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New at ECG interpretation? No need to go it alone—keep the basic skills and concepts at your fingertips, with ECG Interpretation: An Incredibly Easy!® Pocket Guide .Use this enjoyable reference for at-a-glance reviews of how to use and monitor ECG equipment, obtain and interpret rhythm strips, and accurately spot and treat arrhythmias. Full of helpful charts, illustrations, and easy-to-relate-to definitions, this is the perfect on-the-spot guide for students, new nurses, and all those looking for expert guidance on the job.Increase on-the-job or classroom confidence with this must-have pocket guide, featuring:NEW and updated content in quick-read, bulleted format, with easy-to-remember guidance on topics including: o Identifying and interpreting atrial, junctional, ventricular, sinus node, and atrioventricular arrhythmias o ECG effects of electrolyte imbalances o ECG effects of antiarrhythmics o Basic and advanced electrocardiography, including equipment uses and components o Waveform types and componentsDozens of photos, drawings, and diagrams clearly outline key concepts, including:8-step method of ECG evaluationIdentifying and monitoring disorders, rhythm disturbances, and electrolyte imbalancesPlacement of different types of leadsIdentifying and solving monitor problemsInterventions – Administering nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic treatments for arrhythmias, including pacemakers, ICDs, and antiarrhythmicsSpecial features:Memory jogger – Memory tricks that help you remember key concepts and treatmentsThrough the ages – Identifies differences in ECG interpretation and pacemaker needs, according to the patient’s age Help desk – Explanations of monitoring equipment components and functions What causes it – Causes of different disorders, imbalances, and arrhythmias What to look for – Tips on identifying and interpreting arrhythmiaHow it’s treated – Steps to take for a variety of treatment“Nurse Joy” and “Nurse Jake” – Expert insights on ECG methods and problem-solvingEnd-of-book guides and tests:The Test Zone – Practice Q&AQuick guide to arrhythmiasACLS algorithms: The Pulseless Arrest, Tachycardia, and BradycardiaGuide to antiarrhythmic drugsGuide to choosing monitoring leadsAbout the Clinical EditorJessica Shank Coviello, DNP, APM, ANP-BC, is Associate Professor and Director of the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program at Yale Univers

Feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of wound care? Skip the confusion—get fast, clear answers with the newly updated Wound Care Facts Made Incredibly Quick! ®, 2nd edition.This friendly pocket resource can bring the right information, skills, and confidence to your studies and on-the-job performance, with top-to-bottom guidance on areas including assessment, differential diagnoses, dressings, treatment plans, and daily management. With at-a-glance answers and clear, concise direction, this is the ideal on-the-spot guide for nurses, nursing students, instructors, and all healthcare practitioners to effectively manage wounds.Take the expert tour through the latest wound care protocols, with:NEW and updated content in colorful, quick-read format with bulleted contentNEW and updated tables, photos, drawings, and diagramsPocket-sized, spiral-bound format that provides on-the-go access to expert guidanceBrightly colored tabs to aid quick, easy, and on-the-spot researchLaminated, wipe-clean pages for easy notetaking and erasingDozens of colorful diagrams and illustrations outlining the core concepts and skills needed for successful wound care , including Wound and skin assessment tools, procedures, monitoring, and long-term careEasy-to-follow explanations of skin anatomy and physiologyStep-by-step how-tos for current treatment algorithms and assessment skillsHow-tos for procedures such as dry sterile dressings, wet-to-dry dressings, wound cultures, and wound packingPressure injuries, including preventative strategiesStrategies for managing pressure, arterial, venous, and diabetic ulcersWound care products, including cleansers and medicationsPatient teaching pointsClarifies complex terms and concepts – easy-to-follow guidance on basic wound care assessment, procedures, monitoring, and long-term care, including: Wound classificationsWound healing stagesVascular functionsClassifications of interventions, including antibiotic and antibacterials, debridement, oxygenation, dressings, and bandagesDiagnostic tests, treatments, and wrappings for a wide range of wounds, including vascular and arterial ulcers“Nurse Joy” and “Jake” to provide expert insights and encouragement on interventions and problem-solving

