Fundamentals Of Nursing (2 Volume Set)
2nd Edition
Published on 9. December 2010
Book
Mixed media product
2365 pages
978-0-8036-2354-5 (ISBN)
Description
Thinking. Doing. Caring.
Fundamentals of Nursing, Second Edition is a groundbreaking, two-volume text written in a student friendly, conversational style. It is the only text designed the way fundamentals is actually taught. Volume 1 covers the theoretical knowledge taught in class, and Volume 2 covers the practical knowledge taught in lab.
NEW to this Edition
Increased emphasis on safety
evidence-based practice
and gerontology.
Step-by-step procedures that now include "What if..." sections
documentation guidelines with both written and electronic examples
references to evidence-based guidelines
and "Thinking About the Procedure" questions.
Knowledge Maps
Applying the Full-Spectrum Nursing Model
Critical-Thinking and Reasoning questions at the end of each chapter in Volume 2.
Plus, much more!
Electronic Formats Available
Fundamentals of Nursing, Second Edition is a groundbreaking, two-volume text written in a student friendly, conversational style. It is the only text designed the way fundamentals is actually taught. Volume 1 covers the theoretical knowledge taught in class, and Volume 2 covers the practical knowledge taught in lab.
NEW to this Edition
Increased emphasis on safety
evidence-based practice
and gerontology.
Step-by-step procedures that now include "What if..." sections
documentation guidelines with both written and electronic examples
references to evidence-based guidelines
and "Thinking About the Procedure" questions.
Knowledge Maps
Applying the Full-Spectrum Nursing Model
Critical-Thinking and Reasoning questions at the end of each chapter in Volume 2.
Plus, much more!
Electronic Formats Available
More details
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Pennsylvania
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 279 mm
Width: 216 mm
Thickness: 102 mm
Weight
5386 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8036-2354-5 (9780803623545)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
For each chapter in Volume 1 there is a corresponding chapter in Volume 2.
HOW NURSES THINK
The Evolution of Nursing Thought & Action
Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process
Nursing Process: Assessment
Nursing Process: Diagnosis Nursing Process: Planning Outcomes
Nursing Process: Planning Interventions
Nursing Process: Implementation and Evaluation
Nursing Theory and Nursing Research
FACTORS AFFECTING HEALTH
Growth and Development through the Lifespan
Experiencing Health & Illness
Psychosocial Health & Illness
The Family
Culture and Ethnicity
Spirituality
Loss, Grief, & Dying Health Assessment: Physical Examination
ESSENTIAL NURSING INTERVENTIONS
Documenting and Reporting
Measuring Vital Signs
Communicating & the Therapeutic Relationship Health Assessment: Performing a Physical Examination
Promoting Asepsis & Preventing Infection
Promoting Safety
Facilitating Hygiene
Administering Medications
Teaching Clients
HOW NURSES SUPPORT PHYSIOLOGICAL FUNCTIONING
Stress and Adaptation
Nutrition
Urinary Elimination
Bowel Elimination
Sensory Perception
Pain Management
Activity/Exercise
Sexual Health
Sleep & Rest
Skin Integrity & Wound Healing
Oxygenation
Fluid/Electrolytes and Acid/Base Balance
Perioperative Care
NURSING FUNCTIONS
Leading and Managing
Nursing Informatics
Holistic Healing
Promoting Wellness
THE CONTEXT FOR NURSES' WORK
Community Nursing
Nursing in Home Care
Ethics & Values
Legal Issues
Canadian Health Care Delivery System
HOW NURSES THINK
The Evolution of Nursing Thought & Action
Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process
Nursing Process: Assessment
Nursing Process: Diagnosis Nursing Process: Planning Outcomes
Nursing Process: Planning Interventions
Nursing Process: Implementation and Evaluation
Nursing Theory and Nursing Research
FACTORS AFFECTING HEALTH
Growth and Development through the Lifespan
Experiencing Health & Illness
Psychosocial Health & Illness
The Family
Culture and Ethnicity
Spirituality
Loss, Grief, & Dying Health Assessment: Physical Examination
ESSENTIAL NURSING INTERVENTIONS
Documenting and Reporting
Measuring Vital Signs
Communicating & the Therapeutic Relationship Health Assessment: Performing a Physical Examination
Promoting Asepsis & Preventing Infection
Promoting Safety
Facilitating Hygiene
Administering Medications
Teaching Clients
HOW NURSES SUPPORT PHYSIOLOGICAL FUNCTIONING
Stress and Adaptation
Nutrition
Urinary Elimination
Bowel Elimination
Sensory Perception
Pain Management
Activity/Exercise
Sexual Health
Sleep & Rest
Skin Integrity & Wound Healing
Oxygenation
Fluid/Electrolytes and Acid/Base Balance
Perioperative Care
NURSING FUNCTIONS
Leading and Managing
Nursing Informatics
Holistic Healing
Promoting Wellness
THE CONTEXT FOR NURSES' WORK
Community Nursing
Nursing in Home Care
Ethics & Values
Legal Issues
Canadian Health Care Delivery System