Mosby's Pediatric Nursing Reference - E-Book

Mosby's Pediatric Nursing Reference - E-Book
Author: Cecily Lynn Betz
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 960
Release: 2007-10-08
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323059430

Provide the best possible nursing care to children and their families, no matter what their condition. This one-of-a-kind resource equips you with detailed information on commonly encountered pediatric diseases, medical and surgical conditions, and disorders, with separate sections devoted to diagnostic tests, outpatient procedures, and surgeries. Its compact, A-to-Z format is designed for ease of use in busy settings - perfect for quick reference when working with patients! Portable size and straightforward, alphabetical organization are designed for quick, convenient, on-the-spot reference. Consistent format throughout lets you easily locate necessary information, including pathophysiology, incidence, clinical manifestations, complications, laboratory and diagnostic tests, medical or surgical management, nursing assessment, diagnoses, and interventions, discharge planning and home care instructions, client outcomes, and references. The book is divided into three main parts covering 87 medical and surgical conditions, 12 topics related to diagnosis and procedures, and 16 helpful appendices. New chapters address autism spectrum disorders, chronic lung disease of infancy, Type 2 Diabetes, Down Syndrome, Fragile X Syndrome, overweight and childhood obesity, and Turner Syndrome. New appendices offer helpful information on mental health, non-accidental trauma, and palliative care. Updated charts and references in the appendices - specifically growth charts and immunization information - reflect current practice. Expanded content is provided on community resources.

Mosby's Critical Care Nursing Reference - E-Book

Mosby's Critical Care Nursing Reference - E-Book
Author: Susan B. Stillwell
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 864
Release: 2006-04-04
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323060897

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. This valuable, pocket-sized reference provides information on broad topics that apply to a variety of critically ill patients, as well as detailed information on organ diseases. Chapters are dedicated to psychosocial concerns, complementary therapies, and the unique needs of a pediatric patient in an adult ICU. Therapeutic modalities and pharmacology are both examined, with information that is useful for the student, the new nurse, and the experienced professional. Handy size allows portability and ease of use in working conditions. Contains both general information on patient care, as well as specific details outlining nursing procedures in a professional setting. Organization of material presented allows for quick access of desired subject matter in critical care situations. Allows critical care nurses to quickly assess, diagnose, and facilitate the care of patients in an ICU setting. Clearly organized appendices allow the user to rapidly obtain frequently needed data. The most up-to-date terminology, topics, modalities, and treatments are incorporated throughout. New chapter on palliative care in the critical care unit has been included. Updated information is presented regarding pain control from the World Health Organization, as well as drug incompatibilities. Discussions have been added on such topics as cortisol level testing, new laboratory tests such as brain naturetic peptide, and therapies used in end of life.

Mosby's Guide to Nursing Diagnosis

Mosby's Guide to Nursing Diagnosis
Author: Gail B. Ladwig
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 820
Release: 2011-01-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323071724

This pocket-sized reference is ideal for use in clinicals, in class and at the bedside! A condensed version of the Nursing Diagnosis Handbook, 10th Edition, Mosby's Guide to Nursing Diagnosis, 4th edition uses a quick-access format to help you diagnose and formulate care plans with confidence and ease. It includes the most recent NANDA-I approved nursing diagnoses based on more than 1,300 specific symptoms and a step-by-step guide to creating care plans featuring desired outcomes, interventions, and patient teaching. UNIQUE! Care plans for every NANDA-I approved nursing diagnosis, including pediatric, geriatric, multicultural, home care, client/family teaching and discharge planning, and safety interventions Alphabetical thumb tabs provide quick access to specific symptoms and nursing diagnoses Pocketsize portability makes this book easy to carry and use in clinicals, in class, or at the bedside NEW! 4 Color Text NEW! Updated 2012-2014 NANDA-I-approved nursing diagnoses NEW! 16 new and 22 revised diagnoses NEW! Added content on safety, one of QSEN's six competencies

Mosby's Pocket Guide to Nursing Skills and Procedures - E-Book

Mosby's Pocket Guide to Nursing Skills and Procedures - E-Book
Author: Anne Griffin Perry
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 642
Release: 2010-05-03
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323075797

