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Selected as a Doody's Core Title for 2022!Publisher’s Note:Confidently interpret test results throughout your nursing curriculum, in clinicals, and in practice.Designed to accompany Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook for Medical-Surgical Nursing, 14th Edition, this concise, portable, full-color handbook gives you quick access to hundreds of test results and their implications for nursing. Easily review specimen collection procedures and access a concise, alphabetical list of nearly 300 tests and their implications. Find the information you need fast for each test:Reference values, critical values, and/or normal findingsAbnormal findings with associated nursing implicationsPurpose and descriptionInterfering factorsNursing considerations for patient care before, during, and/or after the tes Confidently address priority care issues and potentially hazardous or life-threatening situations with clearly identified best practices and warnings.Locate presentations of diseases, disorders, measurements, testing equipment, and examples of results at a glance in figures, tables, and boxes.

Get the vital basics of cardiovascular care, with the expert direction and clear-cut images of the freshly updated Cardiovascular Care Made Incredibly Visual! ™, 3rd Edition.Let this colorful, down-to-earth text guide you smoothly through essential skills, concepts, and equipment how-to’s, including physical assessments, diagnostic tests, cardiac monitoring, and handling emergencies and complications. Get ready for success in both the classroom and with patient care; the clear explanations, Incredibly Visual ™ humor, and numerous illustrations make this the enjoyable way to learn positive, effective cardiac care.Master the fundamental concepts, skills, and processes of cardiac care … NEW and updated guidance on the Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) algorithms, with step-by-step direction on handling emergency situationsNEW end-of-chapter selected readings that support evidence-based learningHundreds of colorful images that bring complex cardiovascular care concepts to life —drawings, charts, photos, and diagrams explaining and reinforcing key cardiovascular concepts in easy-to-follow waysIdeal reference and review for nursing students, new nurses, and other healthcare practitioners —detailed visuals and clear, concise explanations to help you master cardiovascular anatomy, and physiology and effective treatments and interventionsPerfect for visual learners —numerous images that demonstrate skills and interventions in easy-to-follow ways, including: Essential cardiovascular anatomy and physiologyPhysical assessment techniquesDiagnostic testsCommon disordersECG interpretation, including rhythm strip analysis, the 8-step method, and arrhythmiasCardiac monitoring methods, including handling monitor problemsHemodynamic monitoringHandling complicationsTreatments and interventionsEmergency proceduresExcellent teaching aid—visual, step-by-step instruction applied to real-life patient care scenarios, backed by expert clinical tipsPerfect supplement to medical-surgical texts on cardiovascular care, clarifying complex conceptsChapter features:Just the facts —quick summary of chapter contentVision Quest —End-of-Chapter games that help you match words, concepts, and photos to reinforce key learning points“Nurse Joy and Jake” —Practical advice and expert insights offered throughoutMemory jogger —simple techniques for remembering vital information

Feeling overwhelmed by medical terminology? Grab a lifeline: the newly updated Medical Terminology Made Incredibly Easy!®, 4th Edition offers clear and simple explanations of vital terms and their everyday use in nursing practice.Backed by humor and chock full of illustrations, this enjoyable text is the perfect backup to class materials and the ideal on-the-job refresher for experienced nurses and all healthcare professionals. Learn how to decipher complex terms from the roots up—and take your confidence to a whole new level.Be expertly guided through the choppy waters of medical terminology …NEW and updated content clarifies medical terminology concepts with clear definitions and illustrationsExplains the meanings, roots, and pronunciation of terms as used in everyday practice, including:Names for all major body systems: skeletal, muscular, integumentary, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, urinary, reproductive, neurologic, endocrine, blood and lymphatic, and sensory systemsTerms and phrases used in maternal health, pharmacology, and mental healthBreaks down complex medical terms into recognizable components—common prefixes, roots, and suffixes—to help you identify the meaning of any termOffers a strong anatomy and physiology overview backed by numerous images, including a large image of each organ systemChapter features provide learning aids and on-the-unit support:Just the facts —quick summary of chapter contentVocabulary builders —end-of-chapter games such as crossword puzzles, matching roots and prefixes to their correct meanings, and fill-in-the-blank sentences to help you retain learningPump up your pronunciation —phonetic spellings make it easy to pronounce complex termsAnatomically speaking —anatomy illustrations, with pronunciations of key termsMemory jogger —stories and tools that support retention“Nurse Joy”and “Jake” —explain key concepts and offer friendly problem-solving tipsBeyond the dictionary —learn the origins of words, to help you remember word roots and dissect meaningsThe real world —explains informal terms used in daily practiceAbout the Clinical EditorDavid Woodruff, MSN, RN-BC, CNS, CNE, FNAP, is Faculty Development Specialist at the Center for Faculty Excellence, Chamberlain College of Nursing, in Cleveland, Ohio.

