Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections, and Skills (Book with CD-ROM)

by Burton, Marti A.; Ludwig, Linda J. May, RN

• ISBN13: 9780803619708
• ISBN10: 0803619707
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-09-15
• Publisher: F a Davis Co

Summary

For the LPN student. This title is designed for students to truly understand what they are reading without the need for prior nursing experience or knowledge. With an accessible readability level, it will guide the student in developing simple problem-solving skills then progress to critical-thinking in real world nursing. The authors take a pragmatic approach to teaching students to understand and connect the what, why, and how of safe, effective care.

Table of Contents

Introduction to Nursing The Vista of Nursing Health Care Delivery and Economics Nursing Ethics and Law The Nursing Process and Decision Making Documentation Communicating and Understanding Communication and Relationships Promoting Health and Wellness Ethnic, Cultural, and Spiritual Aspects of Care Growth and Development throughout the Lifespan Loss, Grief, and Dying Complementary and Alternative Medicine Nursing Basics Patient Teaching Safety Medical Asepsis and Infection Control Personal Care Moving and Positioning Patients Vital Signs Applying Heat and Cold Pain Management, Rest, and Restorative Sleep Admission, Transfer, and Discharge Physical Assessment Surgical Asepsis Clinical Skills and Care Nutrition Nutritional Care and Support Diagnostic Tests Wound Care Musculoskeletal Care Respiratory Care Fluids, Electrolytes, and Acid-Base Balance Bowel Elimination and Care Urinary Elimination and Care Care of Elderly Patients Care of the Surgical Patient Phlebotomy and Blood Specimens Medical Administration Research and Preparing Medications Administering Oral, Topical, and Mucosal Medications Administering Intradermal, Subcutaneous, and Intramuscular Injections Peripheral IV Therapy Appendix A: Answers to Review Questions Appendix B: Photo and Illustration Credits