Packed with colorful images and clear-as-day guidance, this friendly reference guides you through meeting documentation requirements, working with electronic medical records systems, complying with legal requirements, following care planning guidelines, and more. Whether you are a nursing student or a new or experienced nurse, this on-the-spot study and clinical guide is your ticket to ensuring your charting is timely, accurate, and watertight.Let the experts walk you through up-to-date best practices for nursing documentation, with:NEW and updated , fully illustrated content in quick-read, bulleted formatNEW discussion of the necessary documentation process outside of charting—informed consent, advanced directives, medication reconciliationEasy-to-retain guidance on using the electronic medical records / electronic health records (EMR/EHR) documentation systems, and required charting and documentation practicesEasy-to-read, easy-to-remember content that provides helpful charting examples demonstrating what to document in different patient situations, while addressing the different styles of chartingOutlines the Do's and Don’ts of charting – a common sense approach that addresses a wide range of topics, including: Documentation and the nursing process—assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning care/outcomes, implementation, evaluationDocumenting the patient’s health history and physical examinationThe Joint Commission standards for assessmentPatient rights and safetyCare plan guidelinesEnhancing documentationAvoiding legal problemsDocumenting proceduresDocumentation practices in a variety of settings—acute care, home healthcare, and long-term careDocumenting special situations—release of patient information after death, nonreleasable information, searching for contraband, documenting inappropriate behaviorSpecial features include:Just the facts – a quick summary of each chapter’s contentAdvice from the experts – seasoned input on vital charting skills, such as interviewing the patient, writing outcome standards, creating top-notch care plans“Nurse Joy” and “Jake” – expert insights on the nursing process and problem-solvingThat’s a wrap! – a review of the topics covered in that chapterAbout the Clinical EditorKate Stout, RN, MSN, is a Post Anesthesia Care Staff Nurse at Dosher Memorial Hospital in Southport, North Carolina.

Provide effective wound care with skill and confidence, with the expert direction and real-life images of the fully updated Wound Care Made Incredibly Visual!®, 3rd Edition. Let this colorfully illustrated text guide you through the fundamental concepts, skills, and treatments needed for positive wound care outcomes, including the latest products and procedures. Prepare to succeed in both the classroom and on the unit the enjoyable Incredibly Visual ™ way, as clear explanations and plentiful images guide you through the vital steps of effective wound care.Grasp the basic concepts, skills, phases, and complications of wound care … NEW and updated photos and graphicsNEW and updated content on the latest wound care techniques and interventionsHundreds of colorful images that make the complexities of wound care easy to understand —detailed photos, charts, and drawings that explain and reinforce key concepts in easy-to-remember waysClear, concise text that explains the fundamentals and latest advancements in wound care in clear, understandable termsPerfect for visual learners —numerous images that demonstrate skills and interventions, including:Skin anatomy and physiology—skin layers and their functionsWound healing—types of wound healing, healing phases, and complicationsWound assessment—including recognizing failure to healEffects of aging on wound healingAcute versus chronic woundsPressure injuriesVascular ulcersDiabetic foot ulcersMalignant woundsAtypical woundsWound care productsIdeal on-the-spot reference and review for nursing students, new nurses, and other healthcare practitionersExcellent teaching aid—seasoned, step-by-step guidance backed by images that demonstrate everyday patient care situationsChapter features:Chapter content summary at the start of each chapterQ&A —End-of-chapter games and quizzes that reinforce learning points—multiple-choice or fill-in-the-blank questions, word games, and matching images to wound care concepts“Nurse Joy and Jake” —Expert insights and encouraging advice offered throughoutTake note —illustrated interventions that demonstrate real-life patient scenarios About the Clinical Editor Patricia Albano Slachta, PhD, APRN, ACNS-BC, CWOCN, is President of the Nursing Educational Programs and Services in Ridgeland, South Carolina.

Rich with real-life, full-color images, Wound Care Made Incredibly Easy, 4th Edition, presents a lighthearted approach to complex concepts and takes the stress out of mastering the skills and treatments essential to positive wound care outcomes.   Excel in the classroom and on the unit with this highly visual text filled with up-to-date insights, clear, concise explanations, and plenty of vibrant images.    UPDATED! Reorganized skin and wound anatomy and physiology content clarifies key concepts NEW! Focus on wound bed preparation reinforces essential care practices. NEW! Images familiarize you with wounds as they appear on diverse skin types. NEW! Chapter on wounds caused by external factors enriches your understanding of commonly encountered wound types.  NEW! COVID-19 content helps you confidently identify and address related injuries. NEW! Chapter on skin and wound care for the pediatric population alerts you to care considerations specific to younger clients.  UPDATED! References and resources point you to additional trusted perspectives and practices in the field.

Don’t stress over anatomy and physiology—mastering basic terms and concepts is a breeze with Anatomy and Physiology Made Incredibly Easy, 6th Edition. This clever, colorful, clearly written guide makes fundamental anatomy and physiology structures and functions approachable while delivering fun, friendly guidance to help you ensure success throughout your nursing career.   Filled with vibrant illustrations and labeled diagrams, this quick-reference text demonstrates how every major structure in the body interacts with the body’s systems and guides you through genetics, nutrition, reproduction, and more. Whether you’re a nursing student studying for the NCLEX®, a practicing nurse pursuing fast answers, or a healthcare practitioner or fitness professional in need of an A&P refresher, this easy-to-read, up-to-date 6th Edition makes essential information more accessible than ever.   New to this edition:UPDATED! Revised art—including illustrations from Anatomy and Physiology Made Incredibly Visual, 2nd Edition—brings clinical material to life in vivid detail.  UPDATED! Labeling ensures accurate identification and understanding of key structures.  UPDATED! End-of-chapter quizzes familiarize you with the current NCLEX test plan. UPDATED! References reflect the latest and most trusted clinical perspectives.