Get clear on nursing care planning and map the way to positive outcomes—in the classroom and in clinical practice—with the thoroughly updated Nursing Care Planning Made Incredibly Easy!®, 3rd Edition.Learn step-by-step how to build a concept map, develop a nursing diagnosis, and choose realistic outcomes and individualized interventions. This nursing guide leads you expertly through the care plan process, backed by the Made Incredibly Easy series’ trademark humor, plentiful illustrations, and down-to-earth explanations.Master the concepts and process of care planning …NEW and updated guidance on following the evidence-based standards of North American Nursing Diagnosis Association (NANDA) diagnoses, and Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC) and Nursing Interventions Classification (NIC) guidelinesNursing Outcomes Classification (NOC), and Nursing Interventions Classification (NIC) guidelinesNEW full-color design—dozens of illustrations and diagrams that outline the process of concept mapping, diagramming, and intervention planningNEW guidance on creating electronic plans—online access to 166 customizable care plans covering every nursing specialty, including new plans for gastric bypass, preterm labor, and cerebral palsy, plus examples of handwritten care plansNEW Nurse Joy and Jake offer practical advice throughoutBreaks down the process of creating individualized care plans into easy-to-follow segmentsGuides nursing students and new nurses into the critical thinking and planning skills needed to choose appropriate, effective treatments and interventionsCase study exercises and clinical tips to help you integrate care plan concepts and evidence-based standards with real-life situationsPart I discusses NANDA-I, NOC, and NIC —covers assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation, and integrating the conceptsPart II integrates major nursing diagnoses with common medical diagnoses —addresses medical-surgical, maternal-neonatal, pediatric, and psychiatric diagnosesChapter features include: Just the facts —quick summary of chapter contentUnder construction —sample concept maps and care plan components, with tips for creating individualized care plansOn the case —visual, step-by-step instruction applied to real-life patient care scenariosWeighing the evidence —the latest evidence-based standards of care, demonstrated in sample care plansTeacher knowsbest —helpful tips and reminders to help you apply what you are learningMemory jogger —techniques for remembering vital content

Feeling anxious or unsure about medical-surgical nursing care? Get grounded in the latest best practices, with the freshly updated Medical-Surgical Nursing Made Incredibly Easy!®, 5th Edition.  This colorful fully illustrated guide offers clear, concise descriptions of crucial medical-surgical nursing concepts and procedures, with learning aids that help you grasp skills and concepts easily, in an enjoyable Incredibly Easy style. From assessment and diagnostics to current evidence-based treatments and interventions, this is the perfect backup to class materials, helpful support for new nurses, and a handy refresher for experienced nurses.  Be expertly guided into a solid foundation in medical-surgical care, with:  NEW and updated statistics and guidelines on current medical-surgical nursing practice in a concise, quick-scan outline formatThe “need-to-know” basics, including the most common disorders medical-surgical nurses encounter Chapters address disorders by body system – neurologic, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, endocrine, renal and urologic, reproductive, musculoskeletal, and moreChapters offer vital foundational knowledge, with expert direction on: Essential elements of medical-surgical nursing practice and the nursing processFluids and electrolytes, perioperative care, and pain management Diagnostic testing – CT, MRI, and PET scan imaging, x-rays, biopsies, EMGs, and moreAdditional chapters on cancer care, obesity, gerontologic care, and end-of-life careCurrent data and best practices on assessing and treating common disorders – Reviews of anatomy and physiology, step-by-step guidance on assessments and history–taking, and diagnostic testing, including patient preparation, monitoring, teaching points, and developing a plan of care Hundreds of colorful diagrams, drawings, and charts that illustrate core terms and concepts, with easy-to-retain definitions“Practice Makes Perfect” end-of-book practice exam with NCLEX®-style questions in current exam format Chapter features include:Memory jogger – Acronyms and other memory tricks that help you remember key concepts and treatmentsA closer look – Illustrations that explain anatomy, physiology, and complex pathwaysEducation edge – Practical guidance for effective patient teachingWhat do I do? – Steps to take in emergency situationsStop, look, and listen – Elements of assessment for a particular body systemWeighing the evidence – Evidence-based practice pointers that support nursing actionsQuick quiz – End-of-chapter multiple-choice questions to help you retain chapter content, followed by answers and rationalesNurse Joy and Jake illustrated characters offer tips and insights throughoutAbout the Clinical EditorsKeelin Cromar, MSN, RN, is Adjunct Nursing Faculty at Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, TXCasey Moebius, DNP, RN, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nurse Education at Del Mar College in Corpus Christi, Texas

