Medical-Surgical Nursing Made Incredibly Easy

Get the vital concepts, data, and how-to on medical-surgical nursing with the newly updated Medical-Surgical Nursing Made Incredibly Easy, 4th Edition . This fun-but-informative guide uses colorful drawings and diagrams to demonstrate the mechanisms and clinical indications of the most common disorders found in each body system-followed by clear-cut direction on assessments, interventions, and evidence-based treatments. An ideal support to class materials and NCLEX (R) preparation, this is also the perfect on-the-spot refresher for nurses in every kind of medical-surgical practice. NEW real-world guidance from "Nurse Joy" and "Nurse Jake"-expert tips and insights for medical-surgical nursing situationsNEW quick-scan format with concise, easy-to-remember bulleted contentHundreds of colorful drawings, charts, and diagrams illustrating vital pointsChapters covering disorders by body system , including cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, renal and urologic, reproductive, and musculoskeletalCurrent data and best practices on assessing and treating common disorders, including:Anatomy, etiology, and physiologyHealthPhysical assessmentsDiagnostic testingCurrent NANDA International nursing diagnosis guidelinesSpecial chapter features: A closer look - Illustrations that explain anatomy, physiology, and complex pathwaysEducation edge - Patient teaching tipsJust the facts - Brief outline of content at the start of every chapterWhat do I do? - Steps to take in emergency situationsWeighing the evidence - Evidence-based practice pointers that support nursing actionsMemory jogger - Memory tricks that help you remember key concepts and treatmentsQuick quiz - End-of-chapter riddles and multiple-choice questions to help you retain vital contentStep-by-step, expert guidance on vital skills, with real-life patient scenarios for areas including: Cancer, obesity, and gerontology careEnd-of-life careFluids and electrolytesAcid-base balancePain managementBlood transfusion reactionsClassifying and treating heart failureUse of CT scans, MRIs, and x-rays for each body systemPreoperative careSurgical processesOnline supplementary materials: 1,000 NCLEX (R)-style questions in current NCLEX (R) exam formatNCLEX (R) preparation tutorialsClinical simulation case studiesTest-taking strategies and study techniques