Download or read book LPN to RN Transitions Elsevier eBook on VitalSource Retail Access Card written by Lora Claywell and published by . This book was released on 2021-07-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clear, succinct coverage helps you understand the issues that an RN must address for a successful practice. Respect for the accomplishments of the LPN is emphasized throughout the text. Engaging design and thoughtful exercises keep you focused on key concepts and learning objectives. Critical thinking questions at the end of every chapter reinforce your understanding of important content. Patient scenarios and Application to Practice boxes challenge you to apply your knowledge to real-world clinical situations. FYI boxes encourage you to think about how your day-to-day interactions will change as an RN. Key Terms and Key Points help you learn vocabulary words and concepts related to the topic being discussed. NEW! Interprofessional collaboration coverage prepares you to work effectively with other members of the healthcare team. NEW! Information on trauma-Informed care prepares you to deliver care with a person-centered approach, which promotes a collaborative, trusting, respectful, and emotionally supportive care environment. NEW! Coverage of competencies for the RN gives you a clear vision of what skills registered nursing encompasses and how they differ from practical or vocational nursing. UPDATED! Next Generation NCLEX®-style content prepares you for the upcoming changes to the NCLEX-RN® exam. EXPANDED! Additional information on key topics enhances coverage of time management, preparing for class, self-care, prioritization, outcomes and cost containment, mandatory reporting, and case management for chronic illness across all settings, including home care.

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Download or read book Success in Practical Vocational Nursing Elsevier eBook on VitalSource Retail Access Card written by Lisa Carroll and published by . This book was released on 2022-08-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Basic career information includes the value of the LPN, workforce trends, state regulations governing LPN practice, and insight into safe practice and NCLEX-PN® success. Learning features in each chapter include objectives and key terms with phonetic pronunciations, with definitions in the text and in the glossary. Storytelling narratives at the beginning of specific chapters use real-life scenarios to provide context for the topic. Get Ready for the NCLEX-PN® Examination section at the end of each chapter includes key points, critical thinking scenarios, additional learning resources, and review questions with answers at the back of the book. Test-taking and interview preparation tips prepare students to take the NCLEX-PN Examination and guide you through the job search, applications, and interviews - including electronic resumes. Critical Thinking boxes provide opportunities to practice problem solving. Coordinated Care boxes develop leadership and management skills with hints, tools, and activities. Keep in Mind boxes introduce the underlying theme of each chapter. Professional Pointers boxes give advice on nursing best practices in practice settings. Try This! boxes challenge students to imagine, visualize, and think outside the box. Full-color design makes this text visually appealing and easy to read. References cite evidence-based information and can be found in the back of the book. NEW! Next-Generation NCLEX® (NGN) Examination-style questions are provided at the end of each chapter. NEW! Empowerment boxes introduce tools that can affect positive outcomes in class, clinicals, and professional practice. NEW! Updated content includes delegation, preparing students for leadership positions immediately upon graduation, and the latest on clinical judgment.

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Download or read book Contemporary Nursing Elsevier eBook on VitalSource Retail Access Card written by Barbara Cherry and published by . This book was released on 2022-02-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vignettes at the beginning of each chapter personalize nursing practice and history, and help you understand your place in the profession. Full-color illustrations and design demonstrate concepts and make the text visually appealing. Case studies help you apply theory to clinical practice. Colorful, humorous cartoons depict the themes in each chapter. Key terms, learning outcomes, and chapter overviews begin each chapter, helping you organize and focus your study, and a summary at the end of each chapter reinforces the key points to remember. Professional/Ethical Issue in every chapter tests your ability to think critically and apply concepts to a real-life dilemma. Unit 3: Leadership and Management in Nursing guides you through skills such as budgeting, communication and conflict resolution, staffing, health policy and politics, and more. Unit 4: Career Management describes how to make the transition from student to professional, including time management, career opportunities, and tips on how to pass the NCLEX-RN® examination. NEW! Information on COVID-19 covers preparedness for a pandemic response, legal issues and ethical dilemmas of COVID-19, the nursing shortage, access to personal protective equipment, and the growth of telehealth/telemedicine care. NEW! Clinical Judgment chapter emphasizes the development of clinical reasoning skills. NEW! Additional coverage in Theories of Nursing Practice chapter includes the application of theories in nursing practice, Watson's theory of caring, and Swanson's middle range theory. NEW! Updated coverage of delegation and supervision includes the most current guidelines from the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. NEW! Updates to contemporary trends and issues include AACN essentials, associate degree-BSN, nursing education in other countries, online programs, distance education, and more. NEW! Updates in Paying for Health Care in America chapter cover current payment models, the social determinants of health, and healthcare access. NEW! Additional information on CBD oil and the legalization of marijuana is included.

