Author: Lisa A Gorski Publisher: F.A. Davis ISBN: 0803689489 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 707
Book Description
The perfect resource for any setting where infusion therapy skills are required! Its popular, self-paced approach makes it ideal for classroom and clinical settings as it progresses from the basics to advanced techniques while incorporating theory into clinical application.
Author: Lynn Dianne Phillips Publisher: F A Davis Company ISBN: 9780803611870 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 812
Book Description
Designed as a self-paced textbook, this guide for nurses covers the principles of I.V. therapeutics in a variety of settings, including acute, home care, clinic, and extended care units. Topics include, for example, infection control practices, techniques for peripheral infusion therapy, the special needs of geriatric patients, and nutritional support.
Author: Lisa Gorski Publisher: F.A. Davis ISBN: 1719648344 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 707
Book Description
The manual of choice…perfect for class, clinical, and practice! The perfect resource for any setting where infusion therapy skills are required! Its popular, self-paced approach makes it ideal for classroom and clinical settings as it progresses from the basics to advanced techniques while incorporating theory into clinical application. A focus on evidence-based practice in a streamlined format continues to make this the manual of choice in a rapidly advancing field. “Thorough, comprehensive manual on IV therapeutics. Gorski, the author, is considered the final word in all matters of IV therapeutics. A great go-to guide for any nurse involved with infusions.”—Andrea, Online Reviewer New & Updated Incorporates the 2021 Infusion Therapy Standards of Practice published by the Infusion Nurses Society (INS), new and revised guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) as well as the latest guidelines from the Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies (AABB) and the American Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN) New Chapter! An Introduction to Biologic Infusion Therapies Updated! Follows the INS Core Curriculum for certification. Updated! Uses current literature to support evidence-based practice. Updated! Presents procedures and rationales as well as technology that reflect practice today. Presents “Thinking Critically” boxes, a case study feature. Integrates pediatric and geriatric content throughout. Offers a wealth of additional resources for students online at FADavis.com Features well organized pedagogical tools, including…Learning Objectives, Nursing Fast Facts, Age-related and Cultural Considerations, Nursing Plans of Care, Home Care Issues, Patient Education, Key Points, and Review Questions. Makes must-know information easy to find with icons for key points of theory, nursing fast facts, INS standards of practice, relevant studies in evidence-based practice, nursing points of care, home care issues, patient education, and a media link to the online tools and resources. Presents detailed step-by-step procedures for subcutaneous infusion of pain medication Ÿ peripherally inserted catheters (PICCs) Ÿ epidural pain medication administration Ÿ and patient controlled analgesic therapy. Includes competency skill checklists for evaluating procedures. Examines delivery of IV therapy in the home setting. Highlights critical content in "Nursing Fast Fact" boxes, Spotlights assessment and intervention guidelines in "Nursing Points-of-Care" boxes. Provides competency criteria for hospital policy and procedure development required by The Joint Commission.
Author: Lisa Gorski Publisher: ISBN: 9780803667044 Category : Evidence-based medicine Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents "Thinking Critically" boxes, a case study feature. Integrates pediatric and geriatric content throughout. Offers a wealth of additional resources online at DavisPlus, including a 300-question test bank with rationales, Case Studies from the book with critical-thinking questions and answers, full-color video clips and interactive flash cards. Emphasizes standards of practice through its use of guidelines from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Infusion Nursing Society (INS) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Features well organized pedagogical tools, including...Learning Objectives - Nursing Fast Facts - Age-related and Cultural Considerations - Nursing Plans of Care - Home Care Issues - Patient Education - Key Points - and Review Questions. Provides competency criteria for hospital policy and procedure development required by The Joint Commission. Includes competency skill checklists for evaluating procedures. Presents detailed step-by-step procedures for subcutaneous infusion of pain medication - peripherally inserted catheters (PICCs) - epidural pain medication administration - and patient controlled analgesic therapy. Examines delivery of IV therapy in the home setting. Highlights critical content in "Nursing Fast Fact" boxes, Spotlights assessment and intervention guidelines in "Nursing Points-of-Care" boxes.
