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