A resource from the 5-Minute Consult series that focuses on neurological diseases and disorders, as well as key symptoms, signs, and tests. This latest update is based on the 2nd edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

5-Minute Neurology Consult provides instant access to comprehensive, clinically-oriented, must-have information on all disorders of the nervous system in the popular 5-Minute format.

Key Features

• Dozens of noted authorities provide tightly organized, practical guidance
• Each disease is covered in a consistent, easy-to-follow format which includes signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, medications, follow-up, diseases with similar characteristics, pregnancy, synonyms, and ICD coding
• Significantly revised and expanded coverage in areas such as stroke therapy, multiple sclerosis, neurogenetic disorders, and Lewy Body dementia
• Uniform Topic organization to facilitate quick reference
• Includes 1 calculator & 1 flowchart to assist in making clinical decisions

Make the most effective diagnostic and therapeutic decisions quickly and efficiently!

Find answers fast with The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult, 8th Edition, your go-to resource for the effective medical care of infants, children, and adolescents. Using the proven 5-Minute format, it provides rapid access to information on diagnosis, treatment, medications, follow-up, and associated factors for more than 500 diseases and conditions. The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult is designed to help you make quick, accurate decisions every day helping you save time and offer every patient the best possible care.

Key Features

• Get quick access to all-new topics, including Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, Vaccine Refusal, Zika Virus, Chikungunya Virus, Transgender Youth, and Follow-up of NICU Graduates.
• Reorganized and updated appendix includes unique identifiers for dozens of genetic conditions, associated inheritance patterns, specific gene(s) involved, mechanism of a disease, descriptions of the associated clinical findings, and a Glossary of Genetic Syndromes important for the care of children.
• Find the answers you need quickly thanks to an intuitive, at-a-glance format, with concise, bulleted text; ICD-10 codes; FAQs; and much more.
• Consult The 5-Minute Educator appendix for guidance in the clinical teaching and instruction of trainees at all levels so they can provide efficient, practical and accessible consultations in a busy clinical setting.
• Written by experts in the field of pediatrics and associated subspecialties and published by the leader in medical content

ABC of Dermatology is the bestselling, practical guide for anyone involved in clinical dermatology. This fully illustrated book helps readers identify, recognise, treat, and manage the common dermatological conditions encountered in daily practice.

The seventh edition has been revised and updated to incorporate current approaches to the management of skin disease, such as the use of new biological agents for treating inflammatory disease and tumours, and new chapters on cosmetic dermatology procedures, genital dermatology and cutting-edge advances in genetics and pathophysiology.

Presents a practical approach to clinical dermatology that relates skin changes to specific skin conditions and underlying pathology.
Summarises relevant pathological processes, diagnostic features, learning points, and treatment options for a range of conditions.
Offers hundreds of full-colour clinical photographs that illustrate manifestations of skin disease in a multitude of diverse skin tones and ethnic groups.
Covers a wide range of skin management treatments, from simple interventions to sophisticated immunotherapies.
Includes insights on the increasing use of teledermatology by remote doctors.
ABC of Dermatology is a must-have guide for GPs, junior doctors, medical students, and primary healthcare professionals.

ABC of Diabetes, 7th Edition, provides primary care practitioners with a practical guide to all aspects of diabetes including the aetiology, diagnosis and management of Types 1 and 2 diabetes, detection and prevention, and the organization of care and support.

New to this Edition

• Advances in diabetes care take place at a rapid rate and this new edition is updated throughout to cover the latest evidence-based information for contemporary practice.
• A new chapter describes the management of severe and complex obesity complicated by diabetes and the management of patients through bariatric surgery.
• It also covers the growing number of devices and digital technology, including health informatics, that can assist in diabetes care and provides evidence of their benefit.
• With more links to useful websites and resources online, it is now easier than ever to keep up-to-date with changes.

Key Features

• A comprehensive view of the practical issues relating to diagnosis and treatment of diabetes together with very practical advice on the management of its complications
• Covers the early recognition of diabetes and cardiovascular risk as well as preventing complications specific to diabetes
• Addresses the need to deliver diabetes care in a multidisciplinary setting, including the UK Quality and Outcomes Framework, and reflects the increasing emphasis on self-management and patient-centred care, particularly as it relates to lifestyle changes, glycaemic control and patient choice over treatment options
• Contains information on retinopathy, peripheral neuropathies, autonomic neuropathy, diabetic nephropathy, cardiovascular disease, pregnancy and many more
• Sections include Insulin treatment, Hypoglycemia, Diabetic ketoacidosis and management of diabetes during pregnancy
• Gives concise and clear explanations and full-color images

Advanced Paediatric Life Support: A Practical Approach to Emergencies is the internationally renowned manual on emergency paediatric care. Written to support the course run by the Advanced Life Support Group, uses their structured approach: a tried and tested practical method of treating children during the crucial first few hours of a life-threatening illness or injury. Advanced Paediatric Life Support is used by doctors, nurses and allied health professionals dealing with emergencies in children. Its clear layout and straightforward style make it a highly practical tool both for training and in the event of an emergency.

In the seventh edition you will find descriptions of both common and uncommon paediatric emergencies which you may encounter in clinical practice, their causes, and how to best treat them during the first hours after presentation.

This App offers a thoroughly evidence-based approach to its subject, which includes:

• The latest International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) 2021 guidelines
• A thorough introduction to the structured approach to paediatric emergencies, including important non-technical skills and communication
• Comprehensive explorations of the seriously ill child, including airway and breathing, circulation, decreased consciousness, seizures and exposure
• Practical discussions of the seriously injured child, including examinations of chest, abdominal, brain and spinal injuries
• Evidence-based life support treatment and the practical application of the Advanced Paediatric Life Support structured management
• Perfect for emergency care physicians, nurses and other allied health professionals, Advanced Paediatric Life Support: A Practical Approach to Emergencies will also benefit paediatric clinicians, doctors-in-training and anyone else with an interest in the team management and treatment of paediatric emergencies.

AHA Clinical Cardiac Consult is the perfect source of fast, reliable guidance on diagnosis and management of both common and rare cardiovascular problems. This latest update is based on the 3rd edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

Key Features

• It covers more than 170 problems, diseases, syndromes, and chief complaints in the popular, easy-to-read, which includes basic information, diagnosis, treatment, medication, follow-up, ICD-9 codes and patient teaching information
• Thoroughly updated edition includes additional topics covering exercise and the heart, coronary arteries from opposite sinus, and perioperative cardiac care for noncardiac surgery along with updated references
• Additional topics including exercise and the heart, coronary arteries from the opposite sinus, and perioperative cardiac care for noncardiac surgery
• AHA input ensures accuracy
• Alphabetical order of entries provides rapid access to information

Don’t stress over anatomy and physiology—mastering basic terms and concepts is a breeze with Anatomy and Physiology Made Incredibly Easy, 6th Edition. This clever, colorful, clearly written guide makes fundamental anatomy and physiology structures and functions approachable while delivering fun, friendly guidance to help you ensure success throughout your nursing career.

Filled with vibrant illustrations and labeled diagrams, this quick-reference text demonstrates how every major structure in the body interacts with the body’s systems and guides you through genetics, nutrition, reproduction, and more. Whether you’re a nursing student studying for the NCLEX®, a practicing nurse pursuing fast answers, or a healthcare practitioner or fitness professional in need of an A&P refresher, this easy-to-read, up-to-date 6th Edition makes essential information more accessible than ever.

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New to this edition:

• UPDATED! Revised art—including illustrations from Anatomy and Physiology Made Incredibly Visual, 2nd Edition—brings clinical material to life in vivid detail. UPDATED! Labeling ensures accurate identification and understanding of key structures.
• UPDATED! End-of-chapter quizzes familiarize you with the current NCLEX test plan.
• UPDATED! References reflect the latest and most trusted clinical perspectives.

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For more than 50 years ASHP has published the most trusted resource for injectable drug information. Our new ASHP® Injectable Drug Information™ now delivers the same high-quality content that you can expect from ASHP with even MORE of the information you need to make decisive patient care decisions.

ASHP® Injectable Drug Information™ 2024 content is interactive, mobile, and updated quarterly. Includes monographs to Extended Stability for Parenteral Drugs, forming a single, comprehensive resource on injectable drug information.

Backed by quality, peer-reviewed published literature and authored under the editorial authority of ASHP, it is a must-have resource for every pharmacy.

Key Features

• Quick data search for 358 drugs
• 417 monographs on parenteral drugs available in the United States and in other countries
• Monographs cross-referenced with American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (AHFS) Drug Information through AHFS classification numbers
• More than 500 revisions to existing monographs (affecting nearly 60% of the existing monographs) have been accomplished to update information on stability, compatibility, and safety (e.g., Food and Drug Administration [FDA] MedWatch alerts) and to provide more specific referencing of manufacturer information and other enhancements to the more than 24,100 compatibility pairs contained in ASHP® Injectable Drug Information™ 2024.
• How to prepare, store and administer drugs
• Information accumulated from 3,603 references
• Quick identification of drug compatibility with easy to understand icons
• Drugs listed alphabetically by generic name for efficient searching, with brand names also listed
• Tabulated results from primary research on the compatibility of the listed drug with infusion solutions and other drugs
• Four compatibility tables are provided for each drug: solution, additive, syringe, and Y-site
• Storage requirements and general stability information, including pH, freezing, exposure to light, sorption and filtration characteristics, and repackaging information
• Key product data including common sizes, strengths, volumes, and forms in which the drug is supplied. Also includes pH, osmotic value, and other important product information
• Parenteral Drugs by Caryn Bing and Anna Nowobilski-Vasilios. This extended stability information is specifically designed for use in home and other infusion practices

WHAT'S NEW
ASHP® Injectable Drug Information™ 2024 includes

• 18 new monographs, bringing the total in this edition to 417 monographs on parenteral drugs available in the United States and in other countries.
• More than 500 revisions to existing monographs (affecting nearly 60% of the existing monographs) have been accomplished to update information on stability, compatibility, and safety (e.g., Food and Drug Administration [FDA] MedWatch alerts) and to provide more specific referencing of manufacturer information and other enhancements to the more than 24,100 compatibility pairs
• The information cited throughout the text has been compiled from 3603 references, including 195 new to this edition. Because information from pharmaceutical manufacturers had not been uniquely cited until the 18th edition, the number of unique references supporting ASHP® Injectable Drug Information™ 2024 information actually greatly exceeds this number.
• While primary, peer-reviewed literature remains a major source of compatibility and stability information, ongoing efforts are underway to provide increased specificity of references to the pharmaceutics research of drug manufacturers. Other relevant information and pertinent study details supplied by corresponding authors of the published literature also have been incorporated when available.

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Skyscape Cardiology Constellation is a dynamic, customizable solution that seamlessly integrates the most popular, trusted resources and tools into one comprehensive suite for your mobile device.

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Get the vital basics of cardiovascular care, with the expert direction and clear-cut images of the freshly updated Cardiovascular Care Made Incredibly Visual! ™, 3rd Edition.

Let this colorful, down-to-earth text guide you smoothly through essential skills, concepts, and equipment how-to’s, including physical assessments, diagnostic tests, cardiac monitoring, and handling emergencies and complications. Get ready for success in both the classroom and with patient care; the clear explanations, Incredibly Visual ™ humor, and numerous illustrations make this the enjoyable way to learn positive, effective cardiac care.

Master the fundamental concepts, skills, and processes of cardiac care … NEW and updated guidance on the Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) algorithms, with step-by-step direction on handling emergency situations

NEW end-of-chapter selected readings that support evidence-based learning Hundreds of colorful images that bring complex cardiovascular care concepts to life —drawings, charts, photos, and diagrams explaining and reinforcing key cardiovascular concepts in easy-to-follow ways

Ideal reference and review for nursing students, new nurses, and other healthcare practitioners —detailed visuals and clear, concise explanations to help you master cardiovascular anatomy, and physiology and effective treatments and interventions Perfect for visual learners —numerous images that demonstrate skills and interventions in easy-to-follow ways, including:

• Essential cardiovascular anatomy and physiology
• Physical assessment techniques
• Diagnostic tests
• Common disorders
• ECG interpretation, including rhythm strip analysis, the 8-step method, and arrhythmias
• Cardiac monitoring methods, including handling monitor problems
• Hemodynamic monitoring
• Handling complications
• Treatments and interventions
• Emergency procedures
• Excellent teaching aid—visual, step-by-step instruction applied to real-life patient care scenarios, backed by expert clinical tips
• Perfect supplement to medical-surgical texts on cardiovascular care, clarifying complex concepts

Chapter features:

• Just the facts —quick summary of chapter content
• Vision Quest —End-of-Chapter games that help you match words, concepts, and photos to reinforce key learning points
• “Nurse Joy and Jake” —Practical advice and expert insights offered throughout
• Memory jogger —simple techniques for remembering vital information

CCM Certification Made Easy is your guide to passing the Certified Case Manager Exam

CCM Certification Made Easy was written specifically to help you pass the Certified Case Manager (CCM) exam, this extraordinary book is the ultimate resource for case managers preparing for examination. It has been created and organized based on the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) exam blueprint by a certified case manager, so readers can feel confident that they are studying pertinent material.

Many updates have been made to this edition. First and most importantly, it was updated to the most recent exam blueprint. Secondly, at the request of our fans, practice questions were added; both at the end of each domain taught as well as a complete 150 question practice test at the end of the book. Also added is a new first chapter to answer many of the questions received and to help you get off to a great start.

COMPREHENSIVE

• Each of the book’s chapters address one of the five knowledge domains covered on the exam. Each chapter is further broken down to cover each of the topics outlined in the exam blueprint. Each and every item on the exam blueprint has been addressed and explained in CCM Certification Made Easy. Relevant definitions from the CCM Glossary of Terms are included, as well as pertinent material from CCMC’s Definition and Philosophy of Case Management, and CCMC’s Code Of Professional Conduct for Case Managers.

CCM Certification Made Easy is not just another CCM Exam prep book, it is an indispensable tool for passing your CCM Exam. It does not waste your time with material irrelevant to the CCM Exam. This allows you to quickly and easily review for the exam. Written Specifically For the CCM Exam.

KEY FEATURES

• Includes a complete practice test with detailed explanations.
• Extensive research was conducted by Case Managers on each and every area the CCM Exam covers.
• Nothing is left out – we include clearly written summaries that educate you on every subdomain covered on the exam.
• Up to date – every area has been revisited for this updated edition to keep pace with the substantial changes in healthcare and the CCM Exam.
• CCM Certification Made Easy is your partner in passing the CCM Exam.
• This app is the ultimate resource for case managers preparing for the examination. It has been created and organized based on the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) exam blueprint by a Certified Case Manager, so readers can feel confident that they are studying pertinent material.

Each of the book’s chapters addresses one of the five knowledge domains covered on the exam:

• Care Delivery and Reimbursement Methods
• Psychosocial Concepts and Support Systems
• Quality and Outcomes Evaluation and Measurements
• Rehabilitation Concepts and Strategies
• Ethical, Legal, and Practice Standards

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• I just took the CCM exam, and received a preliminary pass. The only thing I did was read this book. I found this guide to be relevant to the exam, easy to read and understand, and a great refresher on a wide variety of case management topics. I would recommend this book to anyone looking to take the CCM. - M. Ricketts

A concise bedside resource covering the wide-ranging information you need to care for cardiology patients.

Essential for everyone from attending cardiologists and fellows to nurses, physician assistants, students, and trainees. The content spans both basic and advanced knowledge including:

• Principles of physical examination and symptom assessment
• Interpretation of EKG rhythms and invasive monitoring
• Cardiac medications
• Disease classification systems
• Evidence-based medicine including leading clinical trials underlying current treatment recommendations

Plus, you'll find innovative features such as:

• 60+ calculators for rapid analysis of data ranging from the simple (aortic valve area) to the complex (GRACE risk score, PE prediction)
• Cardiac Catheterization review info including coronary artery anatomy, catheter basics, and images of standard views with labels
• Details of 20+ classification systems in various areas ranging from simple (NYHA Class) to the complex (GCS, TIMI stable & unstable angina risk)
• Concise code blue algorithms, including medication doses and routes
• Basic echo review material, including normal values for valves and chambers, basic formulae, and images of standard views with labeled structures. Additionally, includes basics of scanning technique/sequencing and image interpretation for those nights on call when you’re the tech.
• EKG criteria in a concise, easy reference
• EP basics including a glossary of common terms and programming modalities, interrogation strategies and normal values
• General cardiology basics, including concise entries on common diagnoses, tips/structure to organize a clinical day on the wards or in the unit, and review of basic cardiac anatomy
• Medication information for cardiac drugs only, with doses/routes/indications/warnings, as well as basic physiology (including important concepts like adrenergic receptors and what they do)
• Interpretation of common values in the CCU, including PA catheter hemodynamics, oxygenation, and the basics of ventilator management
• Physical exam information, including analysis of murmurs, maneuvers, and common findings
• Pre-operative evaluation basics, including algorithms
• The rhythm analyzer – a searchable database of heart rhythms with definitions and clinical significance; can be narrowed by various features (QRS width, regularity, etc) to help you focus in on a diagnosis. Includes information on mechanisms of electrical initiation and conduction within the heart.
• Almost 20 risk calculators and assessment tools, for various conditions including MI, angina, PE, a-fib, CHF and for procedures such as PCI and CABG – and many others
• 100+ of the most important cardiology trials, summarized and categorized, with as much detail as you want. This information is the foundation of much of what we do in cardiology, and is fertile pimping material. No extraneous information – just what you need to know

CCU Guide is updated every 6 months with the most current information, including relevant trials and new drug information. An amazing value!

Certified Medical Surgical Nurse Certification Q&A Practice contains 300 practice questions and remediating rationales to help you prepare for your Certified Medical-Surgical Nurse or American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) medical-surgical nursing certification exam. It is based on the most recent exam blueprints from each certifying body and is organized by topic to help you identify your strengths and weaknesses. The questions are also organized into two timed practice exams to help simulate a true exam experience. For information on the exams and how to register, you can visit the Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board’s or ANCC’s websites for the most up-to-date details.

The content in this product was written and reviewed by a team of certified medical-surgical nurses. It is reviewed on a regular basis to ensure that the content remains current and reflects any changes on the exam.

Be sure to review the onboarding lessons for more information on the technical details of this application. Best of luck to you as you begin your journey preparing for your certification!

KEY FEATURES:

• 300 Practice Questions-Study by exam content area and identify your strengths and weaknesses to focus your studies.
• Two Full-Length Practice Tests-Simulate the test-taking environment with two 150-question, 3-hour timed tests. Mark questions to revisit later, pause, review, and finalize before submitting to get your score.
• High-quality, up-to-date content-Developed by medical-surgical nurses and based on the most recent exam blueprints from the medical-surgical nurse certification preparation and the ANCC.
• Study Plan-Use the structured study plan based on your personal exam date to break down your exam prep into digestible daily study tasks.
• Discussion Board-Connect with your nursing exam prep community to chat about your experience and get answers to questions you might have about the content.
• Game Center- Make studying fun by playing games and competing against your peers! Retain information and show off your skills by getting to the top of the leaderboard!

Written by residents and attendings at the world-renowned Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Anesthesia, Clinical Anesthesia Procedures of the Massachusetts General Hospital, Tenth Edition, offers current, comprehensive, and concise guidelines on all facets of anesthesia, perioperative care, critical care, and pain management. Emphasizing the clinical fundamentals necessary for patient safety and optimal outcomes, this trusted guide provides fast answers to the most frequent problems encountered in daily anesthetic practice, making it an invaluable resource for practicing anesthesiologists and residents as well as nurse anesthetist trainees and practitioners.

Focuses on the clinical fundamentals needed for the safe delivery of anesthesia and perioperative care in day-to-day practice.

Uses an easy-to-scan outline format that progresses intuitively from preoperative evaluation through administration of anesthesia to perioperative issues for each subject.

Updated and reorganized table of contents in addition to chapters on evaluating the patient, anesthesia for pediatric surgery and care of the neonate, non-operating room anesthesia and pain management.

Includes new chapters on the basics of echocardiography, anesthesia for orthopedic surgery, anesthesia for transplant surgery and vascular access. Features appendices covering drugs and intravenous antibiotics.

Make this concise Clinical Companion your go-to reference in the med-surg clinical setting! Now in full color, this condensed version of Ignatavicius: Medical-Surgical Nursing: Concepts for Interprofessional Collaborative Care, 11th Edition is an easy-to-use, A-to-Z guide to managing more than 250 medical-surgical conditions. Key nursing care concepts are used to help you organize your care based on each patient’s individual needs. Interprofessional collaborative care is emphasized, and updated content and exemplars are cross-referenced to the main text. An ideal study tool for course exams and the NCLEX® Exam, this convenient handbook is sure to become your most trusted clinical reference.

New to this edition:

• NEW! Updated content throughout reflects new national and international guidelines and protocols, and matches changes to the 11th edition of the Ignatavicius Medical-Surgical Nursing textbook for a seamless reference and study experience.
• NEW! Full-color illustrations and design make it easier to understand and apply content.
• NEW! Improved formatting promotes enhanced learning and reference value.
• UNIQUE! Patient-Centered Care boxes highlight nursing interventions specific to older adults, veterans, and gender health, as well as genetic/genomic, cultural, and NEW healthy equity considerations.

