Medical-Surgical Nursing Made Incredibly Easy!

The easy-to-relate-to guide that every medical-surgical nursing student and novice needs!Perform safe, accurate, up-to-date nursing protocols with this expert, colorfully-illustrated guidance Expert Data + Wise Insights, this essential, fully-updated book is your personal guide to assessing and treating the common disorders of each body system, with current best practices on:Understanding anatomy, etiology, and pathophysiologyTaking health historiesDoing physical assessmentsDiagnostic testing, including patient preparation and monitoringCurrent NANDA International nursing diagnosis guidelinesFull-color visuals + real-world guidance with colorfully illustrated, quick-read content offering step-by-step protocols for areas such as:Cancer, gerontology, and end-of-life careAdministering fluids and electrolytes; maintaining acid-base balancePain managementBlood transfusion reactionsUse of CT scans, MRIs, and x-rays for each body systemPreoperative careSurgical processesClassifying and treating heart failureTreating acute and chronic renal failureEasy-to-follow = Easy-to-remember with clinical tips and nuggets in each chapter offering real-world support:A closer look - Illustrations and charts that explain anatomy, physiology, and complex pathwaysEducation edge - Practical tips for patient teachingJust the facts - Brief outline of content at the start of every chapterWhat do I do? - Steps to take in emergency situationsWeighing the evidence - Current evidence-based practice pointersMemory jogger - Memory tricks that help you remember vital concepts and key treatmentsQuick quiz - End-of-chapter riddles and multiple-choice questions to help you retain vital content