Download or read book Concepts for Nursing Practice Elsevier eBook on VitalSource Retail Access Card written by Jean Foret Giddens and published by . This book was released on 2020-04-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Authoritative content written by expert contributors and meticulously edited by concept-based learning expert Jean Giddens sets the standard for the rapidly growing concept-based curriculum movement. A total of 57 important nursing concepts are clearly defined and analyzed, spanning the areas of patient physiology, patient behavior, and the professional nursing environment. Case studies in each chapter make it easier to apply knowledge of nursing concepts to real-world situations. UNIQUE! Featured Exemplars sections describe selected exemplars related to each nursing concept, covering the entire lifespan and all clinical settings, and help you assimilate concepts into practice. UNIQUE! Logical framework of concepts by units and themes helps you form immediate connections among related concepts --- a key to conceptual learning. UNIQUE! Interrelated Concepts illustrations provide visual cues to understanding and help you make connections across concepts. NEW! UPDATED content reflects the latest research evidence and national and international practice guidelines. NEW! Population Health concept reflects the future of nursing, in which health care organizations learn to deliver care that is high in quality, patient-centered, cost-effective, and evidence-based. NEW! Featured Exemplars sections provide a brief explanation of some of the most important exemplars. NEW! Discussion questions in case studies reinforce your understanding of each concept. NEW! UPDATED exemplar links connect you to concept exemplars in other RN- and LPN/LVN-level Elsevier nursing titles.

Download or read book LPN to RN Transitions E Book written by Lora Claywell and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2017-09-20 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: LPN to RN Transitions, 4th Edition makes it easy for you to take the next step in your nursing career with all of the essential information you need to pursue your RN degree and practice as a registered nurse. This new edition includes practical information on role transition, cultural competency, delegation, classroom study habits, professional writing, and more. Plus, newly-revised chapters provide the latest information for one complete, indispensable resource to help you succeed in everything from the classroom to clinical practice! Improved organization gives you a clear vision of what the profession of nursing encompasses and ends with a career-affirming review of the path you must travel to reach the goal of registered nurse. Critical thinking questions give you practice applying the critical-thinking skills you will need on the job. Clear, succinct coverage helps you focus on the issues that an RN must address for a successful practice. FYI boxes encourage you to think about how your day-to-day interactions will change as an RN. Additional illustrations create a more engaging reading experience. Revised table of contents helps you quickly locate information. Casual writing style makes it easier to read the text and gain practical advice. Key Terms and Key Points help you learn vocabulary words central to the topic discussed. Learning objectives in each chapter orient you to the broad range of topics that will be emphasized in the RN curriculum. NEW! Information on Role Transition prepares you to begin working in a clinical practice environment. NEW! Cultural Competency information covers how to work with a diverse set of patients. NEW! Prepare Now to Pass NCLEX® chapter provides strategies to use throughout the ADN curriculum to help you prepare a study plan tailored for success on the NCLEX-RN exam. NEW! Additional case studies demonstrate how the concepts discussed apply to real-life patients and colleagues. NEW! Math and Calculations content streamlined online for quick access.

