Introductory Medical-Surgical Nursing

This highly acclaimed textbook presents the assessment and management of clients with medical-surgical problems clearly and logically. Chapter outlines, key terms and an introductory paragraph begin each chapter to help students identify pertinent information easily and quickly. General Nutritional Considerations, General Pharmacologic Considerations and General Gerontologic Considerations are contained in each chapter along with chapter summaries and critical thinking exercises to reinforce the material covered. New topics examine Caring for Clients with Immune Problems, Caring for Older Adults, Legal and Ethical Issues, Caring for Clients with Stress Related Disorders, and Caring for Clients with Psychosomatic Disorders. This comprehensive text has also been enhanced by color text, illustrations and a four-color insert.