Foundations of Nursing - Hardcover

White, Lois; Duncan, Gena; Baumle, Wendy

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1428317732 ISBN 13: 9781428317734

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 2010

Synopsis

The FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING, 3E is an ideal introduction to the field of nursing that provides comprehensive and updated information on a wide variety of topics integral to this field, as well as current topics, such as HIPAA and bioterrorism. An important feature of FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING, 3E is the Case Study included in each chapter, with critical thinking questions designed to assist the reader through the nursing process and to develop a customized plan of care for the client in each scenario. Additionally, each chapter has been updated to include NCLEX style questions and a student StudyWARE™ CD-ROM provides interactive games, quizzes, activities, animations, and video clips to enrich the learning experience. This book contains all the information necessary to successfully complete a nursing curriculum.

About this title

About the Author:

Lois Elaine Wacker White earned a diploma in nursing from Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, Springfield, Illinois; an Associate degree in Science from Del Mar College, Corpus Christi, Texas; a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas A & I University--Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi, Texas; a Master of Science in Education from Corpus Christi State University, Corpus Christi, Texas; and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in education administration--community college from the University of Texas, Austin, Texas. She has taught at Del Mar college, Corpus Christi, Texas, in both the Associate Degree Nursing program and the Vocational Nursing program. For 14 years she was also chairperson of the Department of Vocational Nurse Education. Dr. White has taught fundamentals of nursing, mental health/mental illness, medical-surgical nursing, and maternal/newborn nursing. Her professional career has also included 15 years of clinical practice. Dr. White has served on the Nursing Education Advisory Committee of the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas and the Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners, which developed competencies expected of graduates for each level of nursing. She maintains membership in the Texas Association of Vocational Nurse Educators, Sigma Theta Tau, American Nurses Association, and the National League for Nursing.

Review:

Unit 1. Foundations. 1. Student Nurse Skills for Success. 2. Holistic Care. 3. Nursing History, Education, and Organizations. 4. Legal and Ethical Responsibilities. Unit 2 - The Health Care Environment. 5. The Health Care Delivery System 6. Arenas of Care. Unit 3 - Communication. 7. Communication. 8. Client Teaching. 9. Nursing Process/Documentation/Informatics. Unit 4 - Developmental and Psychosocial Concerns. 10. Lifespan Development. 11. Cultural Considerations. 12. Stress, Adaptation, and Anxiety. 13. Loss, Grief, and Death. Unit 5 - Health Promotion. 14. Wellness Concepts. 15. Self-concept (NEW). 16. Spirituality (NEW). 17. Complementary/Alternative Therapies. 18. Basic Nutrition. 19. Rest and Sleep. 20. Safety/Hygiene. Unit 6 - Infection Control. 21. Infection Control/Asepsis. 22. Standard Precautions and Isolation. 23 . Bioterrorism (NEW). Unit 7 - Fundamental Nursing Care. 24. Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance. 25. Medication Administration and IV Therapy. 26. Assessment. 27. Pain Management. 28. Diagnostic Tests. Unit 8 - Nursing Procedures. 29. Basic Procedures. 30. Intermediate Procedures 31. Advanced Procedures Unit 9. Essential Concepts. 32. Anesthesia. 33. Surgery. 34. Oncology. Unit 10 Nursing Care of the Client: Oxygenation and Perfusion. 35. Respiratory System. 36. Cardiovascular System. 37. Hematologic and Lymphatic Systems. Unit 11. Nursing Care of the Client: Digestion and Elimination. 38. Gastrointestinal System. 39. Urinary System. Unit 12. Nursing Care of the Client: Mobility, Coordination, and Regulation. 40. Musculoskeletal System. 41. Neurological System. 42. Sensory System. 43. Endocrine System. Unit 13. Nursing Care of the Client: Reproductive and Sexual Health. 44. Reproductive System. 45. Sexually Transmitted Diseases. Unit 14. Nursing Care of the Client: Body Defenses. 46. Integumentary System. 47. Immune System. Unit 15. Nursing Care of the Client: Physical and Mental Integrity. 48. Mental Illness. 49. Substance Abuse. Unit 16. Nursing Care of the Client: Older Adult 50. The Older Adult. Unit 17. Nursing Care of the Client: Health Care in the Community. 51. Rehabilitation, Home Health, Long-Term Care and Hospice. Unit 18. Applications. 52. Responding to Emergencies. 53. Integration. Section III. Maternal & Pediatric Nursing. 54. Prenatal Care. 55. Complications of Pregnancy. 56. The Birth Process. 57. Postpartum Care. 58. Newborn Care. 59. Basics of Pediatric Care. 60. Infants with Special Needs. 61. Common Childhood Disorders. Appendix A. NANDA Nursing Diagnoses 2009-2011. Appendix B. Recommended Childhood and Adolescent Immunization Schedule. Appendix C. Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Symbols. Appendix D. English/Spanish Words and Phrases. Glossary. Index.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1428317732
• ISBN 13: 9781428317734
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 1848