<p>...more than 290 diseases and disorders are covered in this indispensable clinical reference that examines disorders across the life span, including pediatrics, medical, surgical, and women's health.</p>

Davis's Manual of Nursing Therapeutics for Diseases and Disorders

Medical Books

Marilyn Sawyer Sommers

Nursing

F.A. Davis Co.

<p>Everything your students need to know about caring for patients is in this one portable reference! Now in its third edition, Diseases and Disorders: A Nursing Therapeutics Manual, containing complete information on hundreds of disorders, is still a "must have" reference for every nurse. In a concise format, this handbook allows nurses and students to quickly find -- and understand -- information on disorders so they can effectively plan nursing care. Offering a clear but comprehensive discussion of pathophysiology, and providing rationales in the medications and laboratory sections, Diseases and Disorders will help students understand the scientific basis for the nursing care patients need. It is an excellent reference for students transitioning from classroom to clinical settings and nurses working in community and clinical settings. NEW! Expanded coverage of gender and life span considerationsNEW! Information on genetics and an explanation of differences in health and disease conditions based on racial and ethnic ancestryMore than 250 diseases and disorders encountered in nursing practiceEach disorder begins with the Diagnosis Related Groups (DRG) and covers causes, pertinent physical and psychosocial findings, life span considerations, primary nursing diagnoses, and collaborative and independent nursing interventions, plus documentation information on average length of stay and home healthcare guidelinesPrimary nursing diagnoses with outcomes and interventions are highlightedDiagnostic Highlights tables make locating pertinent test results quick and easy Pharmacologic Highlights tables outline drugs most commonly used for a disorder, including the dosage, mechanism of action, and rationales for use Emphasizes patient teaching and essentials of home carePatient teaching checklists ensure that the patient receives all essential information before discharge</p>

Diseases and Disorders: A Nursing Therapeutics Manual

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F.A. Davis Company

Everything you need to know about caring for patients-in one portable "must have" handbook!Often referred to as the "Merck Manual" for nurses by nurses, its quick access format makes it easy to find information on more than 250 diseases and disorders. Clear, but comprehensive discussions of pathophysiology, with rationales in the medications and laboratory sections, explain the scientific basis for nursing care.Thoroughly revised and updated throughout, the 4th Edition incorporates the latest scientific advances and the practice of nursing today.

Diseases and Disorders A Nursing Therapeutics Manual

Davis's Diseases & Disorders

Davis's Diseases & Disorders A Nursing Therapeutics Manual

F.A.Davis

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