AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing, Fifth Edition

AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing, Fifth Edition

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AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing, Fifth Edition

By Suzanne Burns, Sarah Delgado

By Suzanne Burns, Sarah Delgado

The standard-bearer of critical care nursing guides―this succinct, comprehensive resource delivers the most current concepts for treating adult, critically ill patients and their families

This engaging, evidence-based guide provides everything nurses and students need to know to provide safe, effective progressive care. Endorsed by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN), and written by top experts in the field, this peer-reviewed guide covers all the essential details on the care of adult progressive care patients and their families.

Supported by helpful tables and algorithms, the book’s practical, building-block organization starts with the basics before proceeding to more complex concepts. Whether you’re going through orientation on the hospital floor or you