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Medical-Surgical Nursing: Concepts for Clinical Judgment and Collaborative Care, 11th Edition
This comprehensive textbook is a go-to resource for students and educators in medical-surgical nursing. It's designed to help learners develop effective clinical judgment and systems thinking, aligning with the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model. The book is primarily used by nursing students and instructors in medical-surgical nursing courses at the college and university levels.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by nursing students and instructors in medical-surgical nursing courses. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the principles of medical-surgical nursing, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of healthcare practices.
History and Editions
The 11th edition of Medical-Surgical Nursing has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and evidence-based practices in nursing care. This edition includes unparalleled focus on clinical judgment and systems thinking, emphasizing the six cognitive skills necessary for effective clinical judgment. It also features data-driven concept and exemplar selections, providing a strong foundation in professional nursing concepts and health and illness concepts.
Author and Other Works
The authors of Medical-Surgical Nursing are Donna D. Ignatavicius, Cherie R. Rebar, and Nicole M. Heimgartner. Donna D. Ignatavicius is known for her expertise in medical-surgical nursing and her ability to explain complex concepts clearly and simply. Cherie R. Rebar and Nicole M. Heimgartner contribute to the text's comprehensive coverage of medical-surgical nursing principles.
Key Features
- Clinical Judgment and Systems Thinking: The book ensures alignment with the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model, emphasizing the six cognitive skills needed for effective clinical judgment.
- Data-Driven Concept and Exemplar Selections: Provides a strong foundation in professional nursing concepts and health and illness concepts.
- NGN Preparation: Includes chapter-opening Learning Outcomes and chapter-ending Get Ready for the Next-Generation NCLEX Examination sections, plus NCLEX Examination Challenge questions and Mastery and NGN Questions.
- Interprofessional Terminology: Promotes interprofessional collaboration through the use of a common healthcare language.
- Emphasis on Patient Safety: Highlights safety and evidence-based practice with Nursing Safety Priority boxes, as well as Drug Alert, Critical Rescue, and Action Alert boxes.
- Focus on Care Coordination and Transition Management: Addresses the continuity of care between acute care and community-based care.
- Direct, Easy-to-Read Writing Style: Features concise sentences and straightforward vocabulary, making it one of the most readable medical-surgical nursing textbooks available.
- Interactive Learning Experience: The Sherpath platform provides an interactive, adaptive learning experience (sold separately).
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780323878265
- eBook: Available through various digital platforms (check publisher's website for specific ISBNs)
- Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers
Publication Details
- Publisher: Elsevier
- Publication Date: 2023
- Number of Pages: 1712
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
- 10th Edition: Available through Elsevier and other retailers (ISBN-13: 9780323878258)
- eBook with Evolve Resources: Available through various digital platforms (check publisher's website for specific ISBNs)
Related ISBNs:
- 9780323878258 (10th Edition)
- 0323878251 (10th Edition)
- 9780323878241 (10th Edition)
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Medical-Surgical Nursing: Concepts for Clinical Judgment and Collaborative Care, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