Key Features :

• UNIQUE! Professional Nursing and Health Concepts for Medical-Surgical Nursing section reflects the emphasis on Concepts in the Ignatavicius textbook and helps you build clinical judgment skills.
• A-Z synopses of more than 250 diseases and disorders — along with related interprofessional collaborative care — serve as a quick reference for clinicals and a study resource for essential medical-surgical content.
• UNIQUE! Nursing Safety Priorities boxes promote safety with Drug Alerts, Action Alerts, and Critical Rescue information.
• UNIQUE! Focus on interprofessional collaboration provides guidance for coordinating care with other healthcare professionals.
• Mobile app facilitates quick access to clinical information and just-in-time learning and reference on the job.

Designed for portability, this Clinical Companion provides at-a-glance access to key information on more than 200 medical-surgical conditions and procedures. Completely updated content mirrors the revisions in the 12th edition of Lewis’s Medical-Surgical Nursing: Assessment and Management of Clinical Problems. Organized alphabetically for quick reference, it includes a variety of full-color illustrations and summary tables, as well as a handy reference appendix with laboratory values, Spanish translations of key phrases, and other information commonly used in nursing practice.

Key Features

• Part One: Disorders offers practical information in a consistent format: Definitions and Descriptions, Pathophysiology, Clinical Manifestations, Complications, Diagnostic Studies, Interprofessional Care and Drug Therapy, and Nursing Management.
• Treatments and Procedures section summarizes need-to-know content about common medical-surgical treatments and procedures such as basic life support, enteral nutrition, and artificial airway management.
• Patient and caregiver teaching content is highlighted with a special icon to identify appropriate information to share with patients and caregivers about the care of various conditions.
• Cross-references to the main text direct you to more in-depth information.
• Handy reference appendix contains information frequently used in nursing practice, including laboratory values, commonly used formulas, Spanish translations of key phrases, and much more.

New to This Edition

• Updated content reflects the revisions and updates in the Lewis's Medical-Surgical Nursing, 12th Edition text.

Thoroughly updated and cross-referenced with Brunner & Suddarth’s Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing, 14th Edition, this alphabetically organized pocket guide provides rapid access to essential information on nearly 200 diseases and disorders you are likely to encounter in nursing practice.

Key Features

• Quickly access vital information for each disorder:
• Pathophysiology
• Clinical manifestations
• Assessment and diagnostic findings
• Medical, surgical, and pharmacologic management
• Nursing management according to the nursing process
• Confidently address priority care issues and potentially hazardous or life-threatening situations with clearly identified best practices and warnings.
• Easily reference gerontologic considerations and interventions related to the care of older adult patients.
• Review important lab values in the appendix.

With concise, full-color coverage of this rapidly enlarging field, Critical Care Handbook of the Massachusetts General Hospital, Seventh Edition, is your go-to guide for practical, complete, and current information on medical and surgical critical care. Edited by Drs. Edward A. Bittner, Lorenzo Berra, Peter J. Fagenholz, Jean Kwo, Jarone Lee, and Abraham Sonny, this user-friendly handbook is designed for rapid reference, providing reliable, hospital-tested protocols that reflect today's most advanced critical care practices. An at-a-glance outline format and portable app makes it an essential manual for medical students, residents with rotations in ICUs, and physicians and nurses who work in critical care.

Key Features :

• Reflects a multidisciplinary approach throughout, in a convenient size for on-the-go reference
• Contains well-written, comprehensive coverage of general principles, specific considerations such as ARDS, and health care services such as ICU handoffs and transitions
• Uses an efficient outline format with bolded key words and concepts
• Includes new chapters on critical care management of COVID-19, heart failure, and pulmonary hypertension
• Written by MGH attendings, fellows in critical care, nurses, and residents in anesthesia, critical care, and pain medicine, with input from surgery, pulmonary care, pediatrics, neurology, and pharmacy

App Features :

• Complete content with enhanced navigation
• Powerful search tools and smart navigation cross-links
• Cross-linking with Smartlink, references, and more for easy navigation
• History & Bookmarking feature to save your favorite content for future use

Feeling unsure about your critical care nursing skills? Time to gain some confident know-how, with the freshly updated Critical Care Nursing Made Incredibly Easy!®, 5th Edition.

This friendly, fully illustrated guide offers clear, concise direction on treating numerous acute and life-threatening issues. Absorb current best practices on critical care basics and specialized areas such as advanced life support measures, multisystem trauma, and treating specialized needs.

Let this expert review text guide you to exam and on-the-unit success:

• NEW end-of-book practice exam
• Expansive, systems-based review of acute care conditions for all body systems Guidance on treating multisystem disorders – burns, hyperthermia, hypothermia, hypovolemic shock, multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS), septic shock, trauma and more
• Expert guidance on nursing skills – blood and fluid replacement, rapid assessment and interventions, emergency measures, fluid replacement/resuscitation, drug therapy, pressure ulcer management, moderate sedation, CPR and emergency cardiac care, and more
• Numerous images and charts demonstrate clinical use of IV fluids, interpreting serum electrolyte test results, drug therapy for multisystem disorders, and more
• Step-by-step direction on performing blood transfusions with a guide to transfusion reactions
• Top-level instruction in areas including oncology, acute care surgery, drug overdose and poisoning, palliative care and pain management, nutrition, prevention and screening, professional roles and ethics, test-taking strategies
• Ideal review text for grasping the components required to master the CCRN certification exam
• Chapter features include:
  • Just the facts – a quick summary of content at the start of each chapter
  • Advice from experts – tips and tricks and key troubleshooting techniques
  • Take charge! – potentially lethal situations and steps to take when they occur
  • Handle with care – identifies concerns and actions related to elderly, pediatric, and bariatric patients
  • Weighing the evidence – highlights research that guides practice
  • Memory joggers – memory aids to help you grasp and remember difficult concepts
  • Certification tips – draws out the most important concepts from each chapter in relation to the CCRN exam
  • Quick quiz – end-of-chapter multiple choice questions, with answers and rationales
  • Practice makes perfect – extensive end-of-book practice exam to test knowledge in preparation for NCLEX and certification

The most focused, comprehensive, and easy-to-use PDA compatible tool, covering everything from syndromes and symptoms to diagnosis and treatment for all areas of cardiology.

This information-packed quick resource is perfect for busy clinicians who don't have the time to consult with large resources or online databases that are too comprehensive for their immediate treatment needs. Current Consult: Cardiology is designed to provide rapid, efficient access to the exact information you need when you only have a few minutes to review a topic. It is a single-source resource for use in the clinical setting. This latest update is based on the 1st edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates!

Key Features:

• The Differential Diagnosis section is a unique index and valuable feature that groups disease topics according to related signs, symptoms, and patient presentations.
• Offers differential diagnoses for patient evaluation, along with an immediate connection to the appropriate disorders.
• A-Z Diagnosis and Treatment section presents carefully selected information on cardiovascular topics.
• Perfect as a resource when a rapid review of practical points is needed
• Each disease entry in the A-Z section highlights
  • Key Features, including Essentials of Diagnosis
  • Clinical Presentation and Differential Diagnosis
  • Diagnostic Evaluation, including Imaging Studies
  • Ongoing Management, including Complications and Prognosis
  • Treatment, such as Medications, Therapeutic Procedures, and Surgery
• Useful and handy resource, providing the guidance that you need - when you need it - to enhance the care of your patients.

Practical, up-to-date, and ready-to-apply coverage of more than 1,000 diseases and disorders

CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment Obstetrics & Gynecology, Twelth Edition is a concise, yet comprehensive textbook on the medical and surgical management of obstetrics and gynecology. It succinctly covers more than 1,000 diseases and disorders, the latest screening guidelines, and underlying pathophysiology when relevant. The twelfth edition is enriched by contributions from more than 85 world-renowned contributors

KEY FEATURES

• The single-source OB/GYN resource acclaimed for its currency, comprehensiveness, and strong focus on the practical aspects of clinical diagnosis and patient management
• Expanded and extensively updated to reflect the latest research and advances ñ including the concepts of precision medicine
• Of value to medical students, residents, and practicing physicians who will find this an outstanding guide to the management of common and uncommon conditions
• Ready-to-apply coverage of more than 1,000 diseases and disorders
• Strikes the perfect balance between brevity and clinical necessity, delivering exactly the amount of information needed for quick diagnosis, effective treatment, and improved outcomes
• Strong emphasis on disease prevention and evidence-based medicine
• Hundreds anatomic drawings, image studies, diagrams, charts, and graphs
• Thoroughly reviews all of obstetrics and gynecology
• Focuses on the practical aspects of clinical diagnosis and patient management
• Covers pathophysiology when relevant to diagnosis and treatment
• Emphasizes disease prevention and evidence-based medicine
• Includes more than 500 anatomic drawings, image studies, and diagrams
• Completely updated to reflect the latest research and advances
• Consistent presentation includes Clinical Findings, Diagnosis, Treatment, and
• Complications and Prognosis
• Quick-access design facilitates use at the point of care
• Updated to include the latest screening and management guidelines

NEW TO THIS EDITION

NEW CHAPTER on Benign Disorders of the Uterine Corpus; Cardiac Disorders in Pregnancy and Pulmonary Disorders in Pregnancy are now two separate chapters for more detailed, focused coverage of these important topics

CURRENT Practice Guidelines in Primary Care 2024

The authoritative guidelines primary care clinicians need to diagnose and treat the most common outpatient conditions—compiled, distilled, and updated for easy referencing

Striking the perfect balance between brevity and clinical necessity, this acclaimed annual resource presents all the latest evidence-based guidelines clinicians need to treat the most common outpatient conditions. The most thorough print compendium of guidelines for primary care practice, the book features content drawn from government agencies, expert panels, medical specialty organizations, and other professional and scientific authorities.

CURRENT Practice Guidelines in Primary Care 2024 converts lengthy and cumbersome text into a practical, relevant collection of available options for busy clinicians. This go-to guide converts the tremendous amount of information on the web into a practical, relevant collection of usable data for busy clinicians. Each topic is carefully selected for relevance to the office practice of ambulatory medicine and the text is presented in a convenient, easy-to-navigate outline and tabular format.

• Content is drawn from a wide array of recommendations from government agencies, expert panels, medical specialty organizations, and other professional and scientific authorities
• NEW: Updates reflecting the review of more than 150 guidelines
• NEW: Updates to guidelines for screening/prevention of ASCVD; anxiety disorders in children, pediatric obesity, chronic pain, neonatal hyperbilirubinemia; and osteoarthritis
• NEW: Numerous topics have been added, including screening and prevention of eating disorders, COVID vaccination in pregnancy, prevention of pelvic floor dysfunction, management of chest pain, left ventricular thrombus, delirium
• Guideline Discordance tables highlight when major guidelines do not mirror each other
• Topics are carefully selected for relevance to the office practice of ambulatory medicine, and the text is enhanced by a convenient outline and tabular format
• Screening and prevention of conditions have been combined to enhance clinician use

SAFETY FIRST!
Davis’s Canadian Drug Guide for Nurses®, 19th Edition plus 2024 updates, delivers all of the information you need to administer medications safely across the lifespan—well-organized monographs for hundreds of generic and thousands of trade-name drugs—along with the Canadian-specific information you want.

NEW IN THIS UPDATE :

• NEW! Added 22 New Monographs.
• NEW! 415 updated Monographs.
• NEW! Added 2 New Indices – BEERS, REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy).

BONUS!
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One-year subscription to Davis’s Canadian Drug Guide for Nurses® via WebView - Skyscape's online tool. You’ll have access to over 1,100 monographs from your desktop, laptop, or any mobile device with a web browser.

LIFE-SAVING GUIDANCE…AT A GLANCE
Canadian-specific content 

• Full monographs on drugs approved for use in Canada that are not FDA-approved for use in the US.
• Additional Canadian trade names for many US-approved generic drugs; identified by a maple leaf icon.
• A summary of the similarities and differences between pharmaceutical practices in the US and Canada.
• Canadian Advisory Board of clinicians, educators, and students.

Highlights :

• Audio pronunciations for 1200+ generic drugs
• Over 700 built-in drug dosing calculation tools. Simply review a drug, calculate the dose and administer all in a single step without needing to switch to a separate drug dosing program.

Comprehensive coverage on over 1,400 drug monographs including more than:

• 5,000 trade and generic drugs as well as expanded coverage of herbal products
• 150 drug classifications, both therapeutic and pharmacologic (if available)
• 500 commonly used combination drugs, including the dosage amount of the active generic ingredient
• Most complete life-span drug dosing considerations for adult, pediatric, and geriatric patients

Completely updated with expanded coverage on vulnerable populations including:

• New indications and dosing recommendations for top 100 pediatric drugs
• Pediatric, geriatric, and OB medication administration considerations
• A complete immunization schedule
• Special techniques for administering medications to children
• Oral rehydration solutions
• Drugs and breast feeding
• List of drugs associated with increased number of falls in the elderly

More High Alert Coverage and Patient Safety Information than any other drug guide including:

• Special highlights to identify High Alert Medications with high risks for patient injury and information throughout the monograph that explain what the nurse can do to ensure patient safety
• "Do not confuse with" and "Do not crush, break, or chew" caution statements highlighted to support safe practice
• Information on how to prevent administration errors, detect dosing and dispensing errors, and detect or prevent adverse drug reactions (ADR)s.
• Explanations on how to administer medication safely by all routes – including signs and symptoms for toxicity and overdose, safe handling tips and how to educate patients for safe medication use in the home

Plus new integrated dosing calculators - Now, with over 700 built in weight-based drug dosing calculation tools, simply review a drug, calculate the dose and administer all in a single step.

With its unique focus on clinical judgment, Davis's Comprehensive Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests With Nursing Implications, 10th Edition provides interpretive guidance on the reasons for the studies and explains why they are important, and what it means for nurses and the care they provide to their patients. Tests and procedures are listed in alphabetical order by their complete name for quick reference. The integrated index allows fast searches by abbreviation, synonym, disease/disorder, specimen type, or test classification.

NEW TO THIS EDITION

• Updated! The most current information, terminology, and changes in health care and how the content relates to nurses
• New! “Core Lab Study” labels identifying 35 need-to-know, clinically significant laboratory studies that you will see frequently in practice
• New! “Clinical Judgment” statement at the end of every entry to help you recognize the value of nursing wisdom in relieving physical pain and the emotional distress associated with diagnoses and their related studies
• New! Current Trends in Health Care appendix with examples of approved and developing applications of technology specific to health

KEY FEATURES

• A focus on Clinical Judgment with “Nursing Implications, Nursing Process, Clinical Judgement” sections to draw attention to the clinical judgment aspect of care, plus a clinical judgment icon in each “Nursing Implications” section
• “Student Decision Making Model” to help learners visualize critical thinking and clinical judgment
• “Potential Nursing Problems” tables within many studies that present problems, signs and symptoms, and interventions related to the study ‘Common Use’ for each monograph to provide an at-a-glance description of what the test is for, presented in everyday language that patients will understand
• Monographs that focus on what you need to do before, during, and after each laboratory and diagnostic test, including…
  • *Patient teaching
  • *Detailed coverage of patient safety
  • *“Sensitivity to Social and Cultural Issues” and “Nutritional Considerations,” where appropriate Diagnostic imaging monographs with explanations of the reasons for the test results
• Pathophysiology information that explains why a lab test result is increased or decreased
• Reference Ranges that are expressed in both conventional and SI units (with the SI unit conversion factor) and include age- and gender-specific variations when indicated and normal variations due to cultural considerations
• Interfering Factors, including food, natural products, timing of test, handling of specimens, underlying patient conditions, and drugs that may interfere with the results of the test
• Unique coverage of laboratory and diagnostic tests for subspecialties, such as maternity, therapeutic drug monitoring, nutrition and sensory
• Cross referencing of related lab and diagnostic tests in every monograph

Everything you need to know about caring for patients—in a succinct easy-to-understand "must-have" guide! Put information on more than 240 diseases and disorders at your fingertips. Clear, comprehensive discussions of pathophysiology—with rationales in the test and intervention sections—help you deliver effective care with confidence.

KEY FEATURES

• Diagnosis Related Groups (DRGs) for each disorder
• The primary nursing diagnosis for each disease and disorder
• Diagnostic tables that make test results easy to reference
• The genetic basis of the diseases and disorders
• The physiology of the disorders and how it relates to risks and complications
• Collaborative and independent interventions
• Pharmacological tables that outline the dosages, mechanisms of action, and rationales for the drugs most commonly used for a disorder
• Separate headings for psychosocial issues
• Outlines for required documentation
• Home care and discharge guidelines and patient teaching checklists
• Evidence-based practice section
• Global health considerations that reflect issues that transcend national borders

NEW TO THIS EDITION

• REVISED & UPDATED! Up-to-date, must-know information on nearly 240 disorders that reflects advances in science and practice
• REVISED & UPDATED! Thoroughly reviewed coverage for each disorder, including causes • pertinent physical and psychosocial findings • primary nursing diagnoses • and collaborative and independent nursing interventions
• UPDATED! Diagnosis Related Groups (DRG) for each disorder, plus documentation information on average length of stay and home healthcare guidelines
• NEW! How to handle COVID/infectious diseases and pandemics in the sections on ‘Global Health Considerations’ and ‘Evidence-Based Practice and Health Policy’.
• NEW! ‘Health Disparities and Sexual and Gender Minority Health’ section with new considerations for LGBTQ+ community

REVIEWS See what students and practitioners are saying

• Nursing students must have. “If you’re in a nursing program, this book will help you tremendously! Some books are lengthy but this one will get right to the point and the info you need to be successful!”—Chris G.
• Most helpful HESI, ATI and NCLEX study material. “Best for studying and understanding content. A must-use when studying for standardized tests…and licensing exams such as the NCLEX.”—Chelle
• Wonderful reference book. “The quick reference nature of this book tells me what I need to know and do as a nurse in a matter of a few pages.”—Bran
• This is an awesome book for referencing diseases that are unknown and you... “just need some concise, organized and to-the-point information! Used it for nursing school and it is fantastic!”—Guy L.

SAFETY FIRST!

Davis’s Drug Guide for Nurses® (DrugGuide™), Nineteenth Edition, 2024 Update delivers all the information you need to administer medications safely across the lifespan—well-organized monographs for hundreds of generic and thousands of trade-name drugs. Includes one year of online access with WebView

HIGHLIGHTS

• Search the complete 5,000-drug database and appendices quickly and efficiently.
• Build your knowledge with extensively cross-referenced drugs.
• Keep up to date with FDA drug news.
• Audio pronunciations for almost 890 generic drugs
• Over 700 built-in drug dosing calculation tools. Simply review a drug, calculate the dose and administer all in a single step without needing to switch to a separate drug dosing program.

Comprehensive coverage on over 1,400 drug monographs including more than:

• 5,000 trade and generic drugs as well as expanded coverage of herbal products
• 150 drug classifications, both therapeutic and pharmacologic (if available)
• 500 commonly used combination drugs, including the dosage amount of the active generic ingredient
• Most complete life-span drug dosing considerations for adult, pediatric, and geriatric patients

LIFE-SAVING GUIDANCE ... AT A GLANCE

• New! The AGS Beers Criteria for Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults

#1 Drug Guide for patient safety - More High Alert Coverage and Patient Safety Information than any other drug guide including:

• Special highlights to identify High Alert Medications with high risks for patient injury and information throughout the monograph that explain what the nurse can do to ensure patient safety
• "Do not confuse with" and "Do not crush, break, or chew" caution statements highlighted to support safe practice
• Information on how to prevent administration errors, detect dosing and dispensing errors, and detect or prevent adverse drug reactions (ADR)s.
• Explanations on how to administer medication safely by all routes – including signs and symptoms for toxicity and overdose, safe handling tips and how to educate patients for safe medication use in the home
• High alert medications - in-depth high alert and patient safety coverage
• Red, capitalized letters for life-threatening side effects
• REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies) icon
• Drug-drug, drug-food, drug-natural product interactions
• Special considerations for patient populations.
• Geri heading identifies special concerns for older adults.
• OB and Lact headings highlight information for pregnant and breastfeeding patients.
• Pedi heading identifies concerns for children.
• Rep heading identifies considerations for patients of reproductive age.
• IV Administration subheads
• Pharmacogenomic content
• Canadian-specific content
• In-depth guidance for patient and family teaching
• NDC (National Drug Code) for 1300+ Monographs.

Expanded coverage on vulnerable populations including:

• Indications and dosing recommendations for top 100 pediatric drugs
• Pediatric, geriatric, and OB medication administration considerations
• A complete immunization schedule
• Special techniques for administering medications to children
• Oral rehydration solutions
• Drugs and breast feeding
• List of drugs associated with increased number of falls in the elderly

Rely on this invaluable resource for both the common and critical clinical procedures that nurses perform everyday... in every care setting.

Davis's Guide to Clinical Nursing Skills provides step-by-step directions for performing each procedure, with rationales for every nursing action, so you know not only what to do but why you’re doing it!

