Fast Facts for the Nurse Preceptor, Second Edition, Ciocco Maggie
Автор: Marshall Brenda Название: Fast Facts for Managing Patients with a Psychiatric Disorder ISBN: 0826177743 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780826177742 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 4389.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: The first book to address the care of dual-diagnosis patients in non-psychiatric settings.Brimming with practical insights and strategies, this unique Fast Facts resource delivers concise, quick-access information about caring for patients with common physical complaints who also have a psychiatric diagnosis. It is the first book written for non-psychiatric nurses in multiple clinical settings to address the needs of patients with co-morbid diagnoses, and facilitates the integration of skills and strategies that support recovery for patients diagnosed with mental illness.Delivered in a convenient pocket-sized format, the guide delivers comprehensive information in easy-to-access short chapters, bulleted lists, tables, and figures, along with Fast Facts in a Nutshell boxes featuring key information. It covers the diagnoses of common psychiatric disorders and addresses the symptom alliance between various medical diagnoses and mental illness, and substance abuse and co-occurring mental disorders. Also included are strategies for establishing a therapeutic alliance with patients with psychiatric disorders and issues posing challenges for nurses in specific clinical settings. Additionally, the book explores the legal and ethical issues surrounding provision of care to patients with mental illness.Key Features:Delivers quick-access information about caring for patients with co-morbid diagnoses—the first book to do soWritten for non-psychiatric nurses in a variety of clinical settingsPresents key information in short chapters, bulleted content, lists, tables, and figures plus “Fast Facts” boxesCovers the diagnoses of common psychiatric disorders and de-stigmatizes patients with mental illnessProvides strategies for fostering successful nursing interventions
Описание: With essential information needed daily to provide optimal care to every patient, the guide condenses volumes of operating room content into one pocket-sized companion. The second edition of this nursing mentor—for novice perioperative nurses in orientation and their preceptors—is newly updated to reflect the 2017 AORN guidelines with current, evidence-based clinical practice knowledge in an easy-to-use format. A well-organized text with evidence-based directives on current perioperative standards, this handy resource covers patient safety, the surgical environment, critical thinking, immediate decision-making, and perioperative skills.Complex skills and techniques are broken down into a simple, easy-to-follow bulleted format encompassing all key knowledge areas for perioperative nurses. Each chapter introduces concepts and sets clear, learning objectives. The guide reinforces requisite knowledge with self-assessment questions, and the Fast Facts feature offers bite-size tips and tricks highlighted for easy access.New to the Second Edition:Fully updated in accordance with 2017 AORN GuidelinesHand hygieneMinimally invasive surgeryPatient information managementSurgical smoke safetySafe use of energy-generating devicesHypothermiaSterilization and Central Processing regarding Flexible Endoscopic ProcessingRobotic surgeryModerate sedation for RNsSurgical attireKey Features:Provides must-have OR information for new nurses and their preceptorsContains key knowledge on patient preparation, aseptic technique, surgical procedures, anesthesia considerations, and much morePublished in convenient pocket size for information at a moment’s noticeIncludes Fast-Facts-in-a-Nutshell feature reinforcing key orientation informationBased on the most up-to-date evidence in the literature
Описание: What type of schooling do I need to become a nurse practitioner? How do I choose the right clinical preceptor? How can I best prepare for my first year of practice? Written for those considering NP practice, current NP students, and newly certified NPs alike, this quick, easy-to-use manual covers everything there is to know about transitioning into the NP role and its rewards and challenges. Completely updated, this second edition provides several new chapters covering electronic health records, the impact of health care reform, promoting the NP role, and how to choose a doctoral program. All original chapters have been revised and/or expanded, and updated key points, tables and vignettes describe cutting-edge knowledge and skills that will help new NPs to excel.The only resource of its kind, the book guides the reader through the entire process from the decision to become an NP to selecting the right educational program to licensure. It discusses the contractual relationship with institutions, and related health providers, along with legal/malpractice issues. Current NPs offer words of wisdom on how to survive the first year of practice, and stories from the author and her colleagues provide an intimate look at everyday realities. Organized for easy access to information and filled with humour, the resource also contains learning objectives, plentiful checklists to facilitate important decision-making, charts, tables, and ""hot topics"" sections. ""Fast Facts in a Nutshell"" boxes highlight need-to-know information, and useful tips and resources address professional organizations, networks, scholarships, associations, and websites.New to the Second Edition:The do's and don'ts of electronic health recordsSurviving health care reform today and tomorrowMarketing the NP role to nursing, the employer, and the publicThe terminal degree in nursing: PhD, EdD, or DNP? Revised and/or expanded information in all chaptersUpdated key points, vignettes, and tables
