Publisher's Synopsis
Perform nursing procedures safely and accurately, with the freshly updated Nursing Procedures Made Incredibly Easy , Second Edition . Written in the popular, lighthearted Incredibly Easy style, this comprehensive guide offers expert, step-by-step direction on a broad range of fundamental and system-based nursing procedures. This enjoyable way to learn nursing's best practices will help you stay up-to-date with the latest in technology, nursing standards, NCLEX preparation, and safe, quality care.
· NEW and updated content offers:
o crucial patient care methods
o current nursing practice guidelines
o directions for using the latest medical technology
o directions for ensuring patient safety and providing quality care
· Coverage of topics including:
o Fundamental nursing procedures - Easy-to-follow algorithms for a patient's entire hospital stay, from intake to discharge, including surgical care
o Specimen collection - Clear directions on collecting blood, urine, and other specimens
o Physical treatments - Techniques for heat and cold application, baths, support devices, wound care, drug administration, I.V. therapy, and more
o System-based procedures - Directions on procedures for all body systems
· Clear direction to meet the needs of your maternal, neonatal, and pediatric patients
· Easy-to-follow format for each procedure - Quick-skim paragraphs and bulleted lists specify equipment, step-by-step instructions, and practice pointers
· Nursing procedures guides such as comparing biological dressings and assessing pressure ulcers
· Special features:
o Just the facts - Outline of chapter content at start of every chapter
o Write it down - Essential documentation points for each procedure
o Ages and stages - Issues where patient's age impacts a procedure
o Handle with care - Patient care tips for elderly, pediatric, and bariatric patients
o Memory joggers - Simple tricks for remembering complex concepts
o Warning - Possible dangers, risks, complications, or contraindications associated with a particular procedure
o Quick Quiz - Questions & Answers at the end of every chapter
· NEW and updated content offers:
o crucial patient care methods
o current nursing practice guidelines
o directions for using the latest medical technology
o directions for ensuring patient safety and providing quality care
· Coverage of topics including:
o Fundamental nursing procedures - Easy-to-follow algorithms for a patient's entire hospital stay, from intake to discharge, including surgical care
o Specimen collection - Clear directions on collecting blood, urine, and other specimens
o Physical treatments - Techniques for heat and cold application, baths, support devices, wound care, drug administration, I.V. therapy, and more
o System-based procedures - Directions on procedures for all body systems
· Clear direction to meet the needs of your maternal, neonatal, and pediatric patients
· Easy-to-follow format for each procedure - Quick-skim paragraphs and bulleted lists specify equipment, step-by-step instructions, and practice pointers
· Nursing procedures guides such as comparing biological dressings and assessing pressure ulcers
· Special features:
o Just the facts - Outline of chapter content at start of every chapter
o Write it down - Essential documentation points for each procedure
o Ages and stages - Issues where patient's age impacts a procedure
o Handle with care - Patient care tips for elderly, pediatric, and bariatric patients
o Memory joggers - Simple tricks for remembering complex concepts
o Warning - Possible dangers, risks, complications, or contraindications associated with a particular procedure
o Quick Quiz - Questions & Answers at the end of every chapter