Author: Lisa Dougherty Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 1444309617 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 528
Book Description
Intravenous Therapy in Nursing Practice provides a comprehensive guide to the management of intravenous therapy in nursing, and explores all aspects of intravenous therapy in both hospital and community settings. It addresses core clinical skills, including the preparation and administration of intravenous drugs, peripheral venous access, acute and long term central venous access, and paediatric intravenous therapy. The book also explores relevant anatomy and physiology, fluid and electrolyte balance, pharmacological aspects and legal and ethical issues, in order to equip nurses with the skills and knowledge needed in order to provide safe and effective care. • Addresses key specialist skills, including blood transfusion, parenteral nutrition and safe administration of cytotoxic drugs • A definitive text for nurses working in the hospital and the community • Contains contributions from leading nurse practitioners Intravenous Therapy in Nursing Practice is an essential resource for nurses and health professionals working in intravenous therapy.
Author: Lisa Gorski Publisher: ISBN: 9781719646093 Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
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"This book provides the nurse with essential knowledge about the rationale supporting infusion-related interventions and anatomy and physiology relative to the vascular system. Understanding the "why" behind practice recommendations is equally important to the nurse's skill in inserting vascular access devices and administering infusions. The dimensions of the nurse's role continue to expand with an ever-growing number of new infusion drugs, new infusion devices, insertion techniques, and other strategies to reduce the risk for complications are introduced. The role of the nurse is collaborative with the health care team including nurse colleagues, infusion/vascular access teams, providers, and pharmacists to ensure patient safety and implementation of best practices"--
Author: Lynn Dianne Phillips Publisher: F A Davis Company ISBN: 9780803612884 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 184
Book Description
"'IV Therapy Notes' provides essential facts and on-the-spot guidance for nurses delivering and maintaining intravenous fluids with different access devices. With a focus on safe administration of IV therapy, [this book] references all types of intravenous fluids and their contents - and the essential rules for calculating infusion rates." -- BOOK JACKET.
Author: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins ISBN: 9781582558950 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 452
Book Description
This quick-reference pocket guide succinctly explains the pathophysiology of hundreds of diseases and disorders. Richly illustrated with color art showing disease development and progression, the book gives LPNs/LVNs a clear understanding of the why behind each disease and treatment and the most appropriate nursing care. Disorders are covered in a consistent format—pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, complications, and treatments. Recurring icons include Red Flag (dangers and complications), Life Stages (age-related variations), Genetic Connection (areas where genes play a major role in disease development), and Teaching Focus (key patient teaching topics).
Author: Sabine Wilhelm Publisher: Guilford Press ISBN: 1462507905 Category : Psychology Languages : en Pages : 338
Book Description
"Presenting an effective treatment approach specifically tailored to the unique challenges of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), this book is grounded in state-of-the-art research. The authors are experts on BDD and related conditions. They describe ways to engage patients who believe they have defects or flaws in their appearance, not a psychological problem. Provided are clear-cut strategies for helping patients overcome the self-defeating thoughts, impairments in functioning, and sometimes dangerous ritualistic behaviors that are core features of BDD. Clinician-friendly features include step-by-step instructions for conducting each session and more than 50 reproducible handouts and forms; the large-size format facilitates photocopying. See also the related self-help guide by Dr. Wilhelm, Feeling Good about the Way You Look, an ideal recommendation for clients with BDD or less severe body image problems."--
Author: Lisa A Gorski
Author: Lisa A. Gorski
Author: Lynn Dianne Phillips
Author: Lisa Gorski
Author: Lisa Gorski
Author: Lisa Dougherty
Author: Lisa Gorski
Author: Lynn Dianne Phillips
Author: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Author: Sabine Wilhelm