Ready to master the medication process? Tap into the go-to resource for nursing pharmacology basics, with the fully updated new fifth edition of Pharmacology Made Incredibly Easy!®. Offering clear, concise descriptions of crucial nursing pharmacology concepts and procedures, this easy-to-follow, colorfully illustrated guide offers step-by-step guidance so to can grasp the fundamentals in enjoyable Incredibly Easy style. From initial assessment to safe medication administration and patient care plans, this is the perfect supplement to class materials, offering solid preparation for NCLEX®, as well as a handy refresher for experienced nurses.  Learn the ins and outs of nursing pharmacology care, with the latest data and protocols:  NEW chapters on patient education, sensory drugs, and dermatologic drugs NEW chapter on medication safety, including abbreviations to avoid and a review of dosage calculationsNEW content on current approved medications and dosages, and expected versus adverse effectsNEW content on emergency drugs, herbs/supplements, immunization schedule, and moreHundreds of colorful diagrams, drawings, and charts that illustrate core concepts, with easy-to-retain definitions and clear direction on administering drugs; drug distribution, absorption, and metabolism; drug classes and their uses; and potential drug interactionsQuick-scan outline format offers up-to-date guidance on areas including:Nursing pharmacology fundamentals Concepts of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeuticsPain drugs, autonomic nervous system drugs, neurologic and neuromuscular drugs Psychotherapeutic, anti-infective, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergy, and immunosuppressant drugsAntineoplastic drugs, drugs for fluid and electrolyte balanceWays a drug may affect patients of different ages and other warningsContent reflects the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model – guidance from initial assessment to evaluating outcomes“Practice Makes Perfect” end-of-book practice exam – approximately 100 new NCLEX®-style questions, to increase your exam confidenceChapter features include:Prototype pro – Actions, indications, and nursing considerations for common prototype drugsA three-step process is provided throughout the chapters to help you care for individuals taking commonly prescribed medications Pharm function – Explains and illustrates how drugs act in the body, and addresses how to recognize and treat adverse reactionsBefore you give that drug – Warnings to consider before you administer a drugEducation edge – Information to share with your patientBlack Box Warnings boxes draw attention to life-threatening concernsLifespan Lightbulb boxes highlight information about how a drug or drug class may affect patients of different agesQuick quiz – End-of-chapter questions with answers/explanations, to help you remember the essentialsNurse Joy and Jake illustrated characters offer tips and insights throughout About the Clinical Editors Cherie R. Rebar, PhD, MBA, RN, CNE, CNECI, COI, FAADN, is a Professor of Nursing at Wittenberg University in Springfield, OhioNicole Heimgartner, DNP, MSN, RN, CNE, CNECI, COI, is a Nursing Faculty member at Galen College of Nursing in Louisville, Kentucky Carolyn Gersch, PhD, MSN, RN, CNE, is a Professor of Practice in the Nursing Program at Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio

More than 400 entries offer detailed, evidence-based guidance on procedures ranging from the most basic patient care to assisting with intricate surgeries. The alphabetical organization allows you to quickly look up any procedure by name, and benefit from the clear, concise, step-by-step direction of nursing experts. Whether you’re a nursing student, are new to nursing, or are a seasoned practitioner, this is your go-to guide to the latest in expert care and positive outcomes.  Ensure a high level of nursing expertise with this practical, quick-reference guide.  This edition offers: NEW entries with evidence-based direction on: Ankle-brachial index calculationBiohazardous waste handlingCultural assessment  Elastomeric pump useHazardous drug preparation and handlingHazardous drug spill managementNasal decolonizationOpioid withdrawal managementPost-traumatic stress disorder assessmentProne positioning for the awake patientSepsis emergency patient careWound photographyColored letter tabs at the top of each page that allow quick-and-easy locating of any entry Full-color photos and diagrams that illustrate procedure steps with a quick-read, bulleted format that walks you through each procedurePractices based on clinical evidence—recent studies supporting best practices are citedColorful, eye-catching special alerts:Nursing Alerts – Potentially dangerous actions or clinically significant findings related to a procedure Pediatric Alerts – Special precautions to take while treating infants, young children, and adolescentsElder Alerts – Elder patient special needsHospital-Acquired Condition Alerts – Conditions the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have identified as events that may occur during hospitalizationProcedures presented in a structured how-to format:Equipment – Types of equipment needed for procedurePreparation of equipment – Guidance on preparing any needed equipment for procedureImplementation – Step-by-step guidance for performing procedureSpecial considerations – Factors to keep in mind that can affect the procedureTroubleshooting – Methods for troubleshooting equipment issues, with step-by-step interventionsPatient teaching – Helpful tips, reminders, and follow-up instructions before patient dischargeComplications – Procedure-related complications to watch forDocumentation – Everything needed to document the procedure fully

