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Textbook of Basic Nursing

by: Rosdahl, Caroline Bunker; Kowalski, Mary T.

Textbook of Basic Nursing

by: Rosdahl, Caroline Bunker; Kowalski, Mary T.

ISBN 13:
9780781734295
ISBN 10:
0781734290
Edition: 8th
Format: Hardcover
Copyright: 11/26/2002
Publisher: Lippincott Williams Wilkins
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Textbook of Basic Nursing, Eighth Edition now includes "three CD-ROMS": an audio pronunciation CD-ROM, a clinical simulation of wound care of the diabetic patient, "plus a bonus CD-ROM" containing a simulated NCLEX-PN exam, a clinical simulation on whistleblowing, a full video on treatment of pressure ulcers, and six animations-cell cycle, congestive heart failure, hypertension, immune response, nerve synapse, and stroke.

PART A Foundations of Nursing

Unit I THE NATURE OF NURSING

The Origins of Nursing

(9)

Nursing's Heritage

(2)

Nursing in the United States

(4)

Nursing Insignia

(2)

Beginning Your Nursing Career

(12)

Healthcare: A Multidisciplinary Approach

(1)

Types of Nursing Programs

(3)

Approval and Accreditation of Nursing Programs

(1)

The Nurse's Pledge

(1)

Theories of Nursing

(1)

Roles and Responsibilities of the Nurse

(2)

Nursing Organizations

(3)

The Healthcare Delivery System

(14)

Healthcare Trends in the 21st Century

(1)

Healthcare Settings and Services

(2)

Quality Assurance

(1)

Organization and Ownership of Healthcare Facilities

(2)

Financing Healthcare

(4)

Complementary Healthcare

(1)

Consumer Fraud

(2)

Legal and Ethical Aspects of Nursing

(15)

Legal Issues of Nursing Practice

(3)

Regulations of Nursing Practice

(3)

Advance Directives

(1)

Vulnerable Persons

(1)

Legal Definitions of Death

(1)

Ethical Standards of Healthcare

(2)

Clients' Rights and Responsibilities

(4)

Unit II PERSONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

Basic Human Needs

(7)

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

(1)

Nursing's Relationship to Basic Needs

(1)

Overview of Individual Needs

(4)

Family and Community Needs

(1)

Health and Wellness

(15)

Health and Wellness

(1)

Environmental Health

(1)

Morbidity and Mortality

(1)

Finances and Healthcare

(1)

Prevention and Healthcare

(1)

The Wellness-Illness Continuum

(1)

Lifestyle and Risk Factors

(4)

Education and Health Promotion

(1)

Age-Related Health Concerns

(3)

Categories of Deviation From Wellness

(3)

Community Health

(10)

Healthcare Worldwide

(1)

Healthcare on the National Level

(5)

Healthcare at the State Level

(1)

Healthcare at the Local Level

(1)

The Environment

(3)

Transcultural Healthcare

(18)

Culture and Ethnicity

(2)

Culturally Influenced Components

(6)

Religious/Spiritual Customs and Traditions

(5)

Implementing Culturally Competent Care

(4)

Unit III DEVELOPMENT THROUGHOUT THE LIFE CYCLE

The Family

103

(10)

Characteristics of the Family

104

(1)

Family Structure

105

(2)

Influence of Culture, Ethnicity, and Religion

107

(1)

Family Stages

107

(2)

Stress and Family Coping

109

(4)

Infancy and Childhood

113

(14)

Growth and Development

114

(3)

The Newborn

117

(1)

Infancy: 1 to 12 Months

117

(2)

Toddlerhood: 1 to 3 Years

119

(3)

Preschool: 3 to 6 Years

122

(2)

School Age: 6 to 10 Years

124

(3)

Adolescence

127

(7)

Growth and Development Theories

128

(1)

Adolescent Growth and Development

129

(5)

Early and Middle Adulthood

134

(7)

Adult Growth and Development Theories

135

(2)