Take this pocket reference to clinicals on the job for quick access to nursing skills! Based on Perry & Potter's market-leading Clinical Nursing Skills & Techniques, 7th Edition, Mosby's Pocket Guide to Nursing Skills & Procedures, 7th Edition presents 83 key skills in an easy-to-use A-to-Z format. Step-by-step instructions include full-color photos plus rationales explaining why to use specific techniques. With the latest in evidence-based practice, this book helps you perform basic nursing skills safely and effectively. Also available on Skyscape for use on any hand-held device! A clear, two-column format presents skills with rationales for each step explaining why to use specific techniques. A gloving logo identifies skills in which clean gloves should be worn or gloves should be changed in order to minimize the risk of infection. Safety alerts highlight important information for patient safety and effective performance of skills. Reporting and recording guidelines include a bulleted list of what should be documented in the patient records. Unexpected outcomes and related interventions help you troubleshoot potential problems and take appropriate actions to address them. Alphabetical organization of skills makes it easy to find information quickly. A convenient pocket size and spiral binding allow the book to fit easily into your coat pocket and to stay open on the page you want. New full-color design and illustrations help you follow step-by-step directions more easily. Completely updated content is based on Perry & Potter's market-leading text, Clinical Nursing Skills & Techniques, 7th Edition, for the latest in evidence-based care.

Mosby's Pediatric Drug Consult

Mosby's Pediatric Drug Consult
Author:
Publisher: Mosby
Total Pages: 1026
Release: 2006
Genre: Medical
ISBN:

Mosby's Pediatric Drug Consult is a portable drug handbook that includes all essential data pediatric nurses need for administering the most commonly-used generic and trade name drugs. Extensive pediatric considerations are presented for each drug in a concise, practice-oriented framework. The information for this comprehensive pediatric drug source is derived from the extensive database maintained for Mosby's Drug Consult, containing the most current drug information. Quarterly online drug updates are available on a companion website. Full monographs on the most commonly used drugs in pediatric practice Functional order of headings that follow a logical clinical progression Outstanding consultant team of pediatric and pharmaceutical experts Extensive pediatric considerations in a concise, practice-oriented framework Detailed IV drug information for pediatric patients A quick reference with a listing and page references to commonly administered drugs Critical nursing considerations to identify situations that require special attention Functional two-color design that highlights key information for quick, easy reference Flexible, water-resistant cover that provides durability in the clinical setting Twenty full-color photographs of commonly prescribed medications to help in identifying drugs by their appearance Appendices include comparative drug charts, conversion tables, and other reference information. Free updates are available on a companion website.

Pocket Guide to Pediatric Assessment

Pocket Guide to Pediatric Assessment
Author: Joyce Engel
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002
Genre: Children
ISBN: 9780323016001

POCKET GUIDE TO PEDIATRIC ASSESSMENT offers a concise but comprehensive approach to health assessment for the pediatric client. It begins with a general description of history taking and includes approaches to children at various ages, nutritional assessment, and measurement and evaluation of vital signs. Emphasis is on "how to" information, including "how" and "what" to assess in each body system. Psychosocial, anatomical, and physiological development variations are incorporated as appropriate, as well as normal and abnormal findings. Concise, but comprehensive coverage is offered for pediatric health assessment. Includes physical, psychosocial, developmental, and home-based assessments. Information is presented in a practical, "how to" approach. Presents content in an outline format for clinical practicality. Includes the most recent information on immunizations for the U.S. and Canada. Extensively revised content reflects trends in pediatric nursing, up-to-date techniques, and currency in findings. New and expanded assessment material relates to headaches and cough. Content and strategies have been expanded for assessment of mental status, athletic injuries, nutrition, vital sign measurement, and substance abuse. Updated growth charts and immunization schedules are included. Spanish version of 2nd edition also available, ISBN: 84-8086-085-5

Mosby's PDQ for RN - E-Book

Mosby's PDQ for RN - E-Book
Author: Mosby
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 211
Release: 2015-11-18
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323400272

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. Durable pages and spiral binding can withstand the wear and tear of daily use on the job. When in doubt, check this handy reference! - 10 tabbed, color-coded sections provide quick access to essential facts, formulas, lab values, procedures, and more. - Compact size features durable, water-resistant pages and spiral binding, making the book easy to carry 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. - 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.

All-in-One Care Planning Resource

All-in-One Care Planning Resource
Author: Pamela L. Swearingen
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 804
Release: 2012-01-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323074200

The only book featuring nursing care plans for all core clinical areas, Swearingen's All-In-One Nursing Care Planning Resource, 4th Edition provides 100 care plans with the nursing diagnoses and interventions you need to know to care for patients in all settings. It includes care plans for medical-surgical, maternity/OB, pediatrics, and psychiatric-mental health, so you can use just one book throughout your entire nursing curriculum. This edition includes a new care plan addressing normal labor and birth, a new full-color design, new QSEN safety icons, new quick-reference color tabs, and updates reflecting the latest NANDA-I nursing diagnoses and collaborative problems. Edited by nursing expert Pamela L. Swearingen, this book is known for its clear approach, easy-to-use format, and straightforward rationales. NANDA-I nursing diagnoses are incorporated throughout the text to keep you current with NANDA-I terminology and the latest diagnoses. Color-coded sections for medical-surgical, maternity, pediatric, and psychiatric-mental health nursing care plans make it easier to find information quickly. A consistent format for each care plan allows faster lookup of topics, with headings for Overview/Pathophysiology, Health Care Setting, Assessment, Diagnostic Tests, Nursing Diagnoses, Desired Outcomes, Interventions with Rationales, and Patient-Family Teaching and Discharge Planning. Prioritized nursing diagnoses are listed in order of importance and physiologic patient needs. A two-column format for nursing assessments/interventions and rationales makes it easier to scan information. Detailed rationales for each nursing intervention help you to apply concepts to specific patient situations in clinical practice. Outcome criteria with specific timelines help you to set realistic goals for nursing outcomes and provide quality, cost-effective care. NEW! Care plan for normal labor and birth addresses nursing care for the client experiencing normal labor and delivery. UPDATED content is written by practicing clinicians and covers the latest clinical developments, new pharmacologic treatments, patient safety considerations, and evidence-based practice guidelines. NEW full-color design makes the text more user friendly, and includes NEW color-coded tabs and improved cross-referencing and navigation aids for faster lookup of information. NEW! Leaf icon highlights coverage of complementary and alternative therapies including information on over-the-counter herbal and other therapies and how these can interact with conventional medications.

Mosby's Diagnostic and Laboratory Test Reference - eBook

Mosby's Diagnostic and Laboratory Test Reference - eBook
Author: Kathleen Deska Pagana
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 1158
Release: 2010-11-16
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323080146

Access the clinically relevant information you need easily in any setting with Mosby's Diagnostic and Laboratory Test Reference, 10th Edition. This bestselling handbook provides concise coverage of tests without sacrificing important details. Each test entry includes, where relevant, alternate or abbreviated test names; type of test; normal findings; possible critical values; test explanation and related physiology; contraindications; potential complications; interfering factors; procedure and patient care (before, during, and after); and abnormal findings. Related tests are extensively cross-referenced throughout the book. With its simple format and portable size, this is a handy reference you'll always want by your side. Tests are organized alphabetically with A-to-Z thumb tabs for quick reference. UNIQUE! Each test entry begins on a new page, making tests easy to find. Normal findings for adult (male and female), elderly, and pediatric patients are included where applicable to provide complete clinical data. Possible critical values are highlighted to alert you to situations requiring immediate intervention. Symbol next to drug-related interfering factors alerts you to the effects of pharmacologic agents on tests. Increased and decreased abnormal findings are highlighted with directional arrows. Icon for patient teaching-related care indicates information to share with patients and their families. UNIQUE! Each test concludes with a Notes section where you can add your own information. User's Guide to Test Preparation and Performance provides an overview and guidelines for each type of laboratory test and diagnostic procedure to ensure safety and accuracy. Lists of tests by body system and test type allow you to quickly locate related studies. Abbreviations for tests are listed inside the front and back covers, and symbols and units of measurement are listed in an appendix. UNIQUE! Durable cover with round edges helps prevent the book from being damaged and makes it easier to handle. ~ 32 NEW tests, including age-related macular degeneration risk analysis, cell culture drug resistance testing, flourescein angiography, HIV drug resistance testing, urea breath test, virus testing, and Vitamin D testing, present the latest information on diagnostic and laboratory testing.