The #1 Drug Guide for nurses and clinicians . . . always dependable, always up to-date!Now in its 45th Edition, Nursing2025-2026 Drug Handbook delivers the most current nursing focused information on more than 3,600 generic, brand-name, and combination drugs in an easy-to-use A-Z format.Features→ NEW! Includes 24 brand-new FDA-approved drugs—tabbed and conveniently grouped in a handy “NEW DRUGS” section for easy retrieval→ NEW! Thousands of clinical updates—new dosages and indications, FDA boxed warnings, genetic-related information, adversereactions, interactions, nursing considerations, clinical alerts, and patient teaching information→ Special focus on U.S. and Canadian drug safety issues and concerns→ Thoroughly updated appendices covering indications and dosages for numerous classes of drugs→ Plus FREE access to these additional resources available on Lippincott NursingCenter® at https://www.nursingcenter.com: Monthly FDA updates and news Newly approved drugs New indications and dosages Drug warnings Drug news abstracts Medication safety information Types of medication errors, including causes and common errors Preventing and reducing medication errors Reporting medication errors Real-life stories of medication errors

ACLS Review Made Incredibly Easy!, 4th Edition is packed with easy-to-remember definitions and step-by-step directions on the latest algorithms giving you the confidence you need to pass the ACLS certification exam as well as the knowledge and skills needed to perform advanced cardiac life support.   Allow ACLS Review Made Incredibly Easy to guide you through the latest ACLS training and exam preparations with:  NEW and updated American Heart Association Guidelines with illustrations NEW and updated cardiovascular pharmacology content – including the action, indication, dosages, and precautions for the major drugs used during ACLS NEW and updated interventions NEW and updated CPR skills with illustrations Explanation of the ACLS course and exam components Devices and procedure skills – including ventilation techniques, endotracheal intubation, and supraglottic devices as well as pacemakers, defibrillators, and more!  Identification of which cardiac rhythms may require ACLS treatment Skills required for the first 30 minutes of cardiac emergencies Management of specific rhythms – hypovolemia, hypoxia, acidosis, hypothermia, cardiac tamponade, tension pneumothorax, pulmonary coronary thrombosis, and more Dozens of 4 color diagrams and illustrations that outline the core concepts and skills needed for ACLS certification.

Since its first edition over 60 years ago, Rockwood and Green’s Fractures in Adults and Rockwood and Wilkins’ Fractures in Children,has been the go-to reference for treating a wide range of fractures in adults, children, and adolescents. The landmark tenth edition three-volume package continues this tradition with the addition of two new international editors (Adults), four new associate editors (Children), a refreshed mix of contributors, new and fully revised content throughout, bringing you up to date with today’s techniques and technologies in orthopaedics. Led by a team of expert editors who ensure that the most up-to-date information is presented in a manner that is comprehensive yet easy to digest manner. Follows a templated format throughout, with numerous time-saving treatment algorithms, checklists, charts, and tables for quick reference Presents preoperative planning in convenient checklists; nonoperative treatments, pitfalls, management of adverse outcomes, and operative techniques in easy-to-read tables; detailed “Author’s Preferred Treatment” algorithms, and annotated references for key trials and studies Includes three new chapters on Artificial Intelligence and 3D-Guided Surgery in Orthopaedic Trauma (Adults), Regional Anesthesia for Fractures and Dislocations (Adults), and Pharmacology of Pediatric Fracture Care (Children) Features high-quality videos that offer instruction and guidance on clinical procedures Enrich your eBook reading experienceRead directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech. This package contains:978-1-9752-1160-8  Rockwood and Green's Fractures in Adults, 10th Edition978-1-9752-1173-8  Rockwood and Wilkins' Fractures in Children, 10th Edition

