Understanding the Essentials of Critical Care Nursing
Understanding the Essentials of Critical Care Nursing 1eKathleen Ouimet Perrin This brief introduction to Critical Care Nursing provides core information essential for the novice critical care nurse to understand, whether that novice is a student or a new graduate. The problems presented are based on the likelihood that a novice critical care nurse will encounter them. Recommended practices rely on evidence-based findings for collaborative and nursing practice. FEATURES·        Visual Maps:  Each chapter includes visual maps to illustrate the relationships among the disease states, collaborative interventions, and outcomes.          ·        Commonly Used Medications: Medications most often prescribed for the conditions addressed in the chapter are highlighted. ·          Safety Initiatives: These boxes highlight specific safety initiatives important for the nurse to understand.·        Gerontological Considerations: Many patients in critical care settings are older adults; this essential information will enhance the effectiveness of critical care nurses. ·          Nursing Diagnoses: NANDA Nursing Diagnoses are suggested for the disorders and diseases presented·        Case Study: A case study of a realistic patient scenario illustrates the chapter content and provides an example of collaborative and nursing management.  ADDITIONAL RESOURCESCOMPANION WEBSITE (www.prenhall.com/perrin) Open access for students and faculty, offering NCLEX review, nursing care plans, student activities, additional resources, and much more. ONLINE COURSE MANAGEMENT CARTRIDGES  Pearson’s online course management solutions feature interactive modules, student activities, NCLEX review questions, instructors’ resources, and more.   For more information please contact your Pearson Health and Careers Sales Representative or go online to www.prenhall.com/demo.  Pearson Health SciencesUpper Saddle River, NJ  07458www.prenhall.com/nursing