Key Features

• A complete unit on physical assessment procedures, with more detailed coverage than any other resource on clinical procedures.
• Includes more than 100 full-color illustrations.
• A “Special Considerations” section in each procedure that describes the needs of pediatric, geriatric, obstetrical, and home health clients.
• Specific guidelines for documenting the nursing care delivered for each procedure - important information for today’s increasingly complex healthcare environment.
• Client teaching procedures insure that you know what your clients need to know.

Thoroughly updated and revised to reflect the newest Test Plan. This latest update is based on the 3rd edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

Davis's NCLEX-RN® Success, includes 1,000 brand-new questions, comprising overall 3,500 questions.

Key Features

• Presents comprehensive, but concise, well illustrated, content reviews
• Offers test-taking tips for all questions as well as rationales for correct and incorrect answers
• Physiological Integrity includes herbal meds and a section on drug calculations/conversions
• Codes all answers by clinical area
  • cognitive area
  • nursing process step
  • category of human function and
  • client need
• New systems-based approach for Pediatrics and Med/Surg
• New organization for OB—intrapartal , postpartal and newborn
• Psych organized by DSM categories
• More alternate-item-format questions
• New second color for easier reference
• New appendices offer a guide to content focused on the reduction of risk potential, and expanded information on complementary and alternative therapies
• Updated CPR guidelines
• Thousands of practice questions, including the integrated pretest, two integrated post-tests, content reviews
• Updated management of care section, including
  • delegation
  • establishing priorities
  • HIPPA rules
  • emergency response plan, including fire safety and preparedness
• Includes 5 interactive flowcharts which assist in making clinical decisions
• Brand-new appendices added...
  • Index to all diagnostic procedures and tests
  • Index of questions related to the six NCLEX descriptors or client sub-needs
  • Index of detailed content covered in the official NCLEX-RN® Test Plan
• Updated information on Older Adult, Infection Control, Bioterrorism and associated syndromes
• Comprehensive, illustrated review of nursing content with many illustrations, charts, and visual cues in med-surg, elderly, OB, pediatric, psych, nutrition, pharmacology, diagnostic procedures, nursing treatments, ethical/legal issues, management of care, prioritization, and safety and infection control
• The only review reference with critical pathways in OB, peds, psych, and med-surg
• A straightforward, step-by-step review process: pretest, content reviews of most frequently tested areas, practice test, and final test
• A special unit addressing the needs of international nurses and repeat test-takers is included
• Extensive appendices, including indexes of all questions in the reference by client need categories, subcategories, nursing process step, and areas of human function; plus Appendix C covers all the theory directly based on categories and subcategories covered in the official NCLEX-RN® test plan

Fully addressing the changes implemented in the new NCLEX-PN® Test plan, and with additional content review and more than 3000 questions, this invaluable tool addresses every client need category and subcategory on the 2005 Test Plan.

This resource's purposes are to provide the candidate for practical/vocational nurse licensure with a concise review of the information necessary to pass the NCLEX-PN licensing examination and to assist the candidate to apply this information in simulated clinical situations by using effective test-taking skills.Strikes the right balance between content review outlines and questions and integrated tests.

Key Features

• Fully integrates the 2005 NCLEX-PN® Test Plan.
• Introduction contains information about the new test plan and alternative item format questions, and offers study and test-taking tips.
• New and updated information on Gerontological Nursing, Pharmacology, Nutrition and Diet Therapy, and Leadership/Management/Delegation.
• Newly added tables summarizes Cultural Considerations for Client Care and other updated content review for Maternal, Peds, Med-Surg, Psych, and Procedures sections.
• More than 300 alternate item format questions integrated.
• Includes four integrated tests, each containing 205 questions - the maximum number on the NCLEX-PN® itself!
• Provides basic information on the development, administration, and scoring of the NCLEX-PN and how to prepare for and take the examination.
• Includes reviews of maternity nursing, pediatric nursing, medical-surgical nursing, gerontological nursing, and psychiatric-mental health nursing.
• Thousands of individual questions with no duplication!
• Strikes the right balance between content review outlines and questions and integrated tests.
• Answer statements include rationales for the correct and incorrect choices, nursing process step, integrated processes, and client need category.

Dorland's (formerly Jablonski's) Dictionary of Medical Acronyms and Abbreviations, 7th Edition - Medical acronyms and abbreviations offer convenience, but those countless shortcuts can often be confusing. Now a part of the popular Dorland’s suite of products, this reference features thousands of terms from across various medical specialties. Its alphabetical arrangement makes for quick reference, and expanded coverage of symbols ensures they are easier to find. Effective communication plays an important role in all medical settings, so turn to this trusted volume for nearly any medical abbreviation you might encounter.

Key Features

• More than 90,000 entries and definitions.
• Many new and updated entries including terminology in expanding specialties, such as Nursing; Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapies; Transcription and Coding; Computer and Technical Fields.
• New section on abbreviations to avoid, including Joint Commission abbreviations that are not to be used.
• Incorporates updates suggested by the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP).

Calculate correct dosages with safety and confidence, with the easy-to-follow nursing expertise of Dosage Calculations Made Incredibly Easy! 5th edition. This fully illustrated guide offers the complete how-to on calculating dosages for all drug forms and administration routes, with numerous practice exercises and seasoned guidance on interpreting drug orders accurately. Understand class materials more fully, get ready for the NCLEX or certification exam, or refresh your calculation skills with this enjoyable, colorful text.

Your Incredible Easy editors know from experience that learning the basics isn't always easy so you'll find full coverage of topics including:

• math basics such as fractions, decimals, and percentages
• measurement systems and conversions
• calculating oral, topical, liquid, and rectal drug dosages
• calculating parenteral injections and IV infusions
• calculating pediatric, obstetric, and critical care dosages
• recording drug administration

An easy-reference format with clearly worded, bulleted content demonstrated with numerous photos, illustrations, and diagrams will give you step-by-step direction on:

• calculating dosages of all kinds o starting an infusion, including IV guidelines
• choosing administration equipment
• dealing with poor handwriting
• understanding medication labels and drug abbreviations
• avoiding common drug errors

Plus, you'll get all of the learning aids, tips, and tricks that nurses have come to expect from the books in the Incredibly Easy series:

• Full-color inserts include: improving patient safety by using infusion devices; the anatomy of a medication label
• Appendices include: multiple choice Q&A; drug therapy conversions chart; dosage calculation formulas table; glossary with key terms and definitions
• Before you give that drug! – Crucial advice on avoiding medication errors
• Advice from the experts – Tips on ensuring accurate dosages
• For math phobics only – Hints, tips, and drawings to help you dissolve math obstacles
• Dosage drill - Real-life clinical dosage situations to practice your calculation skills on
• Memory jogger - Fortifies content with easy-to-remember tips and formulas
• Quick quiz - Questions with answers/explanations at end of every chapter to help you remember vital points

DrDrugs®: Drug Guide for Physicians, 19th Edition, sets new standards for drug references by increasing its focus on safe practice and effective patient care. Now, in addition to providing the most comprehensive, up-to-date and practical drug information, DrDrugs includes over 700 built in drug dosing calculation tools. Simply review a drug, calculate the dose and administer all in a single step without needing to switch to a separate drug dosing program. This update comes with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.
One of the main highlights of 19th edition is that it provides audio pronunciations for 1200+ generic drugs.

NEW IN THIS UPDATE :

• NEW! Added NDC (National Drug Code) for 1300+ Monographs.
• NEW! Added 22 New Monographs.
• NEW! 415 updated Monographs.
• NEW! Added 3 New Indices – BEERS, REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy), NDC.

Comprehensive coverage on over 1,400 drug monographs including more than:

• 5,000 trade and generic drugs as well as expanded coverage of herbal products
• 150 drug classifications, both therapeutic and pharmacologic (if available)
• 500 commonly used combination drugs, including the dosage amount of the active generic ingredient
• Most complete life-span drug dosing considerations for adult, pediatric, and geriatric patients

Completely updated with expanded coverage on vulnerable populations including:

• New indications and dosing recommendations for top 100 pediatric drugs
• Pediatric, geriatric, and OB medication administration considerations
• A complete immunization schedule
• Special techniques for administering medications to children
• Oral rehydration solutions
• Drugs and breast feeding
• List of drugs associated with increased number of falls in the elderly

More High Alert Coverage and Patient Safety Information than any other drug guide including:

• Special highlights to identify High Alert Medications with high risks for patient injury and information throughout the monograph that explain what the physician can do to ensure patient safety
• "Do not confuse with" and "Do not crush, break, or chew" caution statements highlighted to support safe practice
• Information on how to prevent administration errors, detect dosing and dispensing errors, and detect or prevent adverse drug reactions (ADR)s.
• Explanations on how to administer medication safely by all routes – including signs and symptoms for toxicity and overdose, safe handling tips and how to educate patients for safe medication use in the home

Plus new integrated dosing calculators - Now, with over 700 built in weight-based drug dosing calculation tools, simply review a drug, calculate the dose and administer all in a single step, without needing to switch to a separate drug dosing program.

Selected as a Doody's Core Title for 2022 & 2023!

Essential for ob/gyn physicians, primary care physicians, and any health care provider working with pregnant or postpartum women, Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation: A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk, 12th Edition, puts must-know information at your fingertips in seconds. An easy A-to-Z format lists more than 1,400 of the most commonly prescribed drugs taken during pregnancy and lactation, with detailed monographs designed to provide the most essential information on possible effects on the mother, embryo, fetus, and nursing infant.

KEY FEATURES
Each templated monograph includes:

• Generic US name (trade names in index)
• Risk factors
• Pharmacologic class
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding recommendations
• Pregnancy, fetal risk, and breastfeeding summaries
• Updated references

NEW TO THIS EDITION :

• 100 new drugs, with thorough updates of all existing drugs
• Subheadings with each review for faster reference
• List of cross-referenced combination drugs
• List of drugs contraindicated in breastfeeding women
• List of drugs contraindicated in pregnancy
• List of drugs that affect human development
• Greatly improved App searchability

ECG Interpretation Made Incredibly Easy!®, 7th Edition - Offering expert direction, this freshly updated, fully illustrated guide is packed with images and learning aids that support your understanding and retention in obtaining and interpreting rhythm strips. Recognize and treat a wide variety of arrhythmias with this vital text — an ideal study aid and friendly on-the-unit support for both students and practicing nurses.

Get skilled and confident in rhythm strip interpretation and treating arrythmias:

• NEW and updated content in a quick-read, bulleted format that makes it easy to spot important points at a glance
• Dozens of colorful diagrams and illustrations that outline core terms and concepts, with easy-to-retain definitions of key terms
• Colorful illustrations that demonstrate key concepts
• Sidebars that highlight key facts about ECG interpretation
• Expert guidance on obtaining and interpreting 12-lead ECGs and ACLS algorithms
• ECG basics – the fundamentals of cardiac anatomy and physiology, and of obtaining and interpreting a rhythm strip
• Expert direction on how to recognize arrhythmias – sinus node, atrial, junctional arrhythmias, ventricular arrhythmias, and atrioventricular blocks
• Seasoned nursing insight on treating arrhythmias – pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatments

Chapter features include:

• Just the facts – a quick summary of content at the start of each chapter
• “Nurse Joy and Jake” – offer expert insights, important care reminders and reassurance throughout
• Now I get it! – illustrations and flowcharts that explain difficult concepts
• Don’t skip this strip – identifies the arrhythmias that have the most serious consequences
• Ages and stages – age-related changes and how they affect a patient’s health
• Mixed signals – insights on solving common problems in ECG monitoring and interpretation
• Memory joggers – memory aids to help you grasp and remember difficult concepts
• I can’t waste time – key points you need to know for conditions that require quick identification and treatment
• That’s a wrap – quick end-of-chapter review of chapter content
• Quick quiz – end-of-chapter, multiple-choice questions that help you retain knowledge

A resource that provides information for visual learners with easy to learn and recall visual images that leave a lasting impression. This latest update is based on the 1st edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

ECG Interpretation: An incredibly Visual! Pocket Guide, presents the basics of interpreting various rhythm types such as sinus, atrial, junctional, ventricular and AV blocks as well as includes must-know information on ECG changes in specific cardiac disorders such as myocardial infarction, in electrolyte imbalances, and with a pacemaker.

Key Features

• Concise, clearly written text with easy to understand explanations
• Includes visually stunning 4-color photographs and illustrations throughout
• Highlights interpretation tips and life-threatening arrhythmias throughout

A Davis’s Notes title!

The pocket guide that covers it all—basics, 12-lead, ACLS, meds, and CPR for adults and children! A quick look-up reference for ECG interpretation and management! This indispensable pocket guide presents the basics (anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system, electrical conduction system of the heart, basic ECG concepts and components,) ACLS and CPR algorithms, emergency medications, and comprehensive information on monitoring leads and interpretation of over 100 ECG strips, including 12-lead and pacemaker rhythms.

KEY FEATURES

• Compact rhythm analysis guide with 125 ECG rhythm strips
• Complete coverage—basics, ECG (including 3- and 12-lead) ACLS, PALS, meds, and CPR
• CPR algorithms in tabular format
• Test Yourself ECG strips feature over 30 real-life arrhythmias
• Clinical Tips throughout
• PALS tab (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• Peds coverage throughout…
• Meds—Doses where applicable
• Skills—Defibrillation, automated defibrillation (AED), and cardioversion
• Basics—Normal vital signs values

NEW TO THIS EDITION

• Updated & Expanded! Incorporating advances in science and clinical practice, including the American Heart Association’s 2020 CPR, ACLS, and PALS guidelines
• Expanded! “Clinical Tips” and coverage of rhythm analysis
• New! Summary table, “Identifying Features of Arrhythmias”
• New sections! Six Easy Steps in Analyzing ECG Strips and ECG Monitoring
• Expanded! The 12-Lead tab with more in-depth information about analyzing a 12-lead ECG

See what practitioners and students are saying about the previous edition…

• Worth every penny!! “Bought this to keep in my lab coat to help me interpret ECGs. It is absolutely perfect. Has several different rhythms and 50 practice questions. Wish I bought it sooner.”—Online Reviewer
• If you are trying to learn EKG, this is a must have!! “Really convenient tool to learn from. Easy to navigate.”—Emily, L., Online Reviewer
• Great for nursing students and RNs. “As a nurse educator (and earlier a staff RN) I made these required reading for my students, plus it's useful well beyond graduation.”—Barbara R., Online Reviewer
• Perfect Pocket reference. “For those of us that don't always remember every detail of EKGs, and need some help on the fly, this is perfect. I can carry it with me for reference whenever I need. I have already recommended it to many of my colleagues.”—Online Reviewer

Find the essential information you need to safely administer more than 400 intravenous drugs! For nearly 50 years, Elsevier’s Intravenous Medications: A Handbook for Nurses and Health Professionals has been a trusted resource for complete, accurate drug information in a concise, quick-access format. New to the 2024 edition are 8 monographs of the most recent IV drugs to be approved by the FDA, in addition to updated drug uses, interactions, precautions, alerts, and patient teaching instructions for all current IV drugs. Known as the #1 IV drug handbook on the market, this annual publication is ideal for use in critical care areas, at the nursing station, in the office, and in public health and home care settings.

KEY FEATURES

• Detailed monographs on more than 400 IV drugs provide an impressive breadth of coverage that goes well beyond any comparable drug reference.
• Individual monographs include the drug name, phonetic pronunciation, usual dose, dilution, compatibility, rate of administration, actions, indications and uses, contraindications, precautions, interactions, side effects, antidote, and more.
• Additional drug monographs are provided on the Evolve website.
• Highlighted Black Box Warnings make it easy to locate information on medications with serious safety risks.
• Blue-screened text calls attention to special circumstances not covered by Black Box Warnings.
• Dosage and dilution charts within monographs provide quick summaries of essential clinical information.
• Life-stage dosage variances are highlighted for geriatric, pediatric, infant, and neonatal patients.
• Convenient, A-to-Z format organizes all drug monographs by generic name, allowing you to find any drug in seconds.

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• Spanish-English English-Spanish Medical Dictionary
• English & Spanish Medical Words & Phrases

This user-friendly reference assists in the initial evaluation and treatment of the most frequently encountered problems in emergency medicine, both common and potentially life-threatening. Get instant access to 97 of the most common or important emergency medicine problems experienced by adult, pediatric, and geriatric populations. Each section includes the presenting problem, immediate questions, differential diagnosis, laboratory and diagnostic data, and treatment plan. Additional sections such as toxicologic emergencies, laboratory diagnosis, procedures, blood component therapy, and commonly used medications are also included and enhance the reference value as a single-source reference.

Key Features:

• Logically organized, quick-access reference to the evaluation and management of problems encountered in the emergency department setting - essential information is located immediately and provides a complete picture of the initial evaluation and treatment of specific problems
• Problem-oriented approach to the information is uniquely suited to the way in which emergency medicine is taught and practiced
• Differential diagnosis, key laboratoy and diagnostic tests, and treatment plans for 97 of the most common problems that present in the emergency department
• Information on laboratory and diagnostic tests, procedures, and commonly used medications - highlight important information in the management of the medical patient

The Manchester Triage System (MTS) is the most widely used triage system in the UK, Europe and Australia, with tens of millions of patients being processed through hospital emergency departments. It is also used in hospitals throughout Brazil.
Emergency Triage,3rd Edition contains all the information necessary for an MTS user: as such, it is an essential text for all emergency department staff, in particular triage nurses. The book is both a training tool and a reference for daily use in the Emergency Department and prehospital settings.

Key Features

• Well-organized and well-written
• Updated evidence-based concepts of triage for modern emergency departments
• New charts for abuse and neglect in childhood, unwell newborn, unwell baby
• A new approach to fever in childhood
• An introduction to telephone triage and advice

This edition features revised protocols that reflect new approaches to prioritisation, with accompanying revised flowcharts - the core part of the book.

EMS Notes: EMT & Paramedic Field Guide delivers all of the essential facts and clinical information EMTs and paramedics need in the field and in the ED. This latest update, created in partnership with F. A. Davis Company, comes with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

From common medications and the interpretation of 12-lead ECGs to current algorithms and procedures, you'll find the answers to the questions that arise everyday, organized in 8 convenient sections.

Key Features

• Contains all the facts and field information needed by EMTs and Paramedics
• Differentiates the skills and tasks performed at the basic and intermediate levels, as well as those performed by paramedics, identifying the primary responsibility of each
• Covers over 100 emergency and nearly 2,000 common prescription drugs
• Covers primary and secondary trauma, and offers a simple approach to the rapid triage of multiple patients
• Includes the most current CPR, ACLS, PALS, and NRP algorithms from the American Heart Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics
• Features Spanish translations of common medical terms, history, assessment and pain-related questions, the phonetic pronunciations, and includes questions which require ‘yes’ or ‘no’ responses

English & Spanish Medical Words & Phrases, covers thousands of key terms and phrases used in clinician-patient interactions. This latest update is based on the 4th edition and it includes additional features and enhanced functionality. It's the perfect resource for nurses and other health care professionals who care for Spanish-speaking patients or whose primary language is Spanish.

Coverage includes patient teaching, hospital admission and discharge planning, diagnostic tests, therapeutic procedures, history and physical examination, body systems assessment, medical equipment and supplies, nutrition and diet therapy, medication teaching, home care, and complementary and alternative therapies. Whether you are a doctor, nurse, or other health care professional, you will be able to communicate with confidence when caring for your patients.

Key Features

• New Pronunciation guide for common medical terms.
• It presents English and Spanish translations of all medical terms and phrases used in clinician-patient interactions.
• A must-have for any health care professional who cares for Spanish-speaking patients.
• Covers important terms related to every aspect of patient care, including systems assessment, patient teaching, discharge, medical equipment and supplies, diagnostic tests, treatments, nutrition and diet therapy, and complementary and alternative therapies.
• Anatomical illustrations are included to facilitate communication. This Fourth Edition includes an English-Spanish picture dictionary and Spanish pain-rating scales.

Only the essential information needed to diagnose and manage patients with cardiac diseases. Summarizes the diagnosis and treatment of 200 cardiac diseases, each reviewed with discussion of the only the most pertinent information including: differential diagnosis, treatment, and a clinical pearl.

Features

• In-a-nutshell information on the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac diseases and disorders
• Quick navigation for easy access
• Covers ambulatory and inpatient medicine
• Includes ischemic heart disease, hypertension, and other common conditions
• A must for medical students, residents, nurse practitioners, physicians assistants, and general and family practitioners

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Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Review is an ideal study guide for new and recertifying nurses preparing to take the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification exam administered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program (AANPCP). Written by nurse practitioners, it offers up-to-date questions and answer rationales specific to FNP certification that reflect the most current guidelines. In addition, it offers a short theory review, clinical application of knowledge, and clinical skills. Also incorporated are ethical and legal considerations, scope of practice, and cultural sensitivity.of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program (AANPCP). Written by nurse practitioners, it offers up-to-date questions and answer rationales specific to FNP certification that reflect the most current guidelines. In addition, it offers a short theory review, clinical application of knowledge, and clinical skills. Also incorporated are ethical and legal considerations, scope of practice, and cultural sensitivity.