Development in Early Adulthood

137

(2)

Development in Middle Adulthood

139

(2)

Older Adulthood and Aging

141

(7)

Developmental Theories of Older Adulthood

142

(1)

Development in Older Adulthood

143

(3)

Demographics and Population Trends

146

(2)

Death and Dying

148

(7)

Death

149

(6)

Unit IV STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION

Organization of the Human Body

155

(14)

Chemistry and Life

156

(1)

Medical Terminology

157

(1)

Anatomy and Physiology

157

(1)

Body Directions

157

(2)

Structural Levels in the Body

159

(10)

The Integumentary System

169

(10)

Structure and Function

170

(4)

System Physiology

174

(2)

Effects of Aging on the Integumentary System

176

(1)

Maintenance of Healthy Skin

177

(2)

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

179

(15)

Homeostasis

180

(1)

Body Fluids

180

(5)

Fluid and Electrolyte Transport

185

(4)

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

189

(1)

Acid-Base Balance

189

(3)

Effects of Aging on the System

192

(2)

The Musculoskeletal System

194

(21)

Structure and Function

195

(1)

The Skeleton

195

(11)

The Muscles

206

(3)

System Physiology

209

(4)

Effects of Aging on the System

213

(2)

The Nervous System

215

(16)

Structure and Function

216

(2)

Divisions of the Nervous System

218

(8)

System Physiology

226

(2)

Effects of Aging on the System

228

(3)

The Endocrine System

231

(12)

Structure and Function

232

(8)

System Physiology

240

(1)

Effects of Aging on the System

241

(2)

The Sensory System

243

(12)

Structure and Function

244

(1)

The Eye

244

(2)

The Ear

246

(2)

System Physiology

248

(4)

Effects of Aging on the System

252

(3)

The Cardiovascular System

255

(13)

Structure and Function

256

(1)

Heart

256

(3)

Systemic Blood Vessels

259

(3)

System Physiology

262

(3)

Effects of Aging on the System

265

(3)

The Hematologic and Lymphatic Systems

268

(13)

Structure and Function

269

(1)

Blood

269

(5)

Lymph

274

(2)

System Physiology

276

(3)

Effects of Aging on the System

279

(2)

The Immune System

281

(9)

Structure and Function

282

(1)

Bone Marrow and Lymphocyte Production

282

(2)

Lymphoid Organs

284

(1)

The Mononuclear Phagocyte System

285

(1)

System Physiology

285

(2)

Effects of Aging on the System

287

(3)

The Respiratory System

290

(10)

Structure and Function

291

(4)

System Physiology

295

(2)

Effects of Aging on the System

297

(3)

The Digestive System

300

(14)

Structure and Function

301

(8)

System Physiology

309

(3)

Effects of Aging on the System

312

(2)

The Urinary System

314

(12)

Structure and Function

315

(1)

Kidneys

315

(5)

Organs of Urine Storage and Elimination

320

(1)

System Physiology

320

(3)

Effects of Aging on the System

323

(3)

The Male Reproductive System

326

(6)

Structure and Function

327

(2)

Hormonal Influences

329

(1)

System Physiology

330

(1)

Effects of Aging on the System

330

(2)

The Female Reproductive System

332

(11)

Structure and Function

333

(1)

Reproductive Organs

333

(3)

Breasts

336

(1)

Hormonal Influences

336

(1)

System Physiology

336

(3)

Effects of Aging on the System

339

(4)

Unit V NUTRITION AND DIET THERAPY

Basic Nutrition

343

(28)

Nutrients

344

(18)

A Healthy Diet

362

(5)

Nutrition Across the Life Span

367

(4)

Transcultural and Social Aspects of Nutrition

371

(10)

Regional Preferences

372

(1)

Ethnic Heritage

372

(4)

Religious Beliefs

376

(1)

The Vegetarian Choice

376

(2)

Other Sociocultural Factors

378

(3)

Diet Therapy and Special Diets

381

(24)

Helping the Client Meet Nutritional Needs

382

(2)

The Client Who Needs Assistance With Eating

384

(2)

House Diets

386

(1)

Modified Diets

386

(6)

Nutritional Support

392

(7)

Food and Medication Interactions

399

(6)

PART B Nursing Care Skills

Unit VI THE NURSING PROCESS

Introduction to the Nursing Process

405

(9)

Problem-Solving

406

(1)

Critical Thinking

406

(1)

Nursing Process

407

(7)

Nursing Assessment

414

(7)

Nursing Assessment

415

(3)

Data Analysis

418

(3)

Nursing Diagnosis and Planning

421

(7)

Nursing Diagnosis

422

(1)

Planning Care

423

(5)

Implementing and Evaluating Care

428

(7)

Implementing Nursing Care

429

(1)

Cost-Effective Quality Care

430

(1)

Evaluating Nursing Care

431

(2)

Discharge Planning

433

(2)

Documenting and Reporting

435

(16)

Documentation

436

(10)

Reporting

446

(5)

Unit VII SAFETY IN THE HEALTHCARE FACILITY

The Healthcare Facility Environment

451

(9)

The Client Unit

452

(2)

Provision of Nursing Care

454

(1)

Hospital Personnel and Services

455

(5)

Emergency Preparedness

460

(8)

Safety and Preparedness

461

(3)

The Disaster Plan

464

(1)

The Fire Plan

465

(3)

Microbiology and Defense Against Disease

468

(12)

Microorganisms

469

(4)

Infectious Disease

473

(4)

Response to Infection

477

(3)

Medical Asepsis

480

(12)

Medical Asepsis

481

(1)

Nosocomial Infections

481

(9)

Client and Family Teaching

490

(2)

Infection Control

492

(9)

Infection Control

493

(3)

Isolation

496

(3)

The Infection Control Committee

499

(2)

Emergency Care and First Aid

501

(32)

Principles of Emergency Care

502

(4)

Assessing the Person in an Emergency

506

(3)

Sudden Death and Life Support

509

(2)

First-Aid Measures

511

(22)

Unit VIII CLIENT CARE

Therapeutic Communication Skills

533

(13)

Communication

534

(5)

Therapeutic Communication Techniques

539

(3)

Communications Among the Healthcare Team

542

(4)

Admission, Transfer, and Discharge

546

(15)

Admission

547

(8)

Transfer to Another Unit

555

(1)

Discharge

555

(1)

Leaving the Healthcare Facility Against Medical Advice

555

(6)

Vital Signs

561

(21)

The Graphic Record

562

(1)

Assessing Body Temperature

562

(4)

Assessing Pulse

566

(8)

Assessing Respiration

574

(1)

Assessing Blood Pressure

575

(7)

Data Collection in Client Care

582

(29)

Factors That Influence Assessment

583

(2)

Medical Diagnosis

585

(3)

The Physical Examination

588

(23)

Body Mechanics and Positioning

611

(32)

Proper Body Mechanics

612

(1)

Positioning the Client

613

(3)

Joint Mobility and Range of Motion

616

(4)

Assisting the Mobile and Partially Mobile Client

620

(15)

Moving the Client Who Is Paralyzed

635

(4)

Positioning for Examinations

639

(4)

Beds and Bed Making

643

(10)

Bed Making

644

(5)

Attachments and Accessories

649

(1)

Special Beds and Mattresses

650

(3)

Personal Hygiene and Skin Care

653

(24)

Mouth Care

654

(2)

Routine Eye Care

656

(1)

Ear Care

656

(3)

Nail Care

659

(1)

Shaving

659

(1)

Hair Care

660

(4)

Skin Care

664

(13)

Elimination

677

(22)

Elimination

678

(3)

Assisting With Toileting

681

(1)

Assisting With Urinary Elimination

682

(7)

Assisting With Bowel Elimination

689

(6)

Nausea and Vomiting

695

(4)

Specimen Collection

699

(15)

The Urine Specimen

700

(6)

The Stool Specimen

706

(3)

The Sputum Specimen

709

(2)

The Blood Specimen

711

(3)

Bandages and Binders

714

(8)

Bandages

715

(1)

Binders

716

(6)

Heat and Cold Applications

722

(11)

Heat

723

(4)

Cold

727

(6)

Client Comfort and Pain Management

733

(10)

Pain

734

(1)

Nursing Assessment

735

(2)

Pain Management

737

(6)

Preoperative and Postoperative Care

743

(23)

Perioperative Care

744

(3)

Preoperative Nursing Care

747

(7)

Intraoperative Nursing Care

754

(1)

Postoperative Nursing Care

754

(12)

Surgical Asepsis

766

(14)

Asepsis

767

(1)

Disinfection and Sterilization

767

(1)

Sterile Technique

767

(3)

Urinary Catheterization

770

(10)

Wound Care

780

(11)

Wounds

781

(5)

Skin Breakdown

786

(5)

Care of the Dying Person

791

(12)

Care of the Dying Client

792

(4)

Care Following the Death of a Client

796

(7)

Unit IX PHARMACOLOGY AND ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATIONS

Review of Mathematics

803

(7)

Systems of Measurement

804

(2)

Dosage Calculation

806

(4)

Introduction to Pharmacology

810

(10)

Legal Aspects

811

(3)

Medication Preparations and Actions

814

(2)

Prescription of Medications

816

(4)

Classification of Medications

820

(38)

Antibiotics and Other Anti-Infective Agents

822

(7)

Medications That Affect the Integumentary System

829

(1)

Medications That Affect the Nervous System

829

(9)

Medications That Affect the Endocrine System

838

(1)

Medications That Affect the Sensory System

838

(1)

Medications That Affect the Cardiovascular System

839

(5)

Medications That Affect the Blood

844

(2)

Antineoplastic Medications

846

(1)

Medications That Affect the Immune System

846

(1)

Medications That Affect the Respiratory System

846

(3)

Medications That Affect the Gastrointestinal System

849

(5)

Medications That Affect the Urinary Tract

854

(2)

Medications That Affect the Reproductive Systems

856

(2)

Administration of Medications

858

(41)

Preparation for Administration

859

(2)

Safety

861

(2)

General Principles of Medication Administration

863

(1)

Enteral Administration Methods

864

(5)

Parenteral Administration Methods

869

(30)

PART C Nursing Throughout the Life Cycle

Unit X MATERNAL AND NEWBORN NURSING

Normal Pregnancy

899

(29)

Defining Pregnancy as a Normal Process

900

(11)

Healthcare During Pregnancy

911

(12)

Preparing to be a Parent

923

(5)

Normal Labor, Delivery, and Postpartum Care

928

(24)

Labor and Birth as Normal Processes

929

(6)

Nursing Care During Labor

935

(17)

Care of the Normal Newborn

952

(28)

Important Concepts in Newborn Care

953

(1)

Care of the Newborn Immediately After Birth

954

(3)

Characteristics of the Normal Newborn

957

(5)

Admission to the Newborn Nursery

962

(6)

Daily Newborn Care

968

(5)

Nutrition

973

(5)

Discharge

978

(2)

High-Risk Pregnancy and Childbirth

980

(23)

Tests to Assess Fetal Status

981

(1)

Interrupted Pregnancy

982

(2)

Maternal Complications During Pregnancy

984

(4)

Existing Disorders Complicating Pregnancy

988

(1)

Disorders Affecting the Fetus

989

(1)

Placental and Amniotic Disorders

990

(3)

Other High-Risk Pregnancies

993

(1)

Complications of Labor and Delivery

993

(3)

Umbilical Cord Complications

996

(1)

Considerations Related to Delivery

996

(2)

Complications of the Postpartum Period

998

(3)

When a Newborn Dies

1001

(2)

