the U.S. reflects current and anticipated changes in APRN roles related to healthcare reform. NEW! Coverage of IOM and QSEN has been updated and expanded. NEW! Refocused International Development of Advanced Practice Nursing chapter has been rewritten to be more global and inclusive in focus, to reflect the state of advanced practice nursing practice throughout all major regions of the world. NEW! Expanded content on the role of advanced practice nurses in teaching/education/mentoring and health policy related to the APRN role is featured in the 6th edition.
Textbook for the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner by Valerie J. Fuller, PhD, DNP, AGACNP-BC, FNP-BC, FNAP, FAANP,Paula S. McCauley, DNP, ACNP-BC, CMC, CSC, FAANP Pdf
"Nearly 100 expert authors who discuss the evidence-based gold standards for diagnostics and tests for optimal detection of multisystem disorders, patient management, and transitions of care. In these chapters, learners will gain greater understanding of the etiology and pathophysiology of acute and critical illnesses, and the latest in advanced pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic therapies... We congratulate the Editors and chapter authors for their efforts in developing a clearly outlined and accurate text for AGACNP use—truly the first of its kind." —April N. Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN Associate Dean for Clinical and Community Partnerships Vanderbilt University School of Nursing Professor of Nursing, Vanderbilt University School of Nursing 2021-2023 President, American Association of Nurse Practitioners —Ruth Kleinpell, PhD, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, MCCM Associate Dean for Clinical Scholarship, Vanderbilt University School of Nursing Professor of Nursing, Vanderbilt University School of Nursing 2017 President, Society of Critical Care Medicine Encompassing all of the knowledge required to fulfill AACN and NONPF competencies and scope of practice, this comprehensive, evidence-based text is the first written specifically for Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP students and practitioners. With contributions from over 100 respected practitioners in the field, it encompasses the most current information on the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of common conditions, and integrates advanced nursing practice competencies including leadership skills, understanding of complex health care systems, and interprofessional team practice. The text is organized by body system for ease of reference. Each chapter includes a review of the current standard of care for a particular topic, including assessment, differential diagnostic modalities, interprofessional collaboration, evidence-based treatment, and goals for transitions of care. Also covered are specific challenges and professional considerations in acute care. Clinical pearls and key takeaway boxes are woven throughout to underscore essential information. Special topics on palliative care, pain, and pain management are also covered. Instructor resources include PowerPoints and a test bank. Key Features: A comprehensive acute care textbook written by NPs for NPs Organized by body system for ease of reference Integrates advanced nursing practice competencies Promotes leadership skills, helps students to understand complex health care systems, and embodies core principles of interprofessional team practice Includes clinical pearls, key takeaway boxes, evidence-based practice resources Delivers robust teaching/learning package
Core Curriculum for Nephrology Nursing by Caroline Counts Pdf
The 7th edition of the Core Curriculum for Nephrology Nursing is a comprehensive, peer-reviewed resource that sets the standard for nephrology nursing clinical practice. The latest edition contains new information not published in previous editions of the Core.Features include new content to reflect current policy and terminology; impacts the everyday practice of nephrology nurses and APRNs, from novice to expert; contains more than 1,400 pages divided into two hardcover volumes written by health care professionals in nephrology nursing, nutrition, social work, pharmacology, and more; encompasses the individual's lifespan, from pediatric to older adult patient populations; provides nursing continuing professional development contact hours (CNS); and offers self-assessment questions, including answer keys and page references.Published by the American Nephrology Nurses Association, improving members' lives through education, advocacy, networking, and science.
Author : Jaime C. Paz,Michele P. West Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences Page : 561 pages File Size : 52,9 Mb Release : 2019-10-12 Category : Medical ISBN : 9780323639262
Acute Care Handbook for Physical Therapists E-Book by Jaime C. Paz,Michele P. West Pdf
NEW! Revised content throughout the text reflects the latest information on the complex and fast-paced acute care setting. NEW! Expanded chapters on outcome measures, mechanical circulatory support, and chest pain. NEW! Redesigned airway clearance chapter. NEW! Reformatted nervous system chapter to enhance clinical integration of content. NEW! Enhanced access to information on lines and tubes.
Primary Care of the Child With a Chronic Condition E-Book by Patricia Jackson Allen,Judith A. Vessey,Naomi Schapiro Pdf
Written by nurse practitioners for nurse practitioners, this one-of-a-kind resource provides the expert guidance you need to provide comprehensive primary care to children with special needs and their families. It addresses specific conditions that require alterations in standard primary care and offers practical advice on managing the major issues common to children with chronic conditions. A consistent format makes it easy to locate essential information on each condition. Plus, valuable resources help you manage the issues and gaps in health care coverage that may hinder quality care. This is the only book authored by Nurse Practitioners that focuses on managing the primary health care needs of children with chronic conditions. More than 60 expert contributors provide the most current information available on specific conditions. Comprehensive summary boxes at the end of all chronic conditions chapters provide at-a-glance access to key information. Resource lists at the end of each chronic condition chapter direct you to helpful websites, national organizations, and additional sources of information that you can share with parents and families. Updated references ensure you have access to the most current, evidence-based coverage of the latest research findings and management protocols. Four new chapters — Celiac Disease, Eating Disorders, Muscular Dystrophy, and Obesity — keep you up to date with the latest developments in treating these conditions. Autism content is updated with the latest research on autism spectrum disorders, including current methods of evaluation, identification, and management. Coverage of systems of care features new information on how to help families obtain high-quality and cost-effective coordinated services within our complex health care system. Easy-to-find boxes in the chronic conditions chapters summarize important information on treatment, associated problems, clinical manifestations, and differential diagnosis.
Nursing Care of the Pediatric Surgical Patient by Nancy Tkacz Browne Pdf
Published In Partnership With American Pediatric Surgical Nurses Association (APSNA), Nursing Care Of The Pediatric Surgical Patient, Third Edition Is The Must-Have Resource For All Healthcare Providers Involved In The Care Of The General Pediatric Surgical Patient. Representing The Educational Mission Of APSNA To Improve The Nursing Care Of Pediatric Surgical Patients, This Textbook Includes Information On Pre- And Post-Operative Care, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Innovative Therapies, Surgically Treated Congenital Anomalies, Pediatric Solid Tumors, And Care Of Tubes, Drains, Wounds, And Ostomies. This Text Teaches Readers How To Be Technologically Savvy, Clinically Competent, And Able To Tend To Emotional And Psychosocial Needs Of The Child And Family. Completely Updated And Revised, This New Edition Includes An Expanded Focus On Topics Such As Organ Transplantation, Pain, Bowel Management, And Fluid And Electrolytes.
Oxford Handbook of Renal Nursing by Althea Mahon,Karen Jenkins,Lisa Burnapp Pdf
This title is a concise, current, and evidence-based guide to the care of patients with renal disease. Its portable format will enable practitioners to keep it ready-to-hand as a quick and reliable practice reference tool in any clinical setting.