Concise and clearly organized, Family Practice Guidelines, 5th Edition, features detailed, step-by-step instructions for physical examinations and diagnostic testing in the outpatient setting, information on health promotion, care guidelines, dietary information, information on culturally responsive care, patient resources, and abundant patient-education handouts. Now in color with abundant images and illustrations, this fifth edition features thoroughly updated guidelines and recommendations to reflect latest in practice, as well as many new guidelines. Each of the diagnoses includes definition, incidence, pathogenesis, predisposing factors, common complaints, signs/symptoms, subjective data, physical exam and diagnostic tests, differential diagnosis, and a care plan.

Key Features:

• Presents information for disorders in consistent format for ease of use
• Highlights key considerations with Practice Pointers
• Provides individual care points for pediatric, pregnant, and geriatric patients
• Includes 138 printable Patient Teaching Guides
• Offers 18 procedure guidelines and routine health maintenance guidelines
• Features appendices that provide guidelines on normal lab values, special diets, Tanner’s Sexual Maturity Stages, and teeth

Practical and concise, go-to reference for up-to-date clinical material on today's diagnostic testing and laboratory tests. Three convenient sections provide quick access to key information on clinical laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging, and diagnostic algorithms. Experienced author Dr. Fred Ferri uses a unique, easy-to-follow format to simplify complex information and help you choose the best test to supplement your clinical diagnostic skills.

New to this Edition

• Features a new appendix on when to use contrast agents in ordering CT and MRI scans.
• Discusses new modalities including transient elastography (Fibroscan), CT enterography and CT enteroclysis.
• Provides new comparison tables to easily evaluate the best test; new algorithms for evaluation of immunodeficiency and hematochezia; and new tables and illustrations throughout to improve your test selection.

Key Features

• Includes both lab and imaging tests for concise, convenient access to all diagnostic test options for more than 200 common diseases and disorders.
• Includes essential information on indications, advantages, disadvantages, approximate costs, normal ranges, typical abnormalities, likeliest causes, and more.

For more than 25 years, Ferri’s Clinical Advisor has provided immediate answers on the myriad medical diseases and disorders you’re likely to encounter in a unique, easy-to-use format. A bestselling title year after year, this popular "5 books in 1" reference delivers vast amounts of information in a user-friendly manner. It is updated annually to provide current and clinically relevant answers on over 1,000 common medical conditions, including diseases and disorders, differential diagnoses, clinical algorithms, laboratory tests, and clinical practice guidelines?all carefully reviewed by experts in key clinical fields. Extensive algorithms, along with hundreds of high-quality photographs, illustrations, diagrams, and tables, ensure that you stay current with today's medical practice.

Key Features

• Contains significant updates throughout all 5 sections, covering all aspects of diagnosis and treatment.
• Features 26 all-new topics including monkeypox, occupational asthma, care of the transgender patient, infantile hypotonia, long-COVID, medical marijuana, cannabinoid use disorder, and abuse of performance enhancing hormones, among others.
• Includes useful appendices covering palliative care, preoperative evaluation, nutrition, poison management, commonly used herbal products in integrated medicine, and much more.
• Offers access to Patient Teaching Guides in both English and Spanish. App allows you to access all of the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, bookmark, etc..

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The perfect point-of-care guide for nurses and health professionals caring for patients undergoing diagnostic tests and procedures, Fischbach’s A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests, 11th Edition, provides an essential foundation for safe, effective, informed nursing practice. This proven, comprehensive manual is organized the way a nurse thinks — by specimen, function, and test type — describing an extensive array of tests for diverse populations and delivering step-by-step guidance on correct procedures, tips for accurate interpretation, and expert information on patient preparation and aftercare.

Extensively updated and easy to navigate, the 11th Edition clarifies the role today’s healthcare providers play in quality care planning, individualized patient assessment, analysis of patient needs, interventions, patient education, patient follow-up, and outcome evaluation. This unique resource also alerts users to potential risks and complications, interfering factors, and more to ensure the most confident, competent application in clinical settings.

KEY FEATURES

• NEW! Coverage of emerging and evolving diagnostic considerations familiarizes students with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), Influenza A H1N1 Pandemic Virus (H1N1pdm09 Virus), musculoskeletal ultrasound, and testing for bicarbonate (HCO3) level.
• UPDATED! Charts, tables, and appendices provide fast access to the most up-to-date diagnostic information.
• UPDATED! Patient preparation and posttest instructions clarify key procedures.
• UPDATED! Nursing intervention content reinforces students’ understanding of essential terminology.
• UPDATED! Test organization streamlines processes for efficient study and practice.
• Straightforward organization helps students easily locate tests by specimen, function, and test type and quickly access appropriate introductory information, reference values, procedures, clinical implications, and interventions.
• Clinical Alerts emphasize critical safety information at a glance.
• Procedural Alerts help prevent common errors or procedural complications.
• Notes alert students to helpful tips for safe, effective practice.

Fluids and Electrolytes Made Incredibly Easy!, 8th Edition, is the quick-reference guide to success in understanding fluids and electrolytes for nursing careers.

KEY FEATURES

• Updated content throughout keeps you current with the latest fluid and electrolyte nursing practices, common fluid imbalances and disorders you’ll encounter in practice, the effect of COVID-19 on fluid and electrolyte balances, and more.
• Colorful drawings, charts, and diagrams clarify important content in vivid detail.
• Memory Jogger reminders enhance your recall and understanding of difficult concepts.
• CAUTION! alerts help you quickly recognize dangerous signs and symptoms.
• It’s Not Working sections highlight alternative interventions to address unexpected patient outcomes.
• Chart Smart lists familiarize you with critical documentation elements and help you avoid legal trouble.
• Teaching Points offer patient-teaching tips you can use to help patients prevent recurrence of problems.
• Ages and Stages alert you to common fluid and electrolyte issues in young patients and older adults.
• That’s a Wrap! summaries reinforce key chapter takeaways at a glance.

A comprehensive reference, guides you through virtually every aspect of perioperative, intraoperative, and postoperative patient care. This latest update is based on the 7th edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

Handbook of Clinical Anesthesia has been completely updated to present the essential clinical anesthesia information in a concise format.

Key Features

• Intended to provide anesthesia practitioners and trainees with succinct, up-to-date information in a very readable form
• Step-by-step procedures to administer anesthesia for cardiac surgery, obstetric surgery, minimally invasive procedures, chronic pain management, and more
• A new topic covering Anesthesia for Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgeries has been added
• Two new appendices added – Atlas of Electrocardiography and Pacemaker and Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator Protocols
• ASA guidelines for patient care and safety included
• Robust appendices include formulas, American Heart Association resuscitation protocols, ASA Standards and Guidelines, difficult airway algorithms, malignant hyperthermia protocol, and herbal medications
• A clear, consistent style that makes critical contents easy to locate and comprehend
• Discusses the management of anesthesia in the wide variety of clinical circumstances that anesthesia practitioners encounter
• Sections Introduction to Anesthesiology and Scientific Foundations of Anesthesia reviews the fundamentals of anesthesia science, basic pharmacology of the more commonly used drugs in anesthesia
• The most practical clinical pearls on what to do and how and when to do it are presented in concise outline format, with hundreds of tables, graphs, and algorithms that summarize and prioritize crucial points
• Drug List & Black Box Warnings - Icons in the drug list indicate where FDA Black Box Warnings have been issued
• Includes 28 interactive flowcharts and 4 built-in calculators which assist in making clinical decisions

The newly updated Handbook of Signs & Symptoms, 5e proves it is still the must-have clinical nursing tool for improving patient safety, by increasing assessment accuracy. Quick-scan entries from A to Z offer the on-the-spot answers you need for more than 500 signs and symptoms, covering definitions, causes, patient history, exams, diagnostics, and interventions. Save time and increase your assessment confidence: Reach for this crucial guide!

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NEW signs and symptoms related to emerging diseases and disorders, including avian influenza, respiratory syncytial virus, Kawasaki disease, and the currently epidemic metabolic syndrome

NEW appendix provides definitions and common causes of 250 less-familiar or nonspecific signs and symptoms

NEW techniques for evoking patient responses

NEW pediatric, psychiatric, and nail and tongue signs

NEW focus on obtaining health history needed for comprehensive, reliable documentation

KEY FEATURES

• Quick-reference A to Z format arms you with assessment guidance for 530 signs and symptoms6
• Up-to-date methods for determining each sign or symptom’s identity, cause, and nursing implications
• Description of sign or symptom is followed by:
  
  • History and physical examination – Guidelines for detailed history and exam: what to ask, what to examine, and how
  • Emergency interventions – Life-, limb-, and organ-threatening signs and symptoms, with recommended nursing interventions
  • Medical causes – Differential diagnosis: common causative diseases and disorders related to each sign and symptom, and subtle indicators that keep assessments on track
  • Other causes – Medications and herbal remedies associated with each complaint
  • Special considerations – Patient positioning to ease comfort; preparation for diagnostic testing; reducing anxiety; signs of complications
• Patient counseling – Patient teaching for comfort and safety; explaining causes, treatment, and possible outcomes; providing support referrals
• Pediatric pointers, Geriatric pointers, and Gender cues - Age and gender issues affecting sign and symptom’s presentation, detection, and interpretation
• Charts help differentiate among a sign or symptom's multiple causes, and differences among similar signs and symptoms
• Tables on signs and symptoms relating to bioterrorism agents and herbal remedies

This information-packed, easy-to-use pocket guide serves both as a reference for nurses working in clinical settings and as a student text for programs that offer condensed coverage of health assessment. Organized by body systems, the focus of this updated edition remains on assessing, documenting, and reporting the current status and changes in the condition of patients for all age groups.

Key Features

• Added focus on pain assessment and documentation, which is now required by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations (JCAHO).
• Expanded coverage of dental history and problems, obesity and diabetes, assessment of mental symptoms and behavior, and abuse and/or neglect.
• Additional color figures further illustrate procedures. Tables and appendices are revised and updated.
• More pediatric coverage on breast development for children, abuse, and asthma.
• More geriatric coverage on assessing edema, circulation and skin problems, nutritional needs, medications, and vitamins.
• Focuses on health promotion and wellness, community resources, payment mechanisms, specialized communication techniques based on age, ethnicity, and culture, and the use of alternative and complementary therapies.
• Clinical alert sections detail, in color, special instructions for assessments or concerns related to findings.

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Perform pressure monitoring safely, accurately, and confidently with the freshly updated Hemodynamic Monitoring Made Incredibly Visual! Hundreds of drawings, flow charts, photos, and diagrams offer essential background on cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology, nursing principles, and current hemodynamic monitoring technology, in the popular and colorful Made Incredibly Visual style. This easy-to-follow, easy-to-remember content will help you prepare for the NCLEX or certification exam, get clear on concepts discussed in class, and simply upgrade your pressure monitoring skills.

The updated 3rd edition of Hemodynamic Monitoring Made Incredibly Visual! includes brand new and updated content covering . . .

• Current nursing practice guidelines for hemodynamic monitoring
• Complete and current directions for procedures such as: changing a CV dressing; CV and PA catheter insertion; arterial line insertion; handling a displaced arterial line; and troubleshooting pressure monitoring systems
• Directions and images that explain the latest pressure monitoring technology, and current circulatory and ventricular assist devices

You'll also get colorful, real-life guidance on vital topics and step-by-step monitoring guidelines including:

• Anatomy and functions of the cardiac and pulmonary systems
• Pressure monitoring systems - square wave testing; leveling and zeroing the transducer o Arterial pressure monitoring
• Central venous pressure monitoring
• Pulmonary artery pressure monitoring
• Cardiac output monitoring
• Tissue oxygenation and monitoring
• Minimally invasive hemodynamic monitoring

Hemodynamic Monitoring Made Incredibly Visual's easy-to-read format will help you learn how to deliver safe and accurate monitoring with:

• Special features help you retain vital information:
• Q & A - Illustrated riddles, diagrams, and questions at end of each chapter help you retain vital information
• On the Level - Defines normal and abnormal pressure readings for different patient conditions
• Ride the Wave - Explains the actions of waveforms, including how to recognize abnormal waveforms

This is the point-of-care reference every nurse in the emergency department or critical care unit needs. This clinical reference provides instant access to essential information ICU/ER nurses need quickly. This latest update is based on the 1st edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

ICU/ER Facts Made Incredibly Quick includes significant abnormal assessment findings; laboratory and critical values; complications of diseases and procedures; I.V. infusion rates; ACLS algorithms; BLS review; ECG interpretation; hemodynamic monitoring; intra-aortic balloon pump waveforms; SVO2 monitoring; troubleshooting ventilator problems; triage guidelines; managing multiple trauma; cultural considerations and dozens of illustrations with charts.

Key Features

• 5 tier triage guidelines
• Management of respiratory disorders such as pneumonia, PE, and asthma - commonly seen in critical care areas
• Management of psychiatric emergencies such as psychosis and suicide attempt
• Intra-abdominal pressure monitoring
• Moderate sedation monitoring
• Treatments for each cardiac arrhythmia
• Up-to-date information on ventilator modes
• Quick reference charts and checklists
• Each section identified by distinctive color or tab so user can quickly locate a body of information
• Includes 3 Calculators & 6 interactive flowcharts which helps in making quick decision

Accessing an intravenous site and delivering fluids and medicine can be a difficult and frightening experience for students. IV Med Notes alleviates students' fears by providing up-to-date information needed to safely administer medications by IV.

Key Features

• Illustrations and color pictures help you master difficult and potentially dangerous skills
• Step-by-step directions show students how to use the equipment correctly
• Focus on safety in administering I.V. medication the right way, highlighting high alert meds, do not confuse, "Special Considerations" and "Hot Tip" cautions
• Includes essential content on more than 200 drugs
• Provides common adult and pediatric doses, push rates, infusion times, drug interactions, solutions and chemical compatibilities
• Drug calculation formulas

IV Therapy Flash Cards include everything you need to know about infusion therapy - in one convenient resource. This latest update is based on the 1st edition and 2009 print edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

They’re the perfect study tool wherever you go. And, you can count on them for accuracy because their content is derived from author’s popular Manual of IV Therapeutics.

Key Features

• Perfect mobile resource for nursing students
• Fast access to more than 200 words
• They allow you to connect the term, its meaning, and how it functions in the language of nursing. This resource allows you to:
  • see the word
  • read the word (out loud is best)
  • use the word
  • associate the word with other related concepts
• Pronunciations are spelled phonetically
• Includes disease and medication indices

A Davis’s Notes Title! Lab Notes: Nurses' Guide to Lab & Diagnostic Tests, third edition is the portable reference you need to explain, prepare, and care for patients before, during, and after common lab and diagnostic testing.

Key Features

• Covers essentials for more than 400 lab and diagnostic tests.
• Includes lab tests, radiography, arteriography, nuclear- and non-nuclear imaging, endoscopy, organ function and electrophysiology tests.
• Identifies panic lab levels and nurse alerts.
• Features illustrations that show positioning and views, specimen tube top colors, and examples of X-ray, mammogram, CT scan, MRI, ultrasound, whole skeleton bone scan, and lung scan images.
• Offers patient education guidelines and tips.

Look no further for quick, complete answers to questions such as which laboratory tests to order or what the results might mean. Laboratory Tests And Diagnostic Procedures covers more tests than any other reference of its kind, with over 900 lab tests and diagnostic procedures in all.

In Part I, you'll find a unique, alphabetical list of hundreds of diseases, conditions, and symptoms, including the tests and procedures most commonly used to confirm or rule out a suspected diagnosis. Part II presents key information on virtually every laboratory and diagnostic test available. All test entries are up-to-date, concise, complete, and consistently presented, making this resource the perfect choice for students or practitioners who need fast, accurate information on diagnostic tests.

Key Features

• Over 600 diseases and symptoms are listed in Part I, with the most relevant tests identified for each.
• More than 900 laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures are included in Part II, more than any other reference!
• Laboratory tests include : Procalcitonin; Calcium scoring; Vascular endothelial growth factor; Cerebral near-infrared spectroscopy; RD1 interferon assays for tuberculosis; and OraQuick rapid HIV test.
• Organized alphabetically, to make it easy to go to appropriate sections.
• Alternative test names and acronyms are cross-referenced to help you quickly find what you're looking for.
• Tests for toxic substances are included, along with Panic Level Symptoms and Treatment for dangerously elevated levels.
• Age and gender-specific norms are provided, giving you complete lifespan coverage.
• Risks and Contraindications are highlighted to help you safeguard your patients and provide effective care.
• Minimum volumes for blood samples are included, helping you diagnose patients for whom blood preservation is essential. You'll also see whether blood specimens can be drawn during hemodialysis.
• Special consent form requirements are indicated for appropriate tests.
• Guidance for client and family teaching helps you offer useful instruction concerning test preparation and follow-up care

Confidently provide best practices in patient care, with the newly updated Lippincott® Nursing Procedures, 9th Edition.

More than 400 entries offer detailed, evidence-based guidance on procedures ranging from the most basic patient care to assisting with intricate surgeries. The alphabetical organization allows you to quickly look up any procedure by name, and benefit from the clear, concise, step-by-step direction of nursing experts. Whether you’re a nursing student, are new to nursing, or are a seasoned practitioner, this is your go-to guide to the latest in expert care and positive outcomes.

Ensure a high level of nursing expertise with this practical, quick-reference guide. This edition offers:

• NEW entries with evidence-based direction on:
  • Ankle-brachial index calculation
  • Biohazardous waste handling
  • Cultural assessment
  • Elastomeric pump use
  • Hazardous drug preparation and handling
  • Hazardous drug spill management
  • Nasal decolonization
  • Opioid withdrawal management
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder assessment
  • Prone positioning for the awake patient
  • Sepsis emergency patient care
  • Wound photography
• Colored letter tabs at the top of each page that allow quick-and-easy locating of any entry
• Full-color photos and diagrams that illustrate procedure steps with a quick-read, bulleted format that walks you through each procedure
• Practices based on clinical evidence—recent studies supporting best practices are cited
• Colorful, eye-catching special alerts:
  • Nursing Alerts – Potentially dangerous actions or clinically significant findings related to a procedure
  • Pediatric Alerts – Special precautions to take while treating infants, young children, and adolescents
  • Elder Alerts – Elder patient special needs
  • Hospital-Acquired Condition Alerts – Conditions the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have identified as events that may occur during hospitalization
• Procedures presented in a structured how-to format:
  • Equipment – Types of equipment needed for procedure
  • Preparation of equipment – Guidance on preparing any needed equipment for procedure
  • Implementation – Step-by-step guidance for performing procedure
  • Special considerations – Factors to keep in mind that can affect the procedure
  • Troubleshooting – Methods for troubleshooting equipment issues, with step-by-step interventions
  • Patient teaching – Helpful tips, reminders, and follow-up instructions before patient discharge
  • Complications – Procedure-related complications to watch for
  • Documentation – Everything needed to document the procedure fully

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Concise descriptions of diseases and conditions relevant to docs in "doc talk" language, with up-to-date as well as classic references. This latest update is based on the 6th edition and 2011 print edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

Little Black Book of Primary Care is intended as a very portable manual with heavily referenced, concise, practical, clinically relevant information. It contains usual clinical approaches, personal "pearls", as well as and most importantly, literature-debated issues.

Clinical information in the resource is organized generally by medical specialty and can be accessed either by perusal down through the hierarchies of the table of contents, or by finding the disease or clinical word of interest in the Main Index. Main Index entries will generally take the reader to the relevant disease page or, if a medication, to a related medications list.

Key Features

• Over 6000 very specific references for virtually every aspect of clinical primary care make the reference unique among similar medical manuals
• Disease processes about which there is little current controversy, or new information are treated briefly
• Disease information is presented under the standard nine categories:
  • Cause
  • Pathophysiology
  • Epidemiology
  • Symptoms and Signs
  • Course
  • Complications
  • Lab
  • X-ray
  • Rx

Increase your confidence with the LPN Notes: Nurse's Clinical Pocket Guide. Mobile app format for on the go with NCLEX® tips - perfect for preparing for the NCLEX®-PN exam. Thoroughly revised and updated, you’ll have access to even more of the commonly-used by rarely memorized clinical information that nurses and students need.

KEY FEATURES

• Procedures Tab presents the common skills, procedures and equipment, required to perform routine nursing tasks.
• Assess Tab provides comprehensive, system-specific information, including the skills, procedures, and tools necessary to perform an assessment on an adult patient.
• Disease/Patient Education Tab covers the most common diseases and disorders, homecare, safe medication administration practices, and safety as well as common patient education issues.
• Med-Surg & Emergency Tab presents 20 of the most commonly encountered symptoms and scenarios.
• Geri/Ob/Peds Tab now features geriatric assessment tips for 6 common marker conditions (SPICES) that could indicate increased risk for functional decline or even death.
• Life Span Tab combines geriatrics, obstetrics, and pediatrics to focus on life span considerations.
• Tools Tab includes a Spanish translator with phonetic pronunciations.

NEW TO THIS EDITION

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A DAVIS’S NOTES BOOK!

The perfect pocket-sized reference for the classroom, externship and practice.

This handy guide provides all the commonly used, but rarely memorized information you need in both the front and back office—from normal lab values and common medical abbreviations to dosage calculations, triage questions, and more.