The High-Risk Newborn

1003

(12)

Classification of High-Risk Newborns

1004

(3)

Potential Complications in the High-Risk Newborn

1007

(1)

Hemolytic Conditions

1008

(1)

Birth Injuries

1008

(1)

Congenital Disorders

1009

(2)

Infections

1011

(1)

Chemical Dependency and the Newborn

1012

(3)

Sexuality, Fertility, and Sexually Transmitted Diseases

1015

(20)

Human Sexuality

1016

(1)

Infertility

1017

(1)

Contraception

1018

(7)

Sexually Transmitted Diseases

1025

(10)

Unit XI PEDIATRIC NURSING

Fundamentals of Pediatric Nursing

1035

(26)

Health Maintenance

1036

(3)

The Hospital Experience

1039

(2)

Basic Pediatric Care and Procedures

1041

(3)

Intermediate Pediatric Care and Procedures

1044

(10)

Advanced Pediatric Care and Procedures

1054

(2)

The Child Having Surgery

1056

(5)

Care of the Infant, Toddler, or Preschooler

1061

(45)

Communicable Diseases

1062

(3)

Parasitic Infestations

1065

(2)

Trauma

1067

(3)

Child Abuse

1070

(5)

Skin Disorders

1075

(1)

Musculoskeletal and Orthopedic Disorders

1076

(1)

Neurologic Disorders

1077

(3)

Metabolic and Nutritional Disorders

1080

(1)

Disorders of the Eyes

1081

(1)

Disorders of the Ears, Nose, Throat, and Mouth

1082

(3)

Cardiovascular Disorders

1085

(6)

Blood and Lymph Disorders

1091

(4)

Respiratory Tract Disorders

1095

(3)

Gastrointestinal Disorders

1098

(3)

Urinary System Disorders

1101

(2)

Reproductive System Disorders

1103

(1)

Nutritional Considerations in Young Children

1103

(3)

Care of the School-Age Child or Adolescent

1106

(13)

Communicable Diseases

1107

(1)

Skin Disorders

1108

(1)

Musculoskeletal Disorders

1109

(4)

Endocrine Disorders

1113

(1)

Sensory System Disorders

1114

(1)

Gastrointestinal Disorders

1114

(1)

Reproductive System Disorders

1114

(1)

Emotional and Psychological Disorders

1115

(2)

Nutritional Considerations

1117

(1)

Special Considerations in Children

1118

(1)

The Child or Adolescent With Special Needs

1119

(24)

Congenital Disorders

1120

(3)

Intellectual Impairment

1123

(3)

Developmental and Learning Disabilities

1126

(4)

Long-Term Neuromuscular Disorders

1130

(2)

Sensory Disorders

1132

(1)

Mental Illness

1132

(2)

Substance Abuse in Children and Adolescents

1134

(2)

Nutritional Considerations

1136

(1)

Special Considerations in Children

1136

(1)

Special Considerations in Pediatric Rehabilitation

1136

(2)

Long-Term Care

1138

(5)

Unit XII ADULT CARE NURSING

Skin Disorders

1143

(21)

Diagnostic Tests

1144

(1)

Common Medical Treatments

1144

(2)

Common Surgical Treatments

1146

(3)

Acute and Chronic Skin Conditions

1149

(2)

Infections

1151

(1)

Parasitic Infestations

1152

(1)

Sebaceous Gland Disorders

1153

(1)

Burns

1154

(6)

Neoplasms

1160

(4)

Disorders in Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

1164

(11)

Diagnostic Tests

1165

(1)

Common Medical Treatments

1165

(2)

Maintenance of Fluid Balance

1167

(1)

Maintenance of Electrolyte Balance

1168

(4)

Maintenance of Acid-Base Balance

1172

(3)

Musculoskeletal Disorders

1175

(30)

Diagnostic Tests

1176

(1)

Common Medical Treatments

1177

(1)

Common Surgical Treatments

1177

(2)