Download or read book So You ve Registered What Now Elsevier E Book on VitalSource Retail Access Card written by Joleen McKee and published by . This book was released on 2023-01-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Full of real-life tips and insights from practising nurses, this new title gives encouragement and advice to help newly qualified registrants prepare as they start work in the ever-changing world of health care. So You've Registered, What Now? does not cover clinical skills but rather concentrates on the practical essentials of working as a nurse in different settings, from hospitals to the community and research sectors. Written in an easy to follow, conversational style, it takes the reader through relevant regulations and provides up-to-date guidance on how to survive as a nurse in the real world. Being a newly registered nurse can be a daunting experience. New nurses will find this book an invaluable resource that will help them navigate the sometimes convoluted path to establishing their career, as well as a support and guide through the highs and lows of their working life. Current regulations and policies, and how to navigate them Definitions of technical terms and abbreviations Tips from nurses' lived experience Discussion of preceptorship, nursing during the COVID-19 pandemic and reflection

Download or read book Foundations of Nursing Elsevier eBook on VitalSource Retail Access Card written by Kim Cooper and published by . This book was released on 2022-04-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step-by-step instructions for more than 100 skills show nursing techniques and procedures along with the rationales for each. Clear, easy-to-understand coverage of skills across the lifespan includes maternity, pediatrics, adults, and older adults. Nursing care plans use a case-study format to emphasize patient goals and outcomes, and include critical thinking questions at the end of each care plan. Complete mathematics review covers basic arithmetic skills and dosage calculation, followed by a discussion of medication administration including IV therapy. Safety Alerts cover issues related to safe patient care in a variety of settings. Evidence-Based Practice boxes provide synopses of research articles that apply to nursing, along with nursing implications for the LPN/LVN. Coordinated Care boxes promote comprehensive patient care with other members of the health care team, focusing on prioritization, assignment, supervision, collaboration, delegation, and leadership topics. Health Promotion Considerations boxes highlight information on wellness and disease prevention, including infection control, diet, and pregnancy. Communication boxes illustrate communication strategies through real-life examples of nurse-patient dialogue. Patient Teaching boxes focus on three-way communication among the nurse, patient, and family members, and include topics such as hospital discharge instructions. Home Health Considerations boxes discuss issues facing patients and their caregivers in the home setting. Lifespan Considerations boxes provide age-specific information for the care of the patient. NEW! Next Generation NCLEX® case studies and new format questions help you prepare for success on the NCLEX-PN® examination. NEW! Discussion of the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model helps you develop the skills needed to plan effective nursing interventions. NEW! Updated Asepsis and Infection Control chapter prepares you for today's healthcare environment. NEW! Updated photos and illustrations show nursing techniques, procedures, and patient care.

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Download or read book Foundations and Adult Health Nursing Elsevier eBook on VitalSource Retail Access Card written by Kim Cooper and published by . This book was released on 2022-03-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step-by-step instructions for more than 100 skills show clearly defined nursing actions along with the rationales for each. Clear, easy-to-understand coverage of skills across the lifespan includes maternity, pediatrics, adults, and older adults. The nursing process is applied to the discussion of disorders, and is summarized at the end of each chapter. Nursing care plans use a case-study format to emphasize patient goals and outcomes, and include critical thinking questions at the end of each care plan. Overview of Anatomy and Physiology begins each body systems chapter, and the Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology chapter provides a clear, basic understanding of the A&P that LPN/LVNs need to know. Complete mathematics review covers basic arithmetic skills and dosage calculation, followed by a discussion of medication administration including IV therapy. Evidence-Based Practice boxes provide synopses of research articles that apply to nursing, along with nursing implications for the LPN/LVN. Safety Alert! boxes cover issues related to safe patient care in a variety of settings. Coordinated Care boxes promote comprehensive patient care with other members of the health care team, focusing on prioritization, assignment, supervision, collaboration, delegation, and leadership topics. Lifespan Considerations boxes provide age-specific information for the care of the patient. Older Adult Considerations boxes provide information on the care of the aging population, which is often the primary focus of the LPN/LVN nurse. Communication boxes illustrate communication strategies through real-life examples of nurse-patient dialogue. Patient Teaching boxes focus on three-way communication among the nurse, patient, and family members, and include topics such as hospital discharge instructions. Health Promotion Considerations boxes highlight information on wellness and disease prevention, including infection control, diet, and pregnancy. Home Health Considerations boxes discuss issues facing patients and their caregivers in the home setting. Medication tables provide quick access to action, dosage, precautions, and nursing considerations for commonly used drugs. Get Ready for the NCLEX® Examination sections provide key points, review questions, and critical thinking activities to reinforce learning. NEW! Next Generation NCLEX® case studies and new format questions help you prepare for success on the NCLEX-PN® examination. NEW! Discussion of the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model helps you develop the skills needed to plan effective nursing interventions. NEW! Updated Asepsis and Infection Control chapter prepares you for today's healthcare environment. NEW! Updated Immune Disorder and HIV/AIDS chapters highlight the newest medical and drug therapies. NEW! Updated photos and illustrations show nursing techniques, procedures, and patient care.

Download or read book Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Elsevier eBook on VitalSource Retail Access Card written by Geralyn Ochs and published by . This book was released on 2022-04-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Approx. 374 pages Comprehensive Understanding sections cover the entire chapter in detail, helping you master content. NEW! Next Generation NCLEX®-style case studies and questions for clinical chapters help you apply knowledge you have gained and practice these new types of questions. Alternate item questions help you prepare for the kinds of questions you will see on your exams. Completely updated Skills Performance Checklists (available on Evolve with the purchase of a new text) match the latest versions of skills.

Download or read book Adult Health Nursing Elsevier eBook on VitalSource Retail Access Card written by Kim Cooper and published by . This book was released on 2022-02-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step-by-step instructions for skills show clearly defined nursing actions along with the rationales for each. Overview of Anatomy and Physiology begins each body systems chapter, and the Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology chapter provides a clear, basic understanding of the A&P that LPN/LVNs need to know. The nursing process is applied to the discussion of disorders, and is summarized at the end of each chapter. Nursing care plans use a case-study format to emphasize patient goals and outcomes, and include critical thinking questions at the end of each care plan. Evidence-Based Practice boxes provide synopses of research articles that apply to nursing, along with nursing implications for the LPN/LVN. Safety Alert! boxes cover issues related to safe patient care in a variety of settings. Coordinated Care boxes promote comprehensive patient care with other members of the health care team, focusing on prioritization, assignment, supervision, collaboration, delegation, and leadership topics. Lifespan Considerations boxes provide age-specific information for the care of the patient. Older Adult Considerations boxes provide age-specific information for the care of the aging population, which is often the primary focus of the LPN/LVN nurse. Communication boxes illustrate communication strategies through real-life examples of nurse-patient dialogue. Patient Teaching boxes focus on three-way communication among the nurse, patient, and family members, and include topics such as hospital discharge instructions. Health Promotion Considerations boxes highlight information on wellness and disease prevention, including infection control, diet, and pregnancy. Home Health Considerations boxes discuss issues facing patients and their caregivers in the home setting. Medication tables provide quick access to action, dosage, precautions, and nursing considerations for commonly used drugs. Get Ready for the NCLEX® Examination sections provide key points, review questions, and critical thinking activities to reinforce learning. NEW! Next Generation NCLEX® case studies and new format questions help you prepare for success on the NCLEX-PN® examination. NEW! Discussion of the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model helps you develop the skills needed to plan effective nursing interventions. NEW! Updated Immune Disorder and HIV/AIDS chapters highlight the newest medical and drug therapies. NEW! Updated photos and illustrations show nursing techniques, procedures, and patient care.

Download or read book Handbook for Registered Nurses Elsevier eBook on VitalSource Retail Access Card written by Major Chris Carter and published by . This book was released on 2023-08-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handy resource provides a concise overview of some of the key elements of nursing practice, and is designed to create the foundations on which to build clinical competence. The Handbook covers the rationales and knowledge that underpin activities performed by registered nurses in both the community and hospital. It includes clinical guidelines, an overview of the core components of care and the basics of key procedures. Written by nurse educators and clinicians to reflect current nursing standards and competence, this book is an ideal reference guide for student nurses, newly qualified nurses and those who teach staff in practice. Provides a firm basis for clinical competence Aligned to the Nursing and Midwifery Council Competencies for Nurses Designed to support continuing professional development and education Can be used both for clinical practice and teaching

Download or read book LPN to RN Transitions written by Lora Claywell and published by Mosby. This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With all of the essential information you need to pursue your RN degree and practice as an RN, LPN to RN Transitions, 2nd Edition makes it easy to take the next step in your nursing career. This edition includes practical information on classroom study habits, professional writing, knowledge and skills acquisition, and more to help you succeed in everything from the classroom to clinical practice. Plus, seven new chapters provide the latest information for one complete, indispensable resource! Past, Present and Future: Assessing Your Accomplishments chapter introduces topics covered throughout the book. FYI boxes ensure you get the most from each chapter by highlighting important information. Exercises test your knowledge of each chapter's content to help you learn and retain information. Critical Thinking Questions help you apply knowledge from the book to real-life situations and sharpen your critical thinking skills for clinical practice. UNIQUE! Seven new chapters including: Basic Math Review: Preparing for Medication Calculations; Understanding the Nursing Process; Evidence Based Practice; Writing Professionally; Educational Pathways and Expanded Roles; Nursing Theory: Guiding Professional Practice; and Ethical and Legal Considerations.

Download or read book Fundamentals of Nursing Elsevier eBook on VitalSource Retail Access Card written by Barbara L Yoost and published by . This book was released on 2022-03-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: UNIQUE! Building-block approach uses review questions and exam questions tied to learning objectives, starting at lower Bloom's taxonomy levels in the early chapters and building to more complex levels as you acquire more knowledge. UNIQUE! Warm, friendly writing style introduces concepts and terms more slowly, giving you time to practice, think critically, and gain mastery. Case studies open each chapter with real-world scenarios, helping you build analytical, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills. Coverage of complementary therapies is integrated throughout the text, reflecting changes to the NCLEX® exam. Emphasis on assignment and delegation describes the differences between the two skills, and how and when they are appropriate for an RN. UNIQUE! Objective-driven approach presents clearly defined, numbered learning objectives that coordinate with all content and then wrap up with Objective Summaries. UNIQUE! Active learning activities help you apply chapter content to broader nursing concepts and realistic patient scenarios. UNIQUE! Conceptual care mapping is used throughout the text in conjunction with the Conceptual Care Map creator to help you develop clinical judgment and plans of care. Boxed features cover the areas of interprofessional collaboration and delegation, ethical and legal practice, patient education and healthy literacy, health assessment questions, diversity considerations, evidence-based practice and informatics, home care considerations, QSEN, and safe practice alerts. NEW! Clinical Judgment in Nursing chapter introduces the concept of clinical judgment and the six NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Skills. NEW! Clinical judgment steps are integrated within the nursing process.

Download or read book Conceptual Foundations Elsevier EBook on VitalSource Retail Access Card written by Elizabeth E. Friberg and published by . This book was released on 2023-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Case studies throughout the text provide opportunities to develop your analytical skills. Critical Reflection Exercises help you apply what you've learned to everyday nursing practice. Learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter provide a framework for study. Introduction explains the approach of each chapter and a Summary at the end reviews key content. Key Points emphasize the top take-away concepts in each chapter. Key Terms are presented in italics, and included definitions. NEW! Two new chapters include Fostering a Spirit of Inquiry: The Role of Nurses in Evidence-Based Practice and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Impact on Health Care and Nursing Care Strategies. NEW! Expanded content on interprofessional collaboration is added to this edition. NEW! Trauma-Informed Care chapter covers the evolving science and role of nurses in addressing the care of individuals who have experienced trauma in multiple forms. NEW! Discussions of Healthy People 2030 and the Future of Nursing 2020-2030 are added to this edition.