KEY FEATURES

• Must-have information on the front and back office…
• Billing and coding tips
• Pharmacology
• OSHA regulations
• Assisting with specialty exams
• Well child and sick childcare
• Office surgical procedures
• Patient education
• Spanish terms
• Organizational and recordkeeping tools
• Electronic Medical Records
• Nutritional and dietary information
• Adult immunization schedule
• Basic ECG procedures
• Most prescribed drugs and their effects
• IV drip rates, drug calculation formulas, and basic math review

NEW TO THIS EDITION

• Expanded! ICD-10 content covers more common codes.
• New! E-prescribing and patient portals added to electronic medical records
• Updated! Vaccine schedules and coverage of common prescription medications and types of thermometers reflect current practice.
• New! Coverage of emergency office situations and procedures

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• Awesome! As an instructor, I am recommending it to all of my students!! It has all the basics, especially helpful for externship!” - Online Reviewer
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This new text/reference is designed to help nurse practitioner students learn how to effectively manage patients across the life span. Organized by anatomical areas, this text covers 310 disorders and conditions, with rationales and causes provided for abnormal lab and diagnostic test values. "Signal Symptoms" will assist your students in quickly locating potential diagnoses.

KEY FEATURES

• A brief overview of relevant physiology and pathophysiology
• ICD codes for each disorder
• "Signal Symptoms" at the beginning of each disorder help the user target the most appropriate diagnosis
• Each monograph includes definition, etiology, occurrence, age, ethnicity, gender, contributing factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, differential diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, sequelae, prevention/prophylaxis, referral guidelines, education, and references
• Diagnostic data include rationales on why the test is ordered and a discussion of possible causes for abnormal lab values
• Comprehensive health promotion guidelines for each age group in Unit 1
• Alternative and complementary modalities included in management/treatment sections as appropriate
• Many monographs followed by a diagnostic decision tree to illustrate diagnostic or treatment reasoning
• Listing with common dermatologic conditions
• Website addresses for appropriate content areas and national organizations
• Organized by anatomical areas in a head-to-toe approach
• Each disorder chapter contains an overview of the essential elements to focus on during assessment
• Visual symbols such as Clinical Pearls, Age Related Considerations, Risk Factors, Red Flag, and Emergency Situation Signal Symptoms assist reader in quickly locating potential diagnoses

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Developed by clinical experts to provide fast and easy access to information needed to provide comprehensive care to adult patients in the primary care setting, this reference for nurse practitioner students focuses on commonly seen disorders of adults and addresses both the medical aspects of the disorder and the nursing concerns, as well as patient education. It presents the symptom-based problems that adults frequently bring to their primary care provider. An overview of the differential diagnoses and diagnostically oriented algorithms guide your students to an appropriate diagnosis and management plan.

KEY FEATURES

• Focus on health promotion, anticipatory guidance, and disorder guidelines
• Focus on recommendations and guidelines, not theory
• ICD-9 codes added to all the disorders
• Discusses 172 disorders commonly seen in adults
• Reviews growth and development stages of the healthy male adult, with a brief overview of the female
• Discusses various approaches for assessing the client and obtaining all essential information in a timely fashion
• Each monograph includes definition, etiology, occurrence, age, ethnicity, gender, contributing factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, differential diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, sequelae, prevention/prophylaxis, referral guidelines, education, and references
• Rationales added to differential diagnoses that helps differentiate one disorder from another
• Complementary therapies added to treatment section
• Psychosocial issues discussed
• Organized by anatomical areas in a head-to-toe approach
• Each disorder section contains an overview of the essential elements to focus on during assessment

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Pediatric nurse practitioners and students have a need for a concise manual to assist in their assessment, evaluation of signs and symptoms, and initiation of treatment of children and adolescents. The new edition of this clinical reference fills that need by discussing the most common disorders seen in children and adolescents. Organized by anatomical areas in a head-to-toe approach, it reviews the growth and development stages of the healthy child, as well as lists the essential elements to focus on during assessment for each disorder.

Key Features

• Discusses 176 disorders commonly seen in children and adolescents
• Addresses both the medical aspects of the disorders and the nursing concerns and patient education
• Reviews growth and development stages of the healthy child
• Discusses various approaches for assessing the client and obtaining all essential information in a timely fashion
• Each monograph includes definition, etiology, occurrence, age, ethnicity, gender, contributing factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, differential diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, sequelae, prevention/prophylaxis, referral guidelines, education, and references
• Rationales added to differential diagnoses that helps differentiate one disorder from another
• Complementary therapies added to treatment section
• Psychosocial issues discussed
• Many monographs conclude with a diagnostic decision tree to illustrate diagnostic or treatment reasoning
• Organized by anatomical areas in a head-to-toe approach
• Each disorder chapter contains an overview of the essential elements to focus on during assessment
• ICD-9 codes added to all the disorders

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Because of the continuing rapid growth of the older adult population, there will be an increased need for primary care providers to deliver age-specific care and direct disease management. This 2nd edition of Management Guidelines for Nurse Practitioners Working with Older Adults will serve as a clinical resource for advanced practice nurses and students who are privileged to provide primary care to older adults. Focused on common disorders seen in adults from both the medical and nursing perspectives, this revised reference addresses nursing diagnoses and patient education and provides your students with various approaches for assessing the older client. This handy reference also contains resources on the principles of promoting health and on the essentials of good nutrition for older adults.

KEY FEATURES

• Discusses 112 disorders seen in older adults
• Reviews the physiologic and psychosocial changes associated with aging
• Includes resources on principles of promoting health and on essentials of good nutrition
• Discusses various approaches for assessing the client and obtaining all essential information in a timely fashion
• Each monograph includes definition, etiology, occurrence, age, ethnicity, gender, contributing factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, differential diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, sequelae, prevention/prophylaxis, referral guidelines, education, and references
• Rationales added to differential diagnoses that helps differentiate one disorder from another
• Complementary therapies added to treatment section
• Psychosocial issues discussed
• Organized by anatomical areas in a head-to-toe approach
• Each disorder contains an overview of the essential elements to focus on during assessment
• ICD-9 codes added to all the disorders

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An enlightening clinical reference for students and clinicians working in women's health. It focuses on the most commonly seen disorders and conditions of adult women, including those that occur pre- and post-partum; signs and symptoms, including those that occur in pregnancy and menopause; and various methods of contraception. This is the reference your students will refer to in clinical practice and long after they graduate.

Key Features:

• Discusses 81 disorders commonly seen in adult women
• Contains 26 common complaints, danger signs, and complications of pregnancy, and 6 post-partum complications
• Reviews growth and developmental stages of the healthy adult female
• Covers principles of promoting health and the essentials of good nutrition
• Discusses ways to promote a healthy pregnancy and to manage the complications of pregnancy and delivery
• Contains a section on menopause
• Discusses various approaches for assessing the client and obtaining all essential information in a timely fashion
• Each monograph includes definition, etiology, occurrence, age, ethnicity, gender, contributing factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, differential diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, sequelae, prevention/prophylaxis, referral guidelines, education, and references
• Rationales added to differential diagnoses that helps differentiate one disorder from another
• Complementary therapies added to treatment section
• Psychosocial issues discussed
• Organized by anatomical areas in a head-to-toe approach
• Each disorder contains an overview of the essential elements to focus on during assessment
• ICD-9 codes added to all the disorders

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The perfect resource for any setting requiring infusion therapy skills! This latest update is based on the 6th edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

Manual of I.V. Therapeutics: Evidence-Based Practice for Infusion Therapy is an ideal resource for classroom and clinical settings as it progresses from the basics to advanced techniques while incorporating theory into practice.

Key Features

• Focus on evidence-based practice
• Integrates pediatric and geriatric content throughout
• New section “Thinking Critically”, on case study has been added
• Emphasizes standards of practice through its use of guidelines from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Infusion Nursing Society (INS) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
• Offers well organized pedagogical tools, including…
  • Learning Objectives
  • Nursing Fast Facts
  • Age-related and Cultural Considerations
  • Nursing Plans of Care
  • Home Care Issues
  • Patient Education
  • Key Points and
  • Review Questions
• Provides competency criteria for hospital policy and procedure development required by The Joint Commission
• Presents detailed step-by-step procedures for subcutaneous infusion of pain medication, peripherally inserted catheters (PICCs), epidural pain medication administration and patient controlled analgesic therapy
• Includes topic on, "Venipuncture for Blood Withdrawal"
• Examines delivery of IV therapy in the home setting
• Includes Competency Skill Checklists for evaluating procedures
• Emphasizes delivery of IV therapy in the home setting Includes boxes for age-related considerations as well as cultural considerations in delivering I.V. care
• Highlights critical content in "Nursing Fast Fact" section
• Spotlights assessment and intervention guidelines in "Nursing Points-of-Care" section for quick access to core clinical content

MedSurg Notes: Nurse's Clinical Pocket Guide app provides on-the-spot guidance that helps you identify and treat patients with urgent and common medical-surgical conditions. Each condition is in outline format and delivers all the current information you need to deliver the very best patient care.

KEY FEATURES

• Covers advanced nursing procedures and concepts associated with over 65 urgent and common medical-surgical conditions.
• Uses a systems approach, organized by symptom and medical diagnosis.
• Addresses the clinical picture, immediate interventions, focused assessment, stabilizing and monitoring, and follow-up assessment and interventions.
• Includes an A&P snapshot of the associated system in each section—7 in all.
• Provides a focused assessment tool for each body system and each clinical problem.
• Reviews IV therapy, including indications for crystalloids, colloids, or blood products administration.

NEW TO THIS EDITION

• Updated and revised throughout to reflect the art and science of nursing today
• New content that addresses the opioid crisis and the role of the Med-Surg nurse, from safely and effectively managing patients’ pain, and educating patients to assessing for abuse potential and making appropriate referrals
• New content on caring for LGBTQ persons
• New section in each chapter, “You’ll Want to Know,” that spotlights helpful background or supplemental information for each disorder

REVIEWS

What students and clinicians are saying…

• “This little pocket flip book is invaluable if you are a nursing student or new nurse, a wealth of information very condensed and to the point.”—Robert S., Online Reviewer
• “I carried this around on my clinicals and it was great! It has nice rundowns of every major body system/problem that you might encounter on a med/surg floor.” —Lisa R., Online Reviewer
• “Perfect for a new nurse who needs a quick, concise refresher on information. Fits in my pocket nicely, and has come in handy more than once!”—Chandra B., Online Reviewer
• “A must have for any nurse or nursing student! Everything you could need in one place!”—Jecca L., Online Reviewer

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Feeling anxious or unsure about medical-surgical nursing care? Get grounded in the latest best practices, with the freshly updated Medical-Surgical Nursing Made Incredibly Easy!®, 5th Edition.

This colorful fully illustrated guide offers clear, concise descriptions of crucial medical-surgical nursing concepts and procedures, with learning aids that help you grasp skills and concepts easily, in an enjoyable Incredibly Easy style. From assessment and diagnostics to current evidence-based treatments and interventions, this is the perfect backup to class materials, helpful support for new nurses, and a handy refresher for experienced nurses.

Be expertly guided into a solid foundation in medical-surgical care, with:

• NEW and updated statistics and guidelines on current medical-surgical nursing practice in a concise, quick-scan outline format
• The “need-to-know” basics, including the most common disorders medical-surgical nurses encounter
• Chapters address disorders by body system – neurologic, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, endocrine, renal and urologic, reproductive, musculoskeletal, and more

Chapters offer vital foundational knowledge, with expert direction on:

• Essential elements of medical-surgical nursing practice and the nursing process Fluids and electrolytes, perioperative care, and pain management
• Diagnostic testing – CT, MRI, and PET scan imaging, x-rays, biopsies, EMGs, and more
• Additional chapters on cancer care, obesity, gerontologic care, and end-of-life care
• Current data and best practices on assessing and treating common disorders – Reviews of anatomy and physiology, step-by-step guidance on assessments and history–taking, and diagnostic testing, including patient preparation, monitoring, teaching points, and developing a plan of care
• Hundreds of colorful diagrams, drawings, and charts that illustrate core terms and concepts, with easy-to-retain definitions
• “Practice Makes Perfect” end-of-book practice exam with NCLEX®-style questions in current exam format

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Chapter features include:

• Memory jogger – Acronyms and other memory tricks that help you remember key concepts and treatments
• A closer look – Illustrations that explain anatomy, physiology, and complex pathways Education edge – Practical guidance for effective patient teaching
• What do I do? – Steps to take in emergency situations
• Stop, look, and listen – Elements of assessment for a particular body system
• Weighing the evidence – Evidence-based practice pointers that support nursing actions
• Quick quiz – End-of-chapter multiple-choice questions to help you retain chapter content, followed by answers and rationales
• Nurse Joy and Jake illustrated characters offer tips and insights throughout

Based on 4th Edition of Diagnosaurus, this authoritative, quick reference tool helps you make accurate, informed and confident differential diagnoses at point of care.

With MobileDDx™ you can choose to explore topics by organ system, symptoms or diseases only, or search across all topics. For example, if you wish to review the causes of a patient's chief complaint, simply select the symptom or sign from the main index. If you have made a diagnosis and wonder what other disorders to consider, select your diagnosis from the list to see its differential diagnoses.

Includes over 1,000 medicine and surgery differential diagnoses derived from the most trusted Current Lange series.

And only with Skyscape, any MobileDDx™ differential diagnoses topic can be quickly and easily cross-indexed to related drug, disease or diagnostic topics across your entire mobile reference library!

Perform today’s important lab tests safely and accurately! With test entries organized the way you’ll use them, Mosby's® Diagnostic & Laboratory Test Reference makes it fast and easy to look up current testing information. Concise monographs are arranged alphabetically and include vital information such as the type of test, alternate or abbreviated test names, test explanation, normal and abnormal findings, possible critical values, contraindications, potential complications, interfering factors, and guidelines to patient care before, during, and after the test. From the experienced author team of Kathleen Deska Pagana, Timothy J. Pagana, and Theresa Noel Pagana, this bestselling handbook as a mobile app for quick reference while on the job.

Key Features

• Alphabetically organized tests offer quick reference with A-to-Z index, plus easily perform a global search in the content using Smartsearch.
• User’s Guide to Test Preparation and Procedures provides an overview and guidelines for each type of laboratory test and diagnostic procedure to ensure that each is performed accurately and safely, and to prevent having to repeat a test due to an error.
• Normal findings for adult, elderly, and pediatric patients are included where applicable.
• Abnormal findings are highlighted with directional arrows, and are now alphabetized for fast reference.
• Possible critical values are highlighted to alert you to situations requiring immediate intervention.
• Icons for drug-related interfering factors alert you to the effects of pharmacologic agents on tests.
• Icons for patient teaching-related care indicate information that should be shared with patients and their families.
• Abbreviations for diagnostic and laboratory tests are provided inside the back cover, and appendices list blood tests used for disease and organ panels as well as symbols and units of measurement.
• Appendix with lists of tests by body system and by type allow you to quickly locate related studies.
• Easy-to-find information on common reference ranges for healthy adults, routine blood testing, and routine urine testing.
• Mobile app is ideal for use in the practice setting.

New to This Edition

• NEW! Thirteen new monographs cover the latest tests and procedures; 11 outdated monographs are removed.
• NEW! Updated content reflects the latest research relating to accuracy of testing, diagnostic values of results, and patient care and education for each test.

Mosby's Handbook of Herbs & Natural Supplements provides the busy health care provider with detailed information for approximately 300 commonly used herbal products and natural supplements, including 20 herbal products and natural supplements. It incorporates authoritative information on common names, pronunciations, scientific names, origins, uses (reported and investigational), forms, dosages, contraindications, side effects and adverse reactions, interactions with herbs, drugs, foods, and lab tests, client considerations, pharmacology (pharmacokinetics, chemical components and actions) and references for every drug. With the increased usage of herbal therapies enjoyed by individuals, this resource is packed with easy-to-find herbal information and is a must-have for any clinician.

Reviewed by nurses and herbalists alike, this authoritative resource presents herb and supplement profiles in a convenient, A-Z format for fast reference. Updated, streamlined design helps you find information quickly, and a new systematic pregnancy and breastfeeding classification offers the latest guidelines for this special client population.. This latest update is based on the 4th edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates!

Key Features

• A pregnancy classification system from the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration allows you to analyze herbs individually and provides a consistent formula to decide which herbs should be used
• Updated content throughout includes the latest uses, actions, dosages, contraindications, side effects/adverse reactions, interactions, pharmacology, alerts, and references
• Pediatric Herbal Use appendix covers uses, guidelines, and expanded pediatric and adolescent information for 32 herbs
• Drug/Herb Interaction appendix lists known drug and herb interactions for herbs included in the handbook to ensure client safety
• Updated references and information from new studies make this a reliable source for herbal content
• Alert icons warn you of potentially dangerous reactions that could threaten your clients’ health
• Popular Herb, Pregnancy, and Pediatric icons help you find relevant content quickly for common herbs and herbs for special populations
• Includes a Pediatric Herbal Use appendix with general guidelines and cautions regarding use of herbs in children
• Features a Drug-Herb Interaction Table to supply information on known drug-herb interactions
• A comprehensive index of herbal terms allows you to look up an herb by its common or scientific name, as well as by condition
• Provides a Glossary of herbal terms to clarify dose and form terminology unique to herbals and natural supplements
• Lists Poison Centers to aid in obtaining help quickly for potentially lethal use of plant products
• Identifies Herb-Lab Test Interferences in each herb monograph to supply information on known herbal interferences on most lab tests in use today

Choose the drug handbook trusted by nurses for over 35 years! Mosby's 2024 Nursing Drug Reference makes it easy to find the most vital information on the drugs you administer most frequently. More than 5,000 drugs are profiled — including more than 25 new entries for drugs recently approved by the FDA. And no other drug guide places a higher emphasis on patient safety, with Black Box Warnings for dangerous adverse reactions, High Alerts for drugs with the greatest risk, and a focus on both common and life-threatening side effects. From nursing pharmacology expert Linda Skidmore-Roth, this perennial bestseller proves there is a difference in drug guides.

Key Features

• More than 5,000 generic and trade-name drugs are profiled, covering almost every drug you will administer in practice or in clinicals.
• Alphabetical organization by generic name provides quick and easy access to specific drugs, with both trade and generic names listed in the index.
• Bolded coverage of IV drug administration highlights dosage and IV administration instructions, including safety considerations and Y-site, syringe, and additive compatibilities.
• Nursing Process steps are used as the framework for organizing all nursing care information.
• Complete pharmacokinetic information is summarized in a table and includes the mechanism and absorption of the drug as well as its action, duration, and excretion. Side effects information is organized by body system and identified as common or life threatening, showing signs to watch for during assessments.
• High Alert headers highlight drugs that pose the greatest risk if administered improperly.
• Black Box Warnings provide alerts to FDA warnings of dangerous or life-threatening drug reactions.
• Overview of drug categories explains the safe administration of common classes of drugs, as well as their common side effects and interactions.
• Flexible mobile app provides easy access in the clinical setting.

New to This Edition

• NEW! Drug monographs for more than 25 newly released, FDA-approved medications equip you with the latest drug information including generic names, trade names, pronunciations, do-not-confuse drugs, action, uses, contraindications, precautions, dosages and routes, side effects, pharmacokinetics, interactions (including drug/herb, drug/food and drug/lab test), nursing considerations, treatment of overdose, patient/family teaching, and more.
• NEW! Several drug monographs, creating an overall total of more than 100 drug monographs for lesser-used medications.

Find essential nursing information at a glance! Mosby’s PDQ for RN: Practical Detailed Quick, 4th Edition is an easy-to-use pocket-sized guide to important facts formulas and procedures used in the clinical setting. It offers quick access to details you need but don’t usually memorize such as signs and symptoms medications conversions abbreviations and normal/abnormal ranges for lab tests. When in doubt check this handy reference!

New to this edition

• NEW! Expanded coverage addresses oxygen delivery, hypoglycemic drugs, cardiac rhythms (STEMI), seizure treatment, breath sounds, and more.
• NEW assessment tools are included for pain, nutrition, and alcohol abuse.
• UPDATED content reflects the latest clinical developments, screening guidelines, and drug information.

Key Features

• Sections provide quick access to essential facts, formulas, lab values, procedures, and more.
• Easy to access on any iOS device and use in any clinical setting.
• A focus on special populations includes separate sections on pediatric, maternity, and geriatric patients.
• Emergency Care section provides guidelines for treating stroke patients, assessing trauma patients, and responding to cardiopulmonary arrest.
• HIPAA- and OSHA- compliant information reflects the latest practice standards and guidelines.
• Colorful charts and tables make lookup easy, and data is thorough enough for even experienced practicing nurses.

What does that term mean? How is it even pronounced? Make sense of the complex world of health care with Mosby's® Pocket Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing & Health Professions, 9th Edition. This comprehensive, portable dictionary offers a unique, strong focus on nursing and health science terminology. Featuring over 33,000 authoritative definitions of diseases, procedures, equipment, drugs, and more, it ensures you have the most reliable health science information right at your fingertips in an intuitive A-to-Z format — no struggling to find sub-definitions! Word roots and pronunciations help you learn and correctly use medical terminology, and alphabetized, screened thumb tabs make finding definitions quick and easy.