The #1 Drug Guide for nurses and clinicians . . . always dependable, always up to-date!The Nursing 2027–2028 Drug Handbook, now in its 46th Edition, delivers the most current, nursing‑focused drug information to support safe medication administration and clinical decision-making at the point of care. Covering more than 3,600 generic, brand-name, and combination drugs, this handbook is designed specifically for nurses in clinical practice, nursing students, and educators.Organized in a clear, alphabetical A–Z format, the handbook makes it easy to quickly find accurate dosing, indications, contraindications, and safety alerts—ideal for fast-paced healthcare environments.  Features:NEW! 15 brand-new FDA-approved drugs—tabbed and conveniently grouped in a handy “New Drugs” section for easy retrievalNEW! Thousands of clinical updates:New dosages and indications, FDA boxed warnings, Genetic-related information, Adverse reactions, Interactions, Nursing considerations, Clinical alerts, Patient teaching informationSpecial focus on U.S. and Canadian drug safety issues and concernsThoroughly updated appendices covering indications and dosages for numerous classes of drugsPlus FREE access to these additional resources available on Lippincott NursingCenter® :Monthly FDA updates and newsNewly approved drugsNew indications and dosagesDrug warningsDrug news abstractsMedication safety informationTypes of medication errors, including causes and common errorsPreventing and reducing medication errorsReporting medication errorsReal-life stories of medication errors Essential drug information for Nursing PracticeEach drug monograph provides concise, practical guidance nurses rely on every day, including:Adult, pediatric, and geriatric dosing (when applicable)Administration and IV considerationsMonitoring parameters and lab valuesSafety alerts and high‑risk medication warningsPatient education and tipsMedication error prevention insightsWho this Drug Handbook is forStaff and bedside nursesNurse practitioners and advanced practice nursesNursing students and facultyClinical educators Hospitals, academic programs, and healthcare librariesWhy nurses trust Nursing Drug HandbookFor more than four decades, the Nursing Drug Handbook has been a go‑to medication reference for nurses seeking accurate, clinically relevant, and easy‑to‑use drug information—updated regularly to reflect the latest FDA guidance and nursing best practices.

Superpower your maternal-neonatal skills, with the fully updated Maternal-Neonatal Facts Made Incredibly Quick!®, 3rd Edition , the indispensable pocket guide that offers at-your-fingertips answers on maternal-neonatal nursing essentials.Flip quickly to the section on which you need guidance with the help of brightly colored tabs. Then scan the quick-read bulleted text for vital direction on the four stages of labor, interpreting stress test results, Lamaze techniques, interpreting lab values, and more. This handy quick-reference guide offers both classroom and on-the-unit support for nursing students, nurses, and all maternal-neonatal healthcare professionals.Use this reference for maternal-neonatal assessments, tests, monitoring, and care, with these featues: NEW and updated bulleted content with quick-read tables, charts, and drawingsWipeable laminated pages that make notetaking and erasing quick and easyPocket-sized, spiral-bound format that offers instant access to expert nursing guidanceDozens of colorful diagrams, charts, and images that offer practical direction for areas including: Classifying fetal presentationDistinguishing between true and false laborNoting systemic changes in the active phase of laborAssessing glucose challenge valuesAssessing the three categories of pregnancy signsDistinguishing the signs and symptoms of separation between the placenta and uterine wallPatient teachingEasy-to-follow definitions and guidance on areas including: Internal and external fetal monitoring—reading a fetal heart rate (FHR) monitoring strip and identifying FHR patternsPotential complications of medication administrationComfort measures in laborPrimary indications for cesarean birth—maternal, placental, and fetalUnderstanding lacerations and umbilical cord prolapsePrenatal care – taking an obstretric and medical history, adaptations to pregnancy, fundal height, Leopold’s maneuvers, fetal development, cultural practices, and moreIntrapartum - spontaneous abortion, ectopic pregnancy, female pelvis, labor, cervical effacement and dilation, drug administration, cesarean birth, and morePostpartum – postpartum phases, fundal palpation, uterine involution, postpartal hemorrhage, pulmonary embolism, maternal self-care, lactation, and moreNeonatal – neonatal flow algorithm, physiology and assessment, Apgar score, sutures and fontanels, infections, HIV, oxygen therapy, circumcision, neonatal labs, and moreAbout the Clinical Editor Stephanie C. Evans, PhD, APRN, CPNP, is an Assistant Professor of Nursing at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas.