Aann Core Curriculum For Neuroscience Nursing 7th Edition

The AANN Core Curriculum for Neuroscience Nursing, 7th edition, is the most comprehensive summary of neuroscience nursing evidence and is a great resource for nurses preparing for the Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse (CNRN) or Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN) exams.Updated content includes a synthesis of the latest research to guide all aspects of neuroscience nursing practice. This is the best and broadest reference for neuroscience nurses and is a vital tool for studying for the CNRN certification exam. The content in the 7th edition is organized in an easy-to-read format and includes new figures and images and a list of relevant tools and resources at the end of each chapter.

AANN Core Curriculum for Neuroscience Nursing, 4th Edition, is a comprehensive clinical resource for the practicing neuroscience nurse. It can also be used as a tool for success in achieving the designation of Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse (CNRN) or as a supplemental text for any undergraduate and graduate nursing student studying to care for patients suffering from neurologic disorders. The book is divided into three parts: foundations of neuroscience nursing, specific neuroscience topics, and neurologic issues across the continuum. An easy-to-use outline format comprehensively covers the entire scope of neuroscience nursing in all practice settings. Details the core knowledge base of neuroscience nursing with authorship and endorsement by the AANN, the specialty organization for neuroscience nurses. Follows the current blueprint for the AANN certification exam. Provides an effective guide for teaching and learning for in-service, continuing education, and academic programs. Uses tables, figures and graphs to help illustrate complex concepts. Part I: Foundations of Neuroscience Nursing covers the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, assessment, diagnostic tests, surgical considerations and technology significant to neuroscience disorders. Part II: Specific Neuroscience Topics covers craniocerebral trauma, spine disorders, nerve injuries, tumors, sleep disorders, and pain and headaches. Part III: Neurologic Issues Across the Continuum features pediatric and geriatric issues, rehabilitation, and ethical considerations. Useful resources such as common scales are included in the appendix. Includes revised, updated and expanded content to reflect the current state of neuroscience nursing.

Endorsed by the Australian College of Critical Care Nurses (ACCCN) ACCCN is the peak professional organisation representing critical care nurses in Australia Written by leading critical care nursing clinicians, Leanne Aitken, Andrea Marshall and Wendy Chaboyer, the 4th edition of Critical Care Nursing continues to encourage and challenge critical care nurses and students to develop world-class practice and ensure the delivery of the highest quality care. The text addresses all aspects of critical care nursing and is divided into three sections: scope of practice, core components and specialty practice, providing the most recent research, data, procedures and guidelines from expert local and international critical care nursing academics and clinicians. Alongside its strong focus on critical care nursing practice within Australia and New Zealand, the 4th edition brings a stronger emphasis on international practice and expertise to ensure students and clinicians have access to the most contemporary practice insights from around the world. Increased emphasis on practice tips to help nurses care for patients within critical care Updated case studies, research vignettes and learning activities to support further learning Highlights the role of the critical care nurse within a multidisciplinary environment and how they work together Additional resources on Evolve An eBook on VitalSource Instructor resources Case Study suggested responses Learning Activity suggested responses Additional Case Study answers Image collection, including tables Student resources Additional Case Studies Weblinks Increased global considerations relevant to international context of critical care nursing alongside its key focus within the ANZ context Aligned to update NMBA RN Standards for Practice and NSQHS Standards An eBook included in all print purchases

Provide quality nursing care for adults with medical-surgical and psychiatric disorders! Building upon the fundamentals of nursing, Medical-Surgical Nursing, 8th Edition helps you master the role and responsibilities of the LPN/LVN in medical-surgical care. The text addresses the special problems of older adult patients, then covers each major disorder by body system, presenting patient problems, goals, outcome criteria, and nursing interventions. As LPN/LVNs do not formulate NANDA diagnoses, the book is organized by patient problems rather than NANDA nursing diagnoses. Written by noted educators Adrianne Dill Linton and Mary Ann Matteson, this text helps you build the clinical judgment skills you need to succeed on the Next-Generation NCLEX-PN® examination and in nursing practice.