Key Features

• Over 33,000 definitions, focused on language in current use, ensure easy access to key information.
• Practical, strict A-to-Z organization with no subentries makes it easier to find terms.
• British spellings are included, where appropriate, for international users and for US users who need to be able to recognize alternate spellings of common terms.
• Marie O’Toole, an experienced dictionary lexicographer and nursing educator, has reviewed and revised all definitions to provide a cohesive and consistent voice.
• Small size makes this dictionary portable and convenient.
• Terms emphasize nursing and health science terminology, making this a useful resource for students and practitioners.
• Etymologies for most entries help you understand medical terminology and build a professional vocabulary.
• Pronunciations for key entries boost your confidence when using terminology in everyday practice.
• Screened thumb tabs allow you to quickly locate entries.
• A Spanish/English appendix and commonly used abbreviations are easy to access.

New to This Edition :
NEW! Approximately 1,700 updated or new terms reflect the changing terminology used in medicine, nursing, and the health professions.

Developed to provide nurse clinicians with a resource for the management of adult critical care patients, Mosby's Critical Care Nursing Reference condenses the most essential information needed by nurses working in the ICU. The resource provides, information on broad topics that apply to a variety of critically ill patients, and detailed information on organ diseases. Therapeutic modalities and pharmacology are both examined, with information that is useful for the student, the new nurse, and the experienced professional.

Key Features

• The latest information disorders, treatment, assessment, monitoring, pharmacology and therapeutic modalities incorporated throughout.
• Allows critical care nurses to quickly assess, diagnose, and facilitate the care of patients in an ICU setting.
• New sections on Palliative Care in the Critical Care Unit and Case Management in the Critical Care Unit have been included.
• Updated information is presented regarding pain control from the World Health Organization, as well as drug incompatibilities.
• Sections dedicated to psychosocial concerns, complementary therapies and the unique needs of a pediatric patient in an adult ICU.
• Discussions have been added on cortisol level testing, new laboratory tests such as brain naturetic peptide, and therapies used in end of life.
• Contains both general information on patient care, as well as specific details outlining nursing procedures in a professional setting.
• Organization of information allows for quick access of desired subject matter in critical care situations.
• Clearly organized appendices allow the user to rapidly obtain frequently needed data.
• Provided useful tools like organ donation guidelines, cardiopulmonary formulas, and drug dosage charts and conversion factors.

This reference helps students to prepare for their NCLEX exams anytime and anywhere. This latest update is based on the 1st edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

NCLEX-PN Notes addresses all four major content areas of the NCLEX Test Plan, including care of adults, mothers and newborns, children, and psychiatric/mental health nursing. You’ll also find coverage of the elderly, pharmacology, and the administration of medication.

Key Features

• Excellent, pocket-size reference for use in the clinical setting as well as for NCLEX prep
• Coverage of key nursing content
• "Tips" that explain the format and content of the NCLEX and the new, 2008 Test Plan
• Strategies to manage test-taking anxiety
• Alternate format questions for all key content areas, including pharmacology
• Key nursing considerations listed for major drug classes and administration of medications

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NCLEX-RN Q & A Flash Cards makes it easy for you to study anywhere and everywhere. This latest update is based on the 1st edition and 2010 print edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

These questions are designed to assist nursing students in preparing for various courses across the curriculum and, of course, that all-important examination, the NCLEX-RN.

Key Features

• 1,535 questions in all
• All questions written at application and analysis level
• Organized according to systems and disease processes
• Rationales for correct and incorrect answers
• Approximately 200 alternate-format questions
• All questions field tested by nursing students
• Critical thinking-style questions, including
  • multiple choice
  • multiple answer
  • fill in the blank
  • graphic
• Questions cover medical-surgical content, with the remaining questions divided equally among pediatric, pharmacology, psychiatric, maternity, women's health, and management content
• Key questions on
  • major drug classes
  • medication administration
  • delegation
  • management content

Neonatal Formulary: Drug Use in Pregnancy and the First Year of Life continues to provide comprehensive guidance on the safe use of all the drugs prescribed during pregnancy and commonly given to babies during labour, delivery, and the first year of life.

The 7th Edition, provides improved and detailed coverage of the many drugs that are given to women during pregnancy and during lactation where the baby's welfare must be borne in mind as well as that of the mother. Thus the whole 'pregnancy through to parenthood' journey is treated as a continuous event with information about drug use and the effects of drugs at all stages of the development from fetus to infant. Containing far more detail than is available in the "British National Formulary for Children" and featuring updates related to specific drugs and dosing.

Key Features

• Contains monographs on over 230 drugs listed in alphabetical order, used most often during labour and the first few months of life
• Offers guidance on drug storage, safe drug administration, the care and use of intravascular lines, and the recognition, management and reporting of adverse reactions
• Provides information on the main drugs used to modify the diet of babies with congenital enzyme deficiencies
• A guide to some of the artificial milks used in babies with reflux, lactose intolerance and allergy
• Identifies and provides electronic access to all relevant systematic Cochrane reviews
• Significant interactions between drugs
• Section available on how to administer bolus and IV infusions safely

Whatever the practice setting - acute care, rehabilitation, outpatient, extended care, or in a school - turn to this invaluable resource to the neurological examination. It covers all of the common neuromuscular conditions, disorders, and diseases you might encountered in patients throughout their life spans. User friendly design and nearly 240 illustrations insure you can find just what you're looking for.

Neuro Notes Clinical Pocket Guide presents an overview of neuroanatomy and an outline of a neurological examination in an easy-to-reference format. This latest update is based on the 2009 print edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

Key Features

• Designed for physical therapists, physical therapy students, and related health professionals
• Presents an overview of neuroanatomy and an outline of a neurological examination in an easy-to-reference, full-color table in the first section
• Follows the preferred practice patterns for patients with neuromuscular disorders presented in the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice
• Features
  • neurological examination techniques
  • standardized tests
  • differential diagnosis
  • medical red flags
  • radiological/imaging techniques
  • medications for the most common disorders within each category
• Incorporates pain assessment within each disorder discussion, where appropriate
• Includes congenital or acquired disorders of the central nervous systems in infancy, childhood, and adolescence within the pediatric section
• It is a clinical guide for the assessment of patients with neuromuscular disorders
• Use the tables in the INTRO section to quickly find information on specific diseases/disorders or test and measures

"Neurological Differential Diagnosis: A Prioritized Approach" provides a practical, problem-based differential diagnosis for the entire spectrum of neurological disease.

The unique aspect of this resource is that the differential diagnosis lists are prioritized by listing the most common possibilities first. Furthermore, less common diagnoses that are potentially fatal or disabling in the acute period (diagnoses that "you don't want to miss") are also highlighted. Moreover, each differential also contains characteristics that help distinguish the specific diagnoses.

Key Features

• Invaluable resource to practitioners and medical trainees with an interest in neurological diagnosis, including neurology, neurosurgery and psychiatry residents, also internal medicine, primary care or family medicine residents, and, of course, medical students.
• Contains concise information to assist the practitioner in prioritizing likely diagnoses when encountering a patient complaining of neurological problems or deficits.
• A marvelous example of providing the practical and probabilistic approach to patients with disorders of the nervous system.
• The most common and the most dangerous disorders are given greater weight than rare or slowly evolving conditions that are less urgent.
• Each differential also contains characteristics that help distinguish the specific diagnoses.

The Jones & Bartlett Learning 2020 Nurse’s Drug Handbook is the most up-to-date, practical, and easy-to-use nursing drug reference. Updated annually, it provides accurate and timely facts on hundreds of drugs from A-Z. Written in a no-nonsense style that speaks your language in terms you use every day, it offers concise and consistently formatted drug entries organized alphabetically.

Key Features:

• Index of all generic, trade, and alternate drug names
• Chemical and therapeutic classes, FDA pregnancy risk category, and controlled substance schedule
• Indications and dosages, as well as route, onset, peak, and duration information
• Incompatibilities and contraindications
• Interactions with drugs, food, and activities
• Adverse reactions
• Nursing considerations, including key teaching points for patients
• Mechanism-of-action illustrations
• Warnings and precautions
• Updated antineoplastic drug therapy appendix
• Addition of bolded Life-Threatening Adverse Reactions (ADRs)
• NEW TO THIS EDITION
  • New drugs added to the 2020 Nurse's Drug Handbook include: PEGlated-auci jivi, baloxavir marboxil, baricitinib, inactivated-zhzo, didanosine, doravirine, Eravacycline, erenumab-aooe, fremanezumab-vfrm, frovatriptan, galcanezumab-gnlm, ganiciclovir, ibalizumab-uiyk, lofexidine, lubiprostone, omadacycline, plazomicin, revefenacin, rifamycin, saquinavir, sarecycline, semaglutide, sodium zirconium cyclosilicate, sufentanil, tildrakizumab-asmn

Nurse's Fast Facts is a compilation of all of those hard-to-remember procedures, calculations, lab values, and interactions in a quickly accessible PDA reference. This essential reference offers the most important but difficult to remember clinical information for nine nursing content areas as well as age-specific guidelines for assessing health problems and interpreting lab values. Get speedy access to information by specialty, and the many charts, graphs and illustrations.

Topics include:

• Medical-Surgical
• Gerontological Care
• Maternal-Infant
• Pediatric
• Mental Health
• Emergency and Critical Care
• Long-Term Care
• Home Health Care
• Nutrition

With Skyscape's patent pending smARTlink™ technology, RNFastFacts3™ can easily cross-index with other clinical and drug prescription products from Skyscape to provide a powerful and integrated source of clinical information that you can carry with you wherever you go!

This updated 4th edition offers detailed overviews of physiology to help nurses and students think critically and understand the results of laboratory and diagnostic tests and their implications for therapy. This latest update is based on the 4th edition and it includes additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates! It aids nurses and students in understanding the basis for a test, how to know if a test is appropriate, where problems can arise, and how to explain to patients what to watch out for. The content is presented as a guiding reference for planning care, providing specific interventions, and evaluating outcomes of nursing care.

What's New:

• Nursing care before, during, and after a test or procedure is thoughtfully covered
• Background information and description of the test or procedure are followed directly by the reference values and other clinical applications data for each test or group of tests
• For each test or study, the reference values include variations related to age or gender, if applicable
• Both conventional units and international units (SI) are specified

Nurses' Guide to Clinical Procedures provides step-by-step instructions for over 200 common nursing procedures. This latest update is based on the 6th edition and 2010 print edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

Each procedure is organized according to the nursing process, including assessment, sample diagnoses, planning, desired outcomes, implementation, evaluation, and documentation. Planning sections emphasize individual client needs and include pediatric, geriatric, home health, cultural, end-of-life, and delegation considerations. Implementation sections present specific steps and rationales. Icons highlight cultural considerations and cost-cutting tips.

Learning features put expertise at your fingertips:

• A quick-reference clinical-support tool designed to serve students in all types of educational programs and practicing nurses in any clinical setting
• Section overviews highlight the basic principles underlying each procedure
• Bulleted lists make essential facts easy to remember
• Planning sections help you tailor each care plan to the individual patient's needs
• Documentation samples for each procedure build sound practice performance
• Nursing process documents desired outcome and its evaluation in a narrative format

Nurses' Handbook of Health Assessment, 10th Edition is a full-color handbook — updated to reflect the latest clinical insights in Health Assessment for Nursing, 7th Edition — details everything students need to interview clients and conduct thorough physical assessments with ease, including up-to-date assessment guidelines, full-color anatomy and physiology illustrations, images of normal and abnormal findings, and more — all in a convenient format ideal for today’s on-the-go learning.

KEY FEATURES

• UPDATED! Content mirrors the latest textbook enhancements and familiarizes students with emerging challenges in health assessment.
• UPDATED! Full-color illustrations clarify anatomical and physiological concepts and normal and abnormal findings.
• Convenient, app format provides easy access to nursing assessment guidelines and findings in any setting.
• Unique 3-column assessment presentation guides students through assessment techniques, normal findings, and abnormal findings side by side to enhance comprehension.
• Geriatric variations, pediatric variations, and cultural variations in relevant chapters reinforce important considerations for the care of key client populations.

Perform nursing procedures safely and accurately, with the freshly updated Nursing Procedures Made Incredibly Easy, Second Edition. Written in the popular, lighthearted Incredibly Easy style, this comprehensive guide offers expert, step-by-step direction on a broad range of fundamental and system-based nursing procedures. This enjoyable way to learn nursing’s best practices will help you stay up-to-date with the latest in technology, nursing standards, NCLEX preparation, and safe, quality care.

NEW and updated content offers:

• Crucial patient care methods
• Current nursing practice guidelines
• directions for using the latest medical technology
• directions for ensuring patient safety and providing quality care

Coverage of topics including:

• Fundamental nursing procedures - Easy-to-follow algorithms for a patient’s entire hospital stay, from intake to discharge, including surgical care
• Specimen collection - Clear directions on collecting blood, urine, and other specimens
• Physical treatments - Techniques for heat and cold application, baths, support devices, wound care, drug administration, I.V. therapy, and more
• System-based procedures - Directions on procedures for all body systems
• Clear direction to meet the needs of your maternal, neonatal, and pediatric patients
• Easy-to-follow format for each procedure - Quick-skim paragraphs and bulleted lists specify equipment, step-by-step instructions, and practice pointers
• Nursing procedures guides such as comparing biological dressings and assessing pressure ulcers

Special features:

• Just the facts – Outline of chapter content at start of every chapter
• Write it down - Essential documentation points for each procedure
• Ages and stages – Issues where patient’s age impacts a procedure
• Handle with care - Patient care tips for elderly, pediatric, and bariatric patients
• Memory joggers – Simple tricks for remembering complex concepts
• Warning - Possible dangers, risks, complications, or contraindications associated with a particular procedure
• Quick Quiz – Questions & Answers at the end of every chapter

A Davis’s Notes Title

Perfect wherever you are…in class, in clinical, and in any practice setting! OB/GYN Peds Notes: Nurse's Clinical Pocket Guide delivers quick access to the essential clinical information you need to care for obstetric, gynecological, newborn, and pediatric patients in any setting. The 4th Edition of this popular pocket guide has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect nursing practice today.

NEW TO THIS EDITION

• New, Updated & Revised! Thoroughly updated and revised throughout to reflect the art and science of nursing today, including the latest guidelines, warning signs, and patient care for common procedures during pregnancy, labor, and delivery
• New! Coverage of families dealing with newborn anomaly, birth injury, or fetal demise, the high-risk or ill newborn, and nursing care of children and families dealing with end-of-life issues
• New! Content on assessment and nursing care of the opioid-addicted mother/newborn and nursing care of the child with cerebral palsy
• New! Content on pediatric blood pressure assessment and charts Updated & Revised! The most current guidelines, including ACOG Pap Smear, CDC Immunization in Pregnancy, ACOG and ACS Mammography, and ACOG and ACS Breast Self-Exam and Breast Self-Awareness
• Updated & Revised! Information on birth control and emergency contraception choices, pain control in labor, breastfeeding, safety teaching tips, and cultural competence guidance
• Updated! AWHONN practice guidelines for postpartum hemorrhage and ACOG guidelines for vaginal birth after cesarean section guide
• Updated & Revised! Terminology and definitions

KEY FEATURES

• Prenatal nursing care from conception through labor
• Assessment of women during stages of pregnancy, postpartum, and with gynecological complaints
• Techniques for medication administration, calculating fluids and rate
• Preventative care, symptoms, and testing for sexually transmitted diseases
• Coverage of newborn care
• Norms and assessment for infants and children, including immunization basics and standardized growth charts
• The most common reasons for the hospitalization of children and the appropriate nursing care
• Age-appropriate play for hospitalized children
• Patient teaching guidance
• Cultural awareness coverage, where appropriate

Completely revised and updated, the 2020-2021 Oncology Nursing Drug Handbook includes separate chapters on molecular and immunologic/biologic targeted therapies. These chapters provide fundamental reviews to assist nurses in understanding the cellular communication pathways disrupted by cancer. It also offers simplified content, attention to understanding the immune checkpoint inhibitors, new information about immunotherapy, new drugs and their indications, and updated indications and side effects for drugs recently approved by the FDA.

Key Features

• Provides valuable information on effective symptom management, patient education, and chemotherapy administration.
• Completely revised and updated, includes separate chapters on molecular and immunologic/biologic targeted therapies
• Provides fundamental reviews to assist nurses in understanding the cellular communication pathways disrupted by cancer
• Offers simplified content, attention to understanding the immune checkpoint inhibitors, new information about immunotherapy, new drugs and their indications, and updated indications and side effects for recently FDA approved drugs
• New drugs include: apalutamide (Erleada™), calaspargase pegol-mknl (Asparlas™), Daunorubicin and cytarabine liposome for injection (Vyxeos®), glucarpidase (Voraxaze®), alpelisib (Piqray®), binimetinib (Mektovi®), dacomitinib (Vizimpro®), Duvelisib (Copiktra®), encorafenib (Braftovi®), erdafitinib (Balversa™), lorlatinib (Lorbrena®), anakinra (Kineret®), baricitinib (Olumiant®), sarilumab (Kevzara®), aprepitant injectable emulsion (Cinvanti®), granisetron hydrochloride extended-release injection (Sustol®), letermovir (Prevymis™), omadacycline (Nuzyra™), meropenem/vaborbactam (Vabomere™), Plazomicin (Zemdri™), baloxavir marboxil (Xofluza™), imipenem/cilastatin sodium/relebactam (Recarbrio™), eravacycline (Xerava™), delafloxacin (Baxdela™)

Get essential pediatric nursing guidance and vital information in your pocket, with the freshly updated Pediatric Facts Made Incredibly Quick!®, 3rd Edition.

Like having a friendly, experienced coworker at your side, this enjoyable, colorfully illustrated guide clarifies vital pediatric nursing skills and concepts, with easy-to-remember how-to’s on pediatric vital signs, pain assessments, meds administration, and more. Whether you’re a nursing student or a nurse who is new to pediatrics, this must-have quick-reference delivers on-the-spot knowledge and confidence needed to provide safe, effective care.
Get the know-how you need to succeed, with this colorful in-your-pocket guide.

KEY FEATURES

• NEW and updated content on crucial pediatric nursing skills
• Mobile application format easily fits in your pocket for at-a-glance answers
• Dozens of color photos, drawings, and diagrams that demonstrate the concise, easy-to-remember text
• Clear directions and helpful tables delineating vital technical information, including:
  • Lab Values – Chemistry tests, complete blood count, antibiotic levels, urine, acid-base disorders
  • Meds / IV Therapy – Immunization schedules, calculations, conversions, BSA, administration methods and sites, fluid needs, IV solutions, blood compatibility, insulin IV solutions – Infusion therapy and rates
• Uniquely designed layout provides quick access to a broad range of techniques, data, and information on areas such as: Growth and Patterns of Development – Theories of development; expected growth rates; height and weight tables; stages of development – language, play, psychosocial, moral, intuitive; sexual maturity; preparation for hospitalization and surgery
• Assessment – Health history; length and head circumference; physical exams; abuse assessments; burns; mental health; vital signs – normal heart rates; assessment of body systems – eyes and ears, respiratory, cardiovascular, GI, urinary, nervous, musculoskeletal, hematological, immune, and endocrine
• Emergency measures – CPR, choking, ACLS algorithms
• Skills – Med administration, IVs, precautions, tracheostomy care
• Teaching – SIDS, choking, toileting, burns, poison, drowning, falls, vehicle safety
• Resources – Conversion, nutrition, sleep, cultural concerns
• Important on-the-job and classroom resources – includes an English-to-Spanish guide for translations of basic terms “Nurse Joy” and “Jake” provide expert insights and encouragement on assessments and interventions

On-the-spot treatment advice for the most frequently encountered problems in pediatrics.

Key Features

• Comprehensive overview of the initial evaluation and treatment of more than 90 of the most common problems seen daily on the wards
• Organized for quick access to essential information you need to manage patients efficiently
• Thoroughly updated on-call problems reflect current practice and treatment options
• Therapeutics section offers a quick reference to commonly used medications and includes generic drugs as well as vitamins, minerals, and natural products

This concise yet comprehensive review is the perfect tool to prepare for certification, recertification, CME - or for use as a clinical refresher. Featuring the expert insight, its highly efficient format conveniently condenses and simplifies only the most important content for maximum yield and minimum time.

This resource is divided into five sections. The first section addresses general aspects of perioperative care and considerations that apply to most surgical patients. The second section highlights aspects specific to different types of surgery, and the third concerns preoperative evaluation and management of concomitant medical conditions. The fourth section covers general prophylactic measures, and the fifth reviews evaluation and management of postoperative complications.

Key Features

• Ideal for all internists, hospitalists, and all clinicians who assess and provide medical care for the surgical patient
• Streamlined, bulleted format ensures quick comprehension of key concepts and reinforces your understanding of the most complex topics in medical consultation and perioperative medicine
• An incisive look at comorbid conditions, assessment, and surgical care implications
• Expert, up-to-date coverage of the most critical, need-to-know concepts in perioperative care, from preoperative risk assessment to postoperative follow-up and recover-and much more
• Logically organized, easy-to-follow topics help focus your study and provide rapid access to specific subjects

For more than 25 years, Dr. Charles Ciccone has been the forerunner in helping physical therapists explore how medications affect patient rehabilitation.

And he’s been updating his text ever since to make sure you stay on the brink of science and innovation as drug changes occur every day and expectations for your role continually evolve.

Pharmacology in Rehabilitation, 5th Edition, you’ll find even more case studies, review questions, information on vitamins and supplements, and expanded coverage of chemotherapy and cancer treatments.

Key Features

• Understand the benefits and adverse effects of medications commonly taken by patients receiving physical rehabilitation.
• Know the latest changes in traditional treatment paradigms for specific diseases.
• Discover how and why various medications are being used in new ways.

Pocket Anatomy and Physiology offers crystal-clear, full-color illustrations with concise labels put all the need-to-know A&P information at your fingertips. Whether you’re looking for a cross section of the cardiac conducting system, a postoperative view of a total hip replacement, or any other perspective on the human body - you’ll find it here.

KEY FEATURES

• A brief description introduces each body system.
• Crystal clear presentation makes the illustrations pop from the pages.
• Precise labels accurately identify every structure.
• Unique anatomical views—like the cross section of the hand—highlight every detail in full-color.
• Every page tells you the orientation of every figure—no more guessing at what you’re viewing.
• Easy-to-reference tables summarize all of the relevant physiology.

NEW TO THIS EDITION

• Ten new original pathophysiology illustrations showing common issues encountered by health professionals.

REVIEWS

• See what students and practitioners are saying online about previous edition…
• “Must for A&P students! I am officially addicted to this pocket guide.”
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Reflects completely revised and thoroughly researched “state of the art” material that will enable the practitioner to elevate his/her level of perioperative patient care to new standards of excellence. This latest update is based on the 3rd edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates!

Comprehensive patient care is addressed, including psychological care of the patient in surgery, safety measures for the patient and perioperative personnel, the written record of intra-, pre- and postoperative care, The Joint Commission’s Universal Protocol and AORN’s standards and recommended practices, (including correct site and laterality considerations).

This invaluable resource presents more than 500 surgical procedures! Each surgical procedure includes a definition, a discussion, and a description of each procedure, as well as notes on preparation of the patient and safe positioning practices, skin preparation, draping techniques, equipment, instrumentation, supplies, and Special Notes pertinent to patient care for each procedure.

Key Features:

• Addresses the roles of the registered nurse and the surgical technologist in the perioperative environment.
• Covers more than 500 surgical procedures, including more than 100 new and significantly amended procedures.
• Features extensive coverage of minimal access surgery, including endoscopic procedures for multiple specialties, microsurgical techniques, and instrumentation for these procedures.
• New sections on various dental and orthognathic procedures and intraoperative radiotherapy are presented.
• Includes a Surgical Assessment and Perioperative Checklist, and a Preoperative Care Plan adaptable to the individual patient, complete with areas that focus on nursing care and desired outcomes.
• Included the sections containing the latest information on advanced surgical modalities employing lasers, endoscopy, robotics, microsurgical techniques and instrumentation, the Harmonic® and Plasma® scalpels, the Argon beam coagulator®, and radiofrequency ablation.
• Updates the section on anesthesia and anesthetic drugs.
• Describes equipment and instrument trays, including pediatric trays.
• Provides charting/documentation of care to comply with medico legal requirements.
• Special Notes to alert the circulator and the scrub person to important information that may not necessarily be found elsewhere.

This handy resource will become an invaluable companion on the road to becoming a successful nurse. This latest update is based on the 1st edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

Pocket Nursing Skills: What you need to know now put the what, why, and how for 106 fundamentals skills and procedures right at your fingertips! From the team of Wilkinson and Treas, this handy resource will become an invaluable companion on the road to becoming a successful nurse and, can provide quick access to the critical aspects of most often used procedures

Key Features

• Details the critical aspects of 106 fundamental nursing skills
• Features 'Be Safe' alerts for circumstances that can affect either you or your patient
• Offers 'Be Smart' sections, clinical pearls from experienced practitioners

When every moment counts, count on Poisoning & Drug Overdose

Designed for speed of use during toxicologic emergencies, this instant-answer guide delivers critical information on the effective diagnosis and treatment of drug-related emergencies and chemical exposures. Enhanced by detailed tables and charts, extensive cross-referencing, and a comprehensive index, the Seventh Edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect newly released drugs and the latest information on existing drugs.

Poisoning & Drug Overdose is divided into four sections:

• Section 1 leads you through initial emergency management, including treatment of coma, hypotension, and other common complications; physical and laboratory diagnosis; and methods of decontamination and enhanced eliminations of poisons
• Section II provides detailed information on hundreds of common drugs and poisons
• Section III describes the use and side effects of more than 80 antidotes and therapeutic drugs
• Section IV covers the medical management of chemical spills and occupational chemical exposures, and includes a table of more than 500 industrial chemicals

Put essential nursing skills and procedures at your fingertips! Based on Potter & Perry's bestselling textbook Clinical Nursing Skills & Techniques, this pocket guideprovides quick access to 83 key nursing skills in a convenient, A-to-Z format. Step-by-step instructions include full-color photos plus rationales explaining why and how to use specific techniques, and also suggest nursing interventions for potential complications. The app is an ideal companion during clinical rotations. Reflecting the latest in evidence-based practice, this study tool and clinical reference helps you perform core nursing skills safely and effectively.

NEW TO THIS EDITION
NEW! Skills are added and all skills throughout are updated to match the latest evidence-based practice, guidelines, and standards — ensuring safe, effective performance of skills.

KEY FEATURES

• Authoritative content is based on and matches Perry, Potter, Ostendorf & Laplante’s Clinical Nursing Skills & Techniques, 10th Edition, making this book ideal as a quick, handy skills reference for information in the core text.
• A-to-Z organization of skills makes it easy to find information quickly, with each skill beginning on a new page.
• Clear, step-by-step instructions include the purpose for performing each skill, guidelines to help in delegating tasks to assistive personnel, lists of required equipment, and full-color photographs and drawings.
• Concise two-column format for skills includes rationales for each step, providing the "what" and the "why" for performing the steps of each skill.
• Unexpected Outcomes / Related Interventions provide troubleshooting information for common problems that may develop when performing a skill and also recommend appropriate actions.
• Safety Alerts within the skills highlight important information for patient safety and effective performance of the skill.
• Special Considerations address teaching, home care settings, and pediatric and geriatric patients, describing the risks or accommodations needed when caring for patients in these populations.
• Gloving logo within the skills steps identifies circumstances in which clean gloves should be worn or gloves should be changed before proceeding to the next step of the skill.
• Documentation guidelines provide bulleted lists of what should be reported and recorded in the patient records.

Choose the best possible skin and wound care products to support your patients’ skin health and wound healing, with the invaluable Product Guide to Skin and Wound Care, 8th Edition.

Listing 294 product in alphabetical order, this handy product guide for wound care practitioners across all practice settings offers detailed information—sizes, action, indications, contraindications, application, and removal information—so that your choices stay informed and accurate.

Know the purpose and use of skin and wound care products, to assist in the proper product choice, usage, and documentation:

• NEW products to update your formulary choices, including sizes, action, indication, application and removal
• Offers concise reviews of the many skin and wound care products now available—including collagens, hydrocolloids, antifungals, and antimicrobials, liquid skin protectants, moisture barriers, and other skin care products
• NEW enhanced, full-color manufacturer photos of each product
• Offers the characteristics, function, and use of skin and wound care dressings, drugs, and devices, including classification of a particular condition
• Offers an Alphabetical Wound Care Product Guide that illustrates:
  • Product information detailing action, indications, contraindications, application, and removal
  • Reimbursement codes for products provided by manufacturers
  • Many product references supporting products
• Wound care product categories include: alginates, antimicrobials, cellular and tissue-based products, collagens, composites, contact layers, drugs, foams, hydrocolloids, hydrogels, negative pressure wound therapy, specialty absorptives, surgical dressings, transparent films, wound fillers, and other devices and products
• Offers a comprehensive listing of additional products—abdominal dressings and holders, compression bandage systems, conforming bandages, elastic bandage rolls, impregnated gauzes, nonimpregnated gauzes, packing strips, tapes and wound cleansers
• A must-have for any wound care practitioner—provides you with the easy-to-reference product details needed to move your practice forward and stay at the forefront of your field

Psychiatric Nursing: Assessment, Care Plans, and Medications, 9th Edition is the most complete and easy-to-use resource on how to develop practical, individualized plans of care for psychiatric and mental health patients. It’s really two books in one! The first half provides the diagnostic information needed to create a care plan; the second half covers the safe prescription and administration of psychotropic medications. And, the concepts can be applied to a variety of healthcare settings…from in-patient hospitalization through the outpatient clinic…to home health and private practice. Completely revised and updated throughout, the 9th Edition reflects all of the new knowledge and new medications in the field, including the DSM-5, and all of today’s new psychotropic medications.

Key Features

• Index of Client Behaviors with page numbers listed on inside covers.
• Concept Mapping and the use of Concept Care Map Plans introduced in Chapter 1.
• Organized by DSM-5 and diagnoses.
• Nursing diagnoses and interventions include the definition, possible etiologies ("Related to ..."), defining characteristics ("Evidenced by ..."), objectives broken down to show long- and short-term goals, interventions with selected rationales, and desired patient outcomes/discharge criteria.
• Each psychiatric disorder lists background assessment data, predisposing factors, symptomatology, and nursing diagnoses and nursing interventions commonly associated with the disorder.
• Unit on psychotropic drug classifications covers anti-anxiety agents, antidepressants, mood stabilizing agents, antipsychotics, antiparkinsonian drugs, sedative hypnotics, and agents for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
• Indications, route, and dosage listed for individual drugs as well as for classifications.

New To This Edition

• UPDATED & REVISED! All content, thoroughly revised and updated, reflects the education and practice of nursing today.
• UPDATED! Coverage of psychiatric disorders reflects the DSM-5.
• EXPANDED & UPDATED! Section on psychotropic medications includes the addition of medications available since the last edition and the deletion of those discontinued.
• NEW! New content on factitious disorder • Munchhausen syndrome • working with military families.
• EXPANDED! More communication interventions in the care plans to reinforce the emphasis on therapeutic communication.
• NEW! Two additional rating scales in the appendix…The Hamilton Depression Rating Scale and The Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale.

Awarded second place in the 2015 AJN Book of the Year Award in the Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing category

A Davis’s Notes Title, Perfect wherever you are…in class, in clinical, and in any practice setting! This handy guide delivers quick access to need-to-know information on DSM-5 disorders and treatments, psychotropic drugs, documentation, and patient education. No other resource delivers as much information in a format that’s as easy to read, easy to access, carry all the content on your mobile device.

KEY FEATURES

• Coverage of documentation • psychiatric medications, restraints and seclusion • DSM-5 disorders and treatments • and patient education and care
• Basic behavioral theories at a glance
• Key aspects of psychiatric and crisis interventions
• General mental status assessments and exams, with focused assessments for adult and geriatric populations, including mini-cognitive assessment instrument for dementia and rating scale for Lewy Body diseases
• Essential information on psychotropic drugs
• Client/family education tables, tips, and strategies
• Cultural considerations and assessment tool

NEW TO THIS EDITION

• Addresses important topics such as Telepsychiatry and Teletherapy and more importantly Covid-19 and its effect on mental health, both on individuals as well as health care providers.
• Several new psychotropics — for tardive dyskinesia, PTSD, treatment-resistant depression, and also a new medication for schizophrenia.
• Crises that deal with Covid and PTSD as well as the military, and geriatrics in a clinical pocket companion.
• Multiaxial assessment, CAGE, self-administered patient health questionnaires 2 and 9, and many other assessment tools
• Clinical pearls throughout to provide practical on-the-spot advice
• UPDATED & REVISED! All content thoroughly reviewed, revised, and updated to incorporate the newest knowledge in the field, including new drugs and drug updates.

This concise and invaluable resource will help prepare students and nurses for common psychosocial and psychiatric problems that can coincide with patients' medical problems. This latest update is based on the 2008 print edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates!

Psychosocial Nursing for General Patient Care bridges the gap between the information contained in the large, comprehensive psychiatric resources and the information needed to function effectively in a variety of healthcare settings.

Key Features

• Useful for clinician to find the information to effectively handle specific patient problems.
• The nursing student can use this resource as a supplement to other resources and will be useful throughout nursing school curriculum.
• New sections on homeless with chronic illness and caring for patients in disaster.
• New interventions focusing on new anti-psychotic medications.
• Expanded coverage on dual diagnosis, emotional response to community disasters, preventing the escalation of violence and alternative and complementary treatments.
• The concise, quick reference format used throughout this resource allows the nurse to easily find information on a specific psychosocial problem commonly seen in practice.
• Organized to provide easy access to information on etiology, assessment, age-specific implications, nursing diagnosis and interventions, patient/family education, interdisciplinary management including pharmacology, and community based care.

Designed to offer essential information on-the-spot, where it's needed most! RAPID ACLS, 2nd Edition, Revised Reprint is now updated to reflect the 2010 emergency cardiovascular care guidelines contains a broad range of topics pertaining to advanced cardiac life support including information on airway management, pharmacology, vascular access, ECGs, electrical therapy, acute coronary syndromes, and special resuscitation situations. Loaded with tables, mnemonics, and algorithms throughout, it is ideal for use in clinical practice or during an ACLS course.

Key Features

• Revised and unique treatment algorithms reflect the 2010 emergency cardiovascular care guidelines and illustrate the necessary sequential steps in treating patients in emergency situations
• Over 70 tables throughout the text including dysrhythmias and cardiac medications provide the basics of dysrhythmias and medications at a glance
• Commonly used but rarely memorized information broken down into tables, algorithms, and acronyms help the user rapidly locate essential information
• Includes 6 interactive flowcharts which act as step-by-step decision support tool

The sixth edition of this comprehensive yet concise Rosen & Barkin’s 5 Minute Emergency Medicine Consult pulls together up-to-date and evidence-based practice guidelines for easy use in a busy emergency department. Brief layout with bullet-friendly, clutter-free topics, you can quickly decipher the information you need to confirm your diagnosis, order tests, manage treatment and more!

KEY FEATURES

• Features new information—based on the latest practice guidelines and theoretical developments—and new approaches to diagnosis and management.
• Designed for integrating into your practice—in an urgent care setting with patients or during downtime between patients or meetings.
• Covers over 600 disease and condition topics, such as bleeding, orthopedic injuries, gastric conditions, domestic violence and more.
• Suitable for all practitioners, nurses and residents in an emergency room setting.

Skyscape's App is based on the print edition of often called the Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-PN® Examination

8th Edition provides everything you need to prepare for the NCLEX exam — complete content review and 4,500+ NCLEX examination-style questions.

Get the best review for the NCLEX-PN® exam from the leading NCLEX® experts! Written by Linda Anne Silvestri and Angela E. Silvestri, Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-PN® Examination, 8th Edition provides everything you need to prepare for success on the NCLEX-PN. The book includes a review of all nursing content areas, more than 4,500 NCLEX exam-style questions, detailed rationales, test-taking tips and strategies, and new Next-Generation NCLEX (NGN)-style questions. Mobile app simulates the exam-taking experience with a choice of practice questions along with realistic practice tests. Based on Silvestri’s proven Pyramid to Success, this complete review is a perennial favorite of students preparing for the NCLEX.

New to this edition

• NEW! Next-Generation NCLEX® (NGN)-style questions ensure that you are ready for the biggest change to the NCLEX-PN test plan in many years.
• New! The current NCLEX-PN® test plan is incorporated throughout the app.

"Try before you buy" - Download the FREE App, includes sample Chapters and ~100 practice questions.

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Key Features

• More than 4,500 practice questions are included.
• Detailed rationales are provided for both correct and incorrect answer options.
• Alternate item format questions include multiple response, prioritizing, fill-in-the-blank, figure/chart, and video clips.
• Test-taking strategies provide useful hints for analyzing and uncovering correct answer options.
• Pyramid Points and Pyramid Alerts identify content that typically appears on the NCLEX-PN exam
• Pyramid to Success sections at the beginning of each unit provide an overview of content, guidance for your review, and the subject’s relative importance in the NCLEX-PN text plan.
• What Should You Do? boxes in each chapter help you develop critical thinking skills, with answers at the end of the chapter.
• UNIQUE! A 75-question pre-test provides feedback on your strengths and weaknesses, and the results generate an individualized study calendar.

App Features

• Study Mode (Attempt a question, see answer and the rationale)
• Create Quiz (Select topic, number of questions - Pause and resume anytime)
• Time Mode (Answer as many questions as possible in a set time to improve your speed)
• Study Goals (Recommends quantity of questions to complete daily based on goal/test date)
• Stats (View details on topics mastered so you can focus on weak areas)
• Bookmark tricky questions and add notes - Creating flashcards

• ASK-AN-EXPERT - Nurse educators are on standby. Free service from Skyscape, response within 24 hours.

In-app purchase unlocks:

• Over 4,500+ practice questions and study chapters 
• Question categorized by: 
• Client needs
• Cognitive level
• Integrated process
• Content area
• Priority concepts
• UNIQUE! A detailed test-taking strategy and rationale
• Inclusion of all alternate item format questions to give users practice with mastering prioritizing, decision-making, and critical thinking skills. 
• Multiple response
• Prioritizing [ordered response]
• Fill-in-the-blank
• Figure/illustration [hot spot]
• Chart/exhibit video
• Audio questions
• Pyramid to Success sections at the beginning of each unit provide an overview of content, guidance for your review, and the subject’s relative importance in the NCLEX-PN text plan.
• Pyramid Points and Pyramid Alert boxes identify content that typically appears on the NCLEX-PN exam.
• What Should You Do? boxes in each chapter help you develop critical thinking skills, with answers at the end of the chapter.

Educators - Make NCLEX prep part of the curriculum with hundreds of example questions

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After the Exam - Candidate Performance Report gives summary of how you performed in and description of the content area with a list of topics related to it. Your performance in each area is described in one of the following ways

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Prepare for success on the NCLEX-RN® exam with this complete review! Often called the the best NCLEX® exam review book ever, Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-RN® Examination, 9th Edition, reviews all nursing content areas related to the current test plan. This new edition includes 5,700 NCLEX exam-style questions in the app, including alternate items formats and Next Generation NCLEX questions. Don't make the mistake of assuming the quality of the questions is the same in all NCLEX exam review books; only this book includes the kinds of questions that consistently test the clinical judgment skills necessary to pass today's NCLEX exam. Even better, all answers include detailed rationales to help you learn from your answer choices as well as test-taking strategies with tips on how to best approach each question. Written by the most trusted names in NCLEX review, Linda Anne Silvestri and Angela Elizabeth Silvestri, this is THE book of choice for NCLEX preparation. But don’t just take our word for it ? read any customer review or ask your classmates to see why there's nothing else like it!

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More than 5,700 practice questions offer ample testing practice.

• UNIQUE! Detailed test-taking strategy is included for each question, offering clues for analyzing and uncovering the correct answer option, with rationales provided for both correct and incorrect answers.
• UNIQUE! Pyramid Points icons indicate important information, identifying content that is likely to appear on the NCLEX-RN® examination.
• UNIQUE! Pyramid Alerts appear in red text and highlight important nursing concepts, and identify content that typically appears on the NCLEX-RN examination.
• UNIQUE! Priority Concepts ? two in each chapter ? discuss important content and nursing interventions, and reflect the latest edition of Giddens’ Concepts for Nursing Practice text.
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New graduate’s perspective is offeredon how to prepare for the NCLEX-RN, in addition to nonacademic preparation, the CAT format, and test-taking strategies. Mnemonics are included to help you remember important information. Alternate item format questions cover multiple response, prioritizing [ordered response], fill-in-the-blank, figure/illustration [hot spot], chart/exhibit, video, and audio questions.

75-question comprehensive exam covers all content areas in the book in the same percentages that they are covered on the actual NCLEX-RN test plan. Practice questions on Evolve areorganizedby content area, cognitive level, client needs area, integrated process, health problem, clinical judgment, and priority concepts, allowing completely customizable exams or study sessions.

• NEW! Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN) examination-style questions prepare you for the biggest change to the NCLEX-RN® test plan to date.
• NEW! Thoroughly updated content incorporates clinical updates and reflects the latest NCLEX-RN test plan.
• NEW! Clinical Judgment boxes identify clinical judgment situations, each addressing one of the six cognitive skills of the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model.
• NEW! Additional questions cover health problem areas and complex care.
• NEW! Urinary and Bowel Elimination and Hygiene, Mobility, and Skin Integrity chapters are added to this edition.

Ensure safe and effective drug therapy with this easy-to-use handbook! Saunders Nursing Drug Handbook 2024 provides you with current, detailed information on more than 1,000 generic and 4,000 trade name drugs. This handy, user-friendly guide includes updated uses, dosage forms, warnings, side effects and adverse reactions, IV drug administration, nursing considerations, and much more. Organized alphabetically by generic drug name for quick reference, this book stands out from the others in guiding the nurse through the steps essential to quality patient care. New drug monographs cover 12 new FDA-approved medications!

Key Features

• More than 1,000 generic name drugs, encompassing over 4,000 trade name drugs, are organized alphabetically with A-to-Z tabs for quick and easy access.
• UNIQUE! Herbal information is included in the appendix, covering the interactions and effects of commonly encountered herbs.
• Detailed information for each drug includes side effects listed by frequency, and adverse effects and reactions requiring prompt intervention.
• Drugs by Disorder are listed in the front of the book for easy reference, showing common disorders and the drugs most often used for treatment.
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• Black Box Alerts and High Alert drugs are highlighted to promote safe administration of drugs that pose the greatest risk for patient harm, and Do Not Confuse With warnings call out drug names that sound alike or look alike.
• Top 100 Drugs list helps you easily identify the most frequently administered drugs. Cross-references to the 400 top U.S. brand-name drugs are located throughout the content for easy access.
• List of newly approved medications in the front of the book makes it easy to locate the latest drugs.
• Nursing considerations are organized in a functional nursing process framework and include baseline assessment, intervention/evaluation, and patient/family teaching. Information on lifespan and disorder-related dosage variations covers special considerations for pediatric, geriatric, hepatic, and immune- or renal-compromised patients.
• Extensive IV content includes IV compatibilities/IV incompatibilities and breaks down key information on reconstitution, rate of administration, and storage, as well as an IV

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Full purchased content 1200 updated practice questions reflect the most recent NCLEX-PN test plan including "Alternative styles" such as Select-all-that-apply, Reorder, Fill-in-the-blank.

Get thorough NCLEX-PN review anytime and anywhere with Saunders Q&A Review Cards for the NCLEX-PN® Exam, 2nd Edition. From Linda Silvestri, the foremost expert in NCLEX prep, comes a collection of portable review cards with practice questions that reflect the latest NCLEX-PN test plan. Completely updated and organized by NCLEX Client Needs category, each of the 1,200 cards features an NCLEX practice question on the front, along with the question’s answer, rationale, and focused review topic on the reverse side. Silvestri’s insightful test-taking tips are also included to ensure you are fully prepared both in knowledge and mindset to ace the NCLEX-PN exam on the first try.

Key Features

• UNIQUE! Test-taking strategies for each practice question provide direction and hints to the correct answer.
• Practice questions include detailed rationales for both the correct and incorrect options.

New to this Edition

• NEW! 1,200 updated practice questions reflect the most recent NCLEX-PN test plan.
• NEW! Questions organized by clinical area allow you to focus on areas of weakness and use the cards as study aids for your course exams.
• NEW! Alternate item format question types including multiple response, prioritizing (ordered response), fill-in-the-blank, figure/illustration (hot spot), and chart/exhibit prepare you for the interactive question types on the actual computerized exam. NEW! Increased pharmacology, prioritization, delegation and triage/disaster management coverage reflects the increased emphasis on these topics on the NCLEX-PN.
• NEW and UNIQUE! Highlighted keywords or phrases in each answer identify a recommended review topic related to the question.
• NEW and UNIQUE! Highlighted keywords or phrases in each test-taking strategy identify a recommended strategy to approach the question.
• NEW! Two-color design highlights key content.

Schwartz's Manual of Surgery has become the resource of choice for both practicing physicians, residents, and even surgical clerkship students who are interested in a comprehensive, yet concise on-the-job reference detailing the most current practices and trends.

Key Features

• Focus on surgical techniques
• New visuals including more tables, charts, highlighted topics, radiologic images, and surgical procedures
• New content includes: staging tables for cancer, anesthesia guidance, pre-and-postoperative management of the surgical patient

Skyscape Labs written for the healthcare provider who wants to understand what a given test is, its clinical significance, and how the test can aide in patient diagnosis and treatment.

Edited by a practicing clinician, Skyscape Labs provides the most extensive and most relevant diagnostic and clinical information about tests for use in the point of care environment.

Skyscape Labs was specifically developed for use on mobile devices, with a consistent and intuitive format. Healthcare providers will be able to rapidly obtain a description of the test; understand its clinical utility; and see what a high or low value might mean.

Skyscape Labs covers all of the most popular laboratory tests. And the breadth of content is constantly expanding, with substantial updates available every 4-6 weeks (updates free during the term of your subscription).

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With the rapid growth of the Spanish-speaking population globally, this comprehensive communicator has become a crucial resource for healthcare students and professionals. This latest update is based on the 4th edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

Spanish-English English-Spanish Medical Dictionary provides easy access to nearly 23,000 medical terms, technology-related medical terms, and medical abbreviations, plus definitions, translations, pronunciation, signs and symptoms, patient communication phrases, and much more.

Key Features

• Updated and enhanced terminology, appendices, and illustrations
• Alphabetical organization makes locating terms quick and easy
• Color anatomical insert with labels in both English and Spanish
• Concise definitions with usage and translations for quick and easy reference
• Grammar sections provide a grammatical overview of both the English and Spanish languages
• Illustrations highlight key terms and concepts
• Spanish and English sections: all terms and definitions appear in both languages
• Valuable appendices including many key phrases and medical scenarios to help users better communicate with patients
• Consent, Authorization, and Release forms to obtain easier communication with patients when research projects or procedures are done
• Valuable Appendices include additional phrases focusing on HIV, AIDS, neonatology and bioterrorism
• Verb tables
• The content has been fully updated by adding new phrases ranging across the specialties of cardiology, immunology, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, and neonatology - all fields noted for their new technical and procedural developments

Thoroughly revised and updated with more than 56,000 entries, this resource contains the medical terminology used in more than 30 of today's fastest growing health profession areas. This latest update is based on the 7th edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

In Stedman's Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing, you’ll also find comprehensive inclusion of entries suited for the nursing field.

Key Features

• A-Z organization for quick reference to find definitions
• Includes 1,000 color illustrations
• More British alternative spellings
• More than 70 leading consultants from the fastest growing nursing and health professions contributed to the enhancements of this latest edition
• Written pronunciations for every term helps you master usage quickly

Get trusted anesthesiology guidance in a compact, high-yield source with Stoelting’s Handbook of Pharmacology and Physiology in Anesthetic Practice. Updated from the Fifth Edition of Stoelting's Pharmacology and Physiology in Anesthetic Practice, this handbook provides succinct, current, and accurate information on the pharmacology and physiology that are relevant to anesthesiology, equipping you to deliver safe and effective perioperative patient management.

Delivers instant access to the most critical information and provides fast facts on the pharmacology of commonly used anesthetic agents and on the physiologic responses of the body to anesthesia.

Whether you're a resident preparing for Board exams or an experienced clinician searching for a critical piece of information needed for a surgical procedure, this reference has what you need.

Key Features:

• Timely coverage addresses the full spectrum of anesthetic agents with detailed information on pharmacology, mechanism of action , physiologic response, indications, contraindications and more
• Apply the latest knowledge with coverage of all new drugs, as well as new findings on the actions and interactions of established drugs.
• More than 250 tables distill vital information for at-a-glace review
• A wealth of illustrations suppose the content and provide a quick visual reference
• A separate drug index helps you locate essential data on both established and emerging anesthetic agents

On-the-spot treatment advice for more than 75 of the most common surgical on-call problems.

Key Features

• Comprehensive overview of the evaluation and treatment of common problems that present on a surgical service
• Organized for quick access to essential information you need to manage patients efficiently
• Differential diagnosis, key laboratory and diagnostic tests, and treatment plans for 75+ common on-call problems
• Thoroughly updated on-call problems, procedures, and tests reflect current practice and treatment options
• New medical section offers a quick reference to commonly used drugs

Swanton's Cardiology A Concise Guide to Clinical Practice is a highly practical, user-friendly resource and learning information which will be of great value to a wide variety of staff working with cardiac patients. This invaluable resource has been highly praised for its readability, conciseness and clear illustrations. This is an ideal resource for the young consultant cardiologist, trainee cardiology registrar, senior staff nurse or scientific officer.

Medical students will find much of value here with information packed in a didactic style, together with helpful lists and tables. This latest update is based on the 6th edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates!

Key Features

• New section on pregnancy in patients with heart disease.
• Many sections have been extensively revised, and in particular those on the cardiomyopathies, coronary disease, heart failure, echocardiography and the heart in systemic disease.
• A summary of the "At a Glance Guide" for driving in the UK for patients with heart disease is now included in appendix Driving and Cardiovascular Disease in the UK.
• Sections on congenital heart disease, pacing and cardiac investigations which fill any gaps in doctors' and nurses' clinical course.
• Well referenced with respect to the latest landmark clinical trials.
• Highlights frequent dilemmas and difficulties encountered in clinical cardiology.
• Provides practical help to doctors, nurses and cardiac scientific officers confronted by typical management problems in the cardiac patient.

Taber’s brings meanings to life.

Put the language of nursing, medicine, and the healthcare professions at your fingertips. In hand, online, or on your mobile device—anywhere and everywhere, Taber’s 24 is the all-in-one, go-to source in the classroom, clinical, and beyond.

Under the editorial direction of Donald Venes, MD, MSJ, a team of expert consulting editors and consultants representing nearly every health care profession ensures that the content reflects today’s most current and relevant information.

App includes a FREE, 1-year subscription to Taber’s WebView, the complete Taber’s database for quick reference when and where you need it.

Key Features

• Mobile and Web access must-have information in any setting.
• 75,000+ terms—put the language of health care at your fingertips in class, clinical, and practice.
• FREE, 1-year subscription to Taber’s WebView, powered by Skyscape—tap into all of the knowledge in Taber’s anytime, anywhere.
• Full-color illustrations—make often complex concepts easier to understand, including detailed illustrations of anatomy and physiology, and photographs of diseases and disorders that focus on their distinguishing features.
• Tools for clinical success—integrate must-have information where you need it.
• Patient Care Statements—Quick-reference summaries detail assessment, treatment, and patient teaching requirements.
• Caution/Safety Statements—An easy-to-find icon highlights information critical to safe patient care.
• Disease/Disorder Entries—Concise descriptions summarize diagnosis, signs and symptoms, etiology, treatments, and prognosis.
• 2020-21 NANDA-I.—The complete list of nursing diagnoses makes reference quick and easy.
• Over 30,000 audio pronunciations—build speaking confidence.
• Appendices—put must-know, rarely memorized information at your fingertips, including normal reference laboratory values and prefixes, suffixes, and combining forms, as well as abbreviations, symbols, and units of measurement, documentation system definitions, and translations of common healthcare terms and phrases in English, French, and Spanish.

See what students and practitioners are saying about the previous edition…

• Five Stars “What every medical student, student nurse, paramedic student, and medical professional should have.”—Kelly, Online Reviewer
• EVERYTHING A NURSING STUDENT NEEDS. “My school did not recommend this book, but I remembered this book from LPN school and how much it helped with care planning. It’s much easier to carry than all the textbooks to clinicals too! LOVE this newest version too!!”—Melissa A. B., Online Reviewer
• Nursing school life saver. “This book has been a great for my clinical experience databases. I love how it's broken into sections for easy access and understanding. My school offers an electronic edition for free to us, but I like hard copy books.”—P.M., Online Reviewer
• Gotta Have It! “I have thoroughly used this dictionary already in my schooling! I am sure it will help me in many days to come.”—Christina M., Online Reviewer
• Very Informative! “Love that I have access to the online version that makes it quicker to find terms needed for class.”—Kelly V., Online Reviewer
• Great book. “I use it for nursing school during my clinicals and it is perfect.”—Online Reviewer

Thoroughly revised with the latest evidence-based practices, Taylor’s Clinical Nursing Skills, 6th Edition, helps nursing students and graduate nurses confidently incorporate cognitive, technical, interpersonal, and ethical/legal skills into safe and effective patient care. This engaging resource is rich with nearly 1,000 photographs, providing step-by-step guidance through essential skills presented in context with the nursing process. Updated content throughout keeps students current with today’s evolving healthcare environment and cultivates the critical thinking and clinical judgment critical to success in practice.

Usable in conjunction with any nursing fundamentals text or as a standalone resource, Taylor’s Clinical Nursing Skills is specifically designed to complement Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Person-Centered Care, 10th Edition, giving students a consistent, seamless learning experience for superior understanding.

New for this Edition:

• UPDATED! Focusing on Patient Care chapter-opening scenarios and Developing Clinical Reasoning and Clinical Judgment end-of-chapter questions challenge readers to think through clinical situations, combining critical thinking and clinical reasoning to form clinical judgment that can affect patient outcomes.
• UPDATED! Step-by-Step Skills, updated to reflect the latest evidence, walk students through skills in a consistent, straightforward format to ensure comprehension.
• UPDATED! Evidence for Practice boxes familiarize students with the latest best-practice guidelines, research-based evidence, and support from professional literature.
• UPDATED! Developing Clinical Reasoning and Clinical Judgment provides insight into prioritization and evidence-based practice and supports students’ development of clinical reasoning and clinical judgment skills. This section includes:
  • Unexpected Situations highlight unexpected outcomes and explanations of how to react to provide the best care.
  • Special Considerations explain the varying needs of patients across the lifespan and in various settings.
• UPDATED! Integrated Case Study Connection callouts refer students to related case studies in Unit III, which challenge students to think critically and confidently prioritize care.
• UPDATED! Photo Atlas Approach with nearly 1,000 high-quality photographs helps visual learners effectively learn and perform each skill. NEW! Nursing Concepts lists in each chapter emphasize key connections at a glance

Includes more than 30 new diagnoses with digital updates as needed!

Concise, easy to read, and updated throughout, the APRN and PA’s Complete Guide to Prescribing Drug Therapy 2020 delivers pharmacotherapy regimens for more than 600 diagnoses—including over 30 that are new.

Listed alphabetically by diagnosis, pharmacotherapy regimens include, for each diagnosis, drug choices listed by generic name, FDA pregnancy category, generic/over-the-counter availability, adult/pediatric dosing regimens, brand names, forms of dosage, and additives. Clinically useful information such as laboratory values to be monitored, patient teaching points, and safety information is interspersed throughout each diagnosis. Additional quick-access features include information presented in convenient table format and an alphabetical cross-reference index of drugs by generic and brand name, with FDA pregnancy category and controlled drug schedule (I, II, III, IV, V).

Key Features:

• Includes 31 new diagnoses totaling over 600 organized alphabetically
• Serves as a quick-access prescribing reference for APRN and PA students and health care providers in all primary care settings
• Presents drug information in condensed and summary form for ease of use
• Within each diagnosis, drug choices are listed alphabetically by generic /trade name, FDA pregnancy category, adult/pediatric dosing, dose forms, and additives
• Delivers guidance on lab values to be monitored, patient education points, and safety information
• Includes 30 Appendices with ready access to key drug classifications, FDA Pregnancy Categories, US Schedule of Controlled Substances, Immunization Schedules, Contraceptive Guidance, categories Anti-Infectives, and more!
• Offers brand/generic cross-reference

Your #1 source of pediatric point-of-care clinical information.

Every three years, The Harriet Lane Handbook is carefully updated by residents, edited by chief residents, and reviewed by expert faculty at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Easy to use, concise, and complete, this essential manual keeps you current with new guidelines, practice parameters, pharmacology, and more. The 23rd Edition of this portable reference continues to be the most widely used and most recognized pediatric reference worldwide—an indispensable resource for pediatric residents, students, nurses, and all healthcare professionals who treat young patients.

Key Features

• Trusted for 70 years for fast, accurate information on pediatric diagnosis and treatment.
• New audio case files: Listen to residents and faculty at The Johns Hopkins Hospital discuss case studies and healthcare disparities based on topics from this bestselling book.
• The popular and comprehensive Pediatric Drug Formulary, updated by Carlton K. K. Lee, PharmD, MPH, provides the latest in pharmacologic treatment of pediatric patients.
• Outline format ensures you’ll find information quickly and easily, even in the most demanding circumstances.

Essential reading for residents and medical students, this popular handbook is a must-have resource for convenient, quick access to information on managing common surgical problems. The Mont Reid Surgical Handbook - written by current surgery residents at the University of Cincinnati, the completely updated 7th Edition focuses on the surgical treatments, guidelines, procedures, and topics you need to know.

Key Features

• Sections on Surgical Education - including a practical discussion of the ACGME Core Competencies - Surgical
• Intensive Care, and Future of Surgery to provide details of the latest trends in surgical education so you can maximize your time in surgical rotations.
• Provides the most up-to-date information from current residents at the University of Cincinnati, in an accessible format organized by specialty area.
• Provides comprehensive guidelines for the treatment of the most common surgical conditions, including preoperative and postoperative care, as well as relevant pathophysiology.
• Includes surgical management that encompasses state-of-the-art technology and emphasizes minimally invasive techniques, including important coverage of laparoscopic cholecystectomy, appendectomy, and herniorrhaphy.
• Provides guidelines for proper medical record keeping as well as other medico legal aspects of surgical care. Offers detailed figures depicting important anatomical structures and operative techniques.

New to this Edition

• New chapters cover Surgical Risk Assessment, Head and Neck Malignancy, Mediastinal Tumors, Dialysis Access, and Robotics.
• Rapid References section offers handy formulas and charts in one easy-access location.
• Thoroughly revised content throughout ensures that you stay up to date.
• Mobile format allows you to search all of the text, figures, Q&As, and reference.

Packed with information, The Washington Manual: Cardiology Subspecialty Consult, 3rd Edition places the field of cardiovascular disease at your fingertips. Designed for the busy practitioner, student, or resident, this edition captures cardiology’s latest findings and treatments in an easy-to-read format. In a fast-advancing field that welcomes new biomedical discoveries and novel therapeutics, this resource delivers top treatment recommendations for your patients. If you’re a busy clinician committed to exceptional, cost-effective patient care, The Washington Manual: Cardiology Subspecialty Consult is the guide for you.

Key Features

• NEW chapters on the physical exam, heart failure, preserved ejection fraction, and cardiovascular diseases in special populations
• Guidelines from the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology
• End-of-chapter journal and online references
• Maximum readability with diagrams, flow charts, bullet-point lists, bold faced call-outs, and mnemonics

The Washington Manual® of Medical Therapeutics, 37th Edition, provides essential information you need for successful patient care, with concise, high-yield content that reflects today’s fast-changing advances in medical technology and therapeutics. Written by faculty, residents, and fellows and edited by chief residents of the distinguished Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, the Washington Manual presents brief, logical approaches to diagnosis and management of commonly encountered medical conditions, including new therapies that improve patient outcomes. Discover why housestaff and faculty around the world depend on this best-selling resource for day-to-day clinical practice in internal medicine.

KEY FEATURES

• Provides comprehensive coverage of many areas of medicine and the core subspecialties—all at your fingertips for quick review and reference
• Features a new, colorful presentation with easy-to-follow guidelines, tables, diagrams, and dosing and treatment information
• Includes easy-to-use algorithms for fast visual guidance
• Addresses challenges that residents, interns, medical students, and other practitioners confront every day
• Features content carefully edited by Internal Medicine Chief Residents from the Washington University School of Medicine and Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis
• The Washington Manual® is a registered mark belonging to Washington University in St. Louis to which international legal protection applies. The mark is used in this publication by Wolters Kluwer Health under license from Washington University.

This handy reference is a practical guide for medical students, residents, and fellows treating older adults. It was prepared by residents and fellows in internal medicine, geriatrics, cardiology, ophthalmology, rheumatology, and urology, with faculty advisors from the Division of Nutrition and Aging. The authors provide a framework for approaching the important issues that arise in geriatrics and focus on key aspects of the evaluation and treatment of common geriatric disorders and consultations. Easy-to-navigate screens provide instant point-of-care access to information such as cognitive and functional assessment tests and important drug interactions.

Prepared by residents and fellows at Washington University School of Medicine, this survival guide provides all the essential information that every surgery intern needs from Day 1 on the wards - including daily routine, rounds, chart reviews, preoperative and postoperative care, operating room conduct, radiology, critical care, and interaction with families, colleagues, and allied health professionals. Content includes algorithms, useful formulas, patient notes, and common calls and complaints. Easy-to-navigate screens present evaluation, diagnostic testing, and treatment guidelines for common problems in general surgery, neurosurgery, orthopaedic surgery, urology, and plastic surgery. Coverage also includes crashing patients, tubes and drains, bleeding, codes, and nutrition.

Prepared by Washington University house staff, this survival guide provides all the essential information that every intern needs from Day 1 on the wards, including the neurologic history and physical examination, a neuroanatomy review, specific neuroimaging techniques and diagnostic tools, and clinical information on stroke, seizures, vertigo, dizziness, and ataxia, acute vision loss, headache, movement disorders, dementia, and sleep disorders. Content includes algorithms, useful formulas, patient notes, top ten work-ups, common calls and complaints, key points on most common problems, essentials of what not to miss and when to refer/call for help, and tricks of the trade. A listing of neurological Internet resources is included.

The Washington Manual of Critical Care, similar to other volumes in this vaunted series, features authors and contributors who are faculty members and practicing physicians at Washington University’s School of Medicine. Inside you’ll find comprehensive and current information for bedside diagnosis and management of some of the most common illnesses and problems encountered in the ICU setting.

Key Features

• Covers the treatment and management of shock, sepsis, acute episodes of COPD and asthma, myocardial infarctions, organ failure, and other conditions and disorders.
• Provides overviews of intubation and catheterization procedures, as well as of common drug side effects and drug-drug interactions.
• Contributors hail from departments in Internal Medicine, Neurology, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Anesthesiology.
• New chapters have been added on ECLS, critical care ultrasound, rheumatology, and management of transplant patients.
• Includes concise, easy-to-read diagnosis and treatment algorithms for common conditions, plus bibliographical references for additional, in-depth reading.