Common Musculoskeletal Disorders

1179

(8)

Systemic Disorders With Musculoskeletal Manifestations

1187

(1)

Traumatic Injuries

1188

(2)

Trauma Care and Management

1190

(10)

Complications of Fractures or Bone Surgery

1200

(3)

Neoplasms

1203

(2)

Nervous System Disorders

1205

(31)

Diagnostic Tests

1206

(4)

Craniocerebral Disorders

1210

(5)

Nerve Disorders

1215

(2)

Spinal Cord Disorders

1217

(3)

Degenerative Disorders

1220

(6)

Inflammatory Disorders

1226

(2)

Head Trauma

1228

(4)

Neoplasms

1232

(4)

Endocrine Disorders

1236

(30)

Diagnostic Tests

1238

(3)

Common Medical and Surgical Treatments

1241

(1)

Pituitary Gland Disorders

1241

(1)

Thyroid Gland Disorders

1242

(4)

Parathyroid Gland Disorders

1246

(1)

Adrenal Gland Disorders

1246

(2)

Pancreatic Endocrine Disorders

1248

(18)

Sensory System Disorders

1266

(20)

Diagnostic Tests

1267

(1)

Common Medical Treatments

1268

(1)

Common Surgical Treatments

1268

(8)

The Eye and Vision Disorders

1276

(3)

Trauma to the Eye

1279

(2)

The Ear and Hearing Disorders

1281

(3)

Disorders of Other Special Senses

1284

(2)

Cardiovascular Disorders

1286

(29)

Diagnostic Tests

1287

(2)

Common Medical Treatments

1289

(1)

Common Surgical Treatments

1289

(6)

Abnormal Conditions That May Cause Cardiovascular Disease

1295

(2)

Heart Disorders

1297

(9)

Blood Vessel Disorders

1306

(9)

Blood and Lymph Disorders

1315

(17)

Diagnostic Tests

1316

(2)

Common Treatments

1318

(4)

Hematologic System Disorders

1322

(10)

Cancer

1332

(18)

Cancer Development

1333

(3)

Diagnostic Tests

1336

(1)

Treatment Modalities for Cancer

1337

(6)

Nursing Considerations for Clients With Cancer

1343

(7)

Allergic, Immune, and Autoimmune Disorders

1350

(10)

Diagnostic Tests

1351

(2)

Allergies

1353

(4)

Immune Disorders

1357

(1)

Autoimmune Disorders

1358

(2)

HIV and AIDS

1360

(11)

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

1361

(2)

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome

1363

(6)

HIV Exposure and Healthcare Workers

1369

(2)

Respiratory Disorders

1371

(31)

Diagnostic Tests

1372

(2)

Common Medical Treatments

1374

(1)

Common Surgical Treatments

1374

(9)

Infectious Respiratory Disorders

1383

(7)

Chronic Respiratory Disorders

1390

(6)

Trauma

1396

(1)

Neoplasms

1397

(1)

Disorders of the Nose

1397

(2)

Disorders of the Throat

1399

(3)

Oxygen Therapy and Respiratory Care

1402

(17)

Oxygen Provision

1403

(3)

The Client Who Is Having Difficulty Breathing

1406

(5)

The Client Who Is Unable to Breathe

1411

(8)

Digestive Disorders

1419

(43)

Diagnostic Tests

1420

(4)

Common Medical and Surgical Treatments

1424

(13)

Disorders of the Mouth

1437

(2)

Disorders of the Esophagus

1439

(2)

Disorders of the Stomach

1441

(3)

Disorders of the Small or Large Bowel

1444

(7)

Disorders of the Sigmoid Colon and Rectum

1451

(1)

Disorders of the Liver

1452

(4)

Gallbladder Disorders

1456

(2)

Disorders of the Pancreas

1458

(1)

Conditions of Overnutrition and Undernutrition

1458

(4)

Urinary Disorders

1462

(28)