Автор: Visser Lynn Sayre Msn Bs, Montejano Anna Sivo Dnp Msned Название: Fast Facts for the Triage Nurse, Second Edition: An Orientation and Care Guide ISBN: 0826148298 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780826148292 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 4389.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: 1st Edition Winner of the AJN Book of the Year Award for Emergency/Critical Care Nursing2nd Edition Accompanied by Provider Approved Contact Hours for Continuing EducationThis authoritative orientation guide for new and seasoned nurses, preceptors, educators, management teams, urgent care staff, pre-hospital personnel, and anyone working in the triage arena, presents essential information to access quickly and repeatedly. Patients rarely present to triage with a diagnosis, but rather convey a multitude of complaints, signs, and symptoms. It is the job of the triage nurse to identify serious “red flag” presentations hidden among all this information, all while delivering individualized care and juggling wait times in often over-crowded emergency departments.Fast Facts for the Triage Nurse, Second Edition retains its key focus on numerous aspects of triage for emergency department and urgent care settings, from orientation, to front-end processes, to clinical practice and nursing essentials. With real-life examples, chapters detail a multitude of clinical presentations and include procedures and protocols that the triage nurse implements in daily practice. This newly revised and updated edition covers how to build confidence in the triage role, accurately assess patient presentations, reduce personnel and hospital liability, increase patient and staff satisfaction, and, ultimately, deliver quality patient care that supports best outcomes.5 New Chapters in the Second Edition:Active Shooter/Active ViolenceEmergency Management for when Disaster StrikesTriage CompetencyPain ManagementEndocrine EmergenciesContinuing Education:Access first post-test to obtain provider approved contact hours NOWReceive email alerts when new continuing education opportunities become availableKey Features:Access rapidly “red flag” patient presentationsCovers essential clinical information in an easy-to-read formatFocuses on processes, patient and staff safety, legalities, documentation, and critical thinking at triageAddresses specific patient populations including pediatric, older adult, human trafficking, military personnel, and moreIncorporates invaluable practice tips for staff in emergency department and urgent care settingsOffers guidance from seasoned emergency department nurses and triage educators
Описание: Written for novice neonatal nurses and those new to the NICU, this concise, easy-to-use resource covers all the essentials of daily practice for the care of neonates and their families. Families experience dramatic transformations as roles develop and change during the newborn period. Throughout it all, they rely on the nurse's expertise, support, and encouragement to learn to care for their child and meet the newborn's most basic needs. Fast Facts for the Neonatal Nurse, Second Edition, begins with a streamlined yet comprehensive review of normal newborn characteristics. With this foundation, chapters walk through a variety of common and uncommon newborn physiological changes to enable the neonatal nurse to detect any possible complications that warrant additional assessment. This second edition provides more in-depth content on high-risk conditions to promote the safest high-quality care to the entire neonatal patient population. Grounded in evidence-based practice, all chapters in this edition have been updated with the newest neonatal interventions and protocols. New to the Second Edition: - Introduces a new "High Risk Care" feature specific to the needs of neonates with conditions that may warrant high risk or NICU settings - Contains THREE new chapters: - Introduction to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) - Management of Common NICU Complications - Neonatal Ethical Conflicts and Considerations Key Features: - Provides essential information for new neonatal nurses in a concise, consistent, easy-to-use format - Contains crucial knowledge for comprehensive, holistic care for both low-risk and high-risk neonates and their families in all settings - Presents only evidence-based practice recommendations - Includes Fast Facts Boxes containing key chapter takeaways and easy-to-read tables with lab values to reinforce information
Описание: Updated and revised to meet all current standards This is a concise step-by-step guide for novice nurse educators on the development of new programs and curricula or the revision of existing ones that meet the standards of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, the CNEA, the ACEN, and the CCNE. The second edition of this quick-access guide is updated to meet all new and revised standards for program approval and covers the full scope of the development process from conception through evaluation. The resource's thoughtful organization and bullet-point format enable users to access the information they need in seconds, and an abundance of updated examples clarify each step of the way. The book uses concepts and principles of Systems Theory to guide curriculum development and evaluation. It addresses the major components of the educator role: teaching, curriculum, developing a mission statement and program philosophy, selecting an organizational framework, using information technology, and evaluating both students and programs. It stresses use of evaluation procedures in which decisions are based on data. Each step of the process is organized into manageable parts that build upon each other, instilling the confidence and know-how to build quality programs. Chapters define key terms, summarize important points, and list resources for additional study. New to the Second Edition: Meets all of the new and revised standards for program approval according to the National State Boards of Nursing, the CNEA, the ACEN, and the CCNE Features updated examples demonstrating each step of the process Highlights collaborative curriculum development Includes New guidelines for each step of the process Introduces Career Ladder and Design Learning Discusses Educational/Competency Outcomes
Автор: Carpenter Dawn Название: Fast Facts for the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner ISBN: 082615204X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780826152046 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 5643.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Organised with a clinical system-based approach, this resource puts vital information at your fingertips with succinct, easy-to-read bullet points, diagrams, and formulas. Tables highlight diagnostic criteria and compare/contrast similar disorders and treatments along with commonly used medications, dosages, and infusions.
Описание: A pocket-sized resource that delivers current, evidence-based information in all the key areas of perioperative nursing with updated standards and techniques. Written in bulleted format with brief paragraphs, the guide provides quick access to essential information on basic preparation, safety guidelines, and day-to-day practice in the OR.
Описание: This bestselling resource has successfully prepared thousands of ER nurses to provide safe, effective, and high-quality care. This new edition presents the most current information on medications, street drugs, the opioid crisis, and intraosseous access. Chapters are filled with new case studies, updated photos, and time-tested tips.
Описание: Focuses on current, ICU-specific information needed daily by busy ICU nurses. This newly updated, quick-access guide for critical care nurses covers the most common admitting diagnoses and reviews their causes, signs and symptoms, and interventions. Critical care nursing requires astute assessment, adept communication, and the ability to multitask, as well as a high degree of adaptability. In the ICU, patient status and plan of care change constantly, presenting multifaceted problems for nurses and healthcare providers. This authoritative resource, replete with bulleted, bite-size content, provides information to the busy ICU nurse in a heartbeat. Fast Facts for the Critical Care Nurse, Second Edition has been updated with the most current evidence-based guidelines and standards. Now organized by body system, this reference presents the latest treatment modalities and provides quick access to lab values and hemodynamic parameters. Part I introduces the foundations of critical care. Part II progresses by body system to cover common procedures and interventions. Part III ends with Patient and Family Centered Care, discussing palliative directives and organ donation. New to the Second Edition: Seven completely new chapters Chapter reorganization by body system Updated to include newest treatment modalities Speedy access to lab values and hemodynamic parameters Normal lab values at chapter beginning for reader orientation Key Features: Provides quick access to essential information needed on a daily basis Includes Fast Facts boxes to help guide the reader Authored by a respected nurse leader, educator, and AACN/Wharton Executive Leadership Fellow
Описание: A quick-access format delivers the "big picture" from pre-op to extended recovery. This concise clinical guide provides cardiac care nurses with speedy access to information and guidelines they use daily. Heavily updated with the newest clinical practice information, the third edition emphasizes postoperative complications and the nursing interventions designed to prevent and treat them. It includes updated coverage of risk factors for stroke and congenital heart disease and discusses new antithrombotics and antiplatelet medications. Bulleted information, brief paragraphs, boxed indicators highlighting key information, and Fast Facts "Pearls" are included in each chapter. The book's consistent organization facilitates quick access to information on equipment, procedures, and pre- and post-op specialty care. Ideal for new graduates and nurses considering a switch to cardiac or critical care, this resource reinforces existing knowledge and provides a foundation for developing additional skills. New to the Third Edition: Encompasses the latest research and guidelines Emphasizes postoperative complications and care Discusses diagnostic testing, patient preparation for cardiac surgery, initial post-op complications, extended recovery complications, and stroke care Updated rehabilitation chapter includes important patient education content Educates readers about new antithrombotics and antiplatelet medications Offers new guidelines for use of ventricular assist devices Key Features: A handy pocket reference for new and experienced cardiac care nurses Organized for easy access to equipment, procedures, and pre- and post-op specialty care An overall focus on patient safety
" This resource] will direct school nurses to the answers for many questions and to wiser counsel when a dilemma seems unsolvable. It is authored by a school nurse of publicly acclaimed distinction who brings a lifetime of experience to these pages."
--Lucille A. Joel, EdD, RN, FAAN, Distinguished Professor, School of Nursing Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
This time-tested reference provides quick access to information busy school nurses need to practice competently and efficiently. Written for both new and experienced school nurses, it delivers consistently organized information in bulleted format. The third edition has been substantially revised with expanded coverage of first aid, depression screening, drug use, and adolescent sexuality.
Authored by a nurse with over 25 years of school nursing experience, this resource offers clear guidelines to a full range of daily tasks and nursing responsibilities. It provides clinical protocols for safe management of common childhood illnesses, accidents, and emergencies, along with advice on legal and ethical considerations, documentation, and high-risk areas of school nursing practice. Also covered are the delivery of culturally appropriate care, screening tools, wellness strategies, individualized healthcare plans, and childhood obesity. The guide is also useful as a supplemental text for certification exam study.
New to the Third Edition:
New information on adolescent sexuality and gender identity
Expanded coverage of first aid, including when to call 911
Depression screening, immigration laws, ethical dilemmas, and school shootings and gun control
Use of medical marijuana, OTC drug use and abuse, opioid addiction and overdose treatment, and vaping
Key Features:
Addresses the five content components included in the National Certification Examination for School Nurses
Covers guidelines, management protocols, and care plans for childhood disorders, accidents, and emergency situations
Prioritizes responsibilities with a handy month-by-month task calendar
Provides quick reference for health office setup, recommended immunizations, and national health observances
Presents a technology chapter with information on reporting, software, and confidentiality issues
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