Lippincott Visual Nursing: Clinical Diseases Guide

The fully updated Lippincott Visual Nursing, 3rd Edition is a comprehensive guide to clinical concepts and skills necessary for the treatment of common diseases. This vital text is perfect for students, new nurses, and experienced nurses in need of a refresher. With clear definitions, abundant images, and expert guidance on disease pathophysiology, anatomy, symptoms, assessment skills, and patient care, this book is a must-have for anyone in the nursing field.

Included in this new edition are enhanced features such as flow charts showing clinical manifestations, improved format with tests and treatments listed before disease discussions, and added diagnoses for various diseases. Dozens of colorful illustrations, photos, waveforms, and diagrams help to clarify concepts and descriptions, while step-by-step guidance on assessment skills and treatment instructions enhance nursing proficiency.

Individual body system chapters address major diseases, normal anatomy, pathophysiology, lab tests, imaging studies, disease development, signs and symptoms, stages, prevention, treatments, and nursing considerations. Comparative charts are included to help identify causes, symptoms, assessments, diagnoses, and interventions for various diseases.

Ideal for visual learners, this book supports other nursing texts with colorful images that aid in learning and retention of information. Chapter features include flowcharts illustrating disease effects, photographs of nursing procedures, and summaries for patient and family education. A complimentary download of the enhanced eBook is included with purchase, allowing for easy access on multiple devices with powerful search tools, smart navigation, and customizable viewing options.

Clinical Editor Debra P. Kantor, PhD, RN, provides expert insight as an Associate Professor of Nursing at Molloy College in New York. The Lippincott Visual Nursing, 3rd Edition is a valuable resource for all nurses seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in providing appropriate and effective patient care.

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