Diagnostic Tests

1463

(6)

Urinary Incontinence

1469

(3)

Urinary Tract Infections

1472

(2)

Inflammatory Disorders

1474

(2)

Obstructive Disorders

1476

(4)

Urinary Tract Tumors

1480

(1)

Urinary Tract Trauma

1481

(1)

Renal Failure

1481

(9)

Male Reproductive Disorders

1490

(16)

Diagnostic Tests

1491

(1)

Common Medical Treatments

1491

(1)

Erectile Disorders

1492

(2)

Structural Disorders

1494

(1)

Inflammatory Disorders

1495

(1)

Neoplasms

1496

(10)

Female Reproductive Disorders

1506

(29)

Diagnostic Tests

1507

(3)

Common Surgical Treatments

1510

(4)

Disorders Related to the Menstrual Cycle

1514

(3)

Structural Disorders

1517

(1)

Inflammatory Disorders

1518

(4)

Trauma

1522

(1)

Neoplasms

1522

(13)

Unit XIII GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING

Gerontology: The Aging Adult

1535

(17)

Care Settings for Older Adults

1536

(4)

Helping the Older Person Meet Basic Needs

1540

(4)

Helping the Older Adult Meet Emotional Needs

1544

(3)

Special Concerns of the Aging Adult

1547

(3)

Elder Abuse

1550

(2)

Dementias and Related Disorders

1552

(17)

Confusion, Delirium, and Dementia

1553

(1)

Types of Dementias

1553

(5)

Diagnosis of Dementia

1558

(11)

Unit XIV MENTAL HEALTH NURSING

Psychiatric Nursing

1569

(40)

Mental Health

1570

(1)

Mental Illness

1570

(6)

The Mental Healthcare Team

1576

(3)

Methods of Psychiatric Therapy

1579

(11)

The Client in an Inpatient Setting

1590

(4)

Mental Health Nursing Skills

1594

(15)

Substance Abuse

1609

(28)

Chemical Abuse and Chemical Dependency

1610

(2)

Nursing Care Measures

1612

(3)

Detoxification and Recovery

1615

(7)

Alcohol Abuse and Dependence

1622

(3)

Abuse of Substances Other Than Alcohol

1625

(5)

Special Abusers

1630

(7)

Unit XV NURSING IN A VARIETY OF SETTINGS

Extended Care

1637

(7)

Extended Care Options

1638

(6)

Rehabilitation Nursing

1644

(17)

Rehabilitation Services

1645

(16)

Ambulatory Nursing

1661

(9)

Ambulatory Healthcare

1662

(8)

Home Care Nursing

1670

(7)

Home Care

1671

(6)

Hospice Nursing

1677

(16)

Evolution of the Hospice Movement

1678

(1)

The Hospice Concept

1678

(4)

Assisting in Symptom Control

1682

(6)

Children in Hospice Programs

1688

(5)

PART D Your Career

Unit XVI THE TRANSITION TO PRACTICING NURSE

From Student to Graduate Nurse

1693

(12)

Nursing Licensure

1694

(2)

Role Transition

1696

(7)

Personal Life

1703

(2)

Career Opportunities and Job-Seeking Skills

1705

(14)

Employment Opportunities

1706

(6)

Obtaining Employment Information

1712

(1)

Job-Seeking Skills

1713

(6)

Advancement and Leadership in Nursing

1719

(8)

Advancement in Nursing

1720

(1)

Leadership

1721

(6)

Bibliography

1727

(16)

Appendix A: Key English-to-Spanish Healthcare Phrases

1743

(3)

Appendix B: Key Abbreviations and Acronyms Used in Healthcare

1746

(10)

Appendix C: Normal Values and Reference Tables

1756

(6)

Appendix D: Medical Terminology

1762

(5)

Appendix E: Standard Precautions

1767

(3)

Appendix F: Answers to NCLEX-Style Review Questions

1770

(7)

Glossary

1777

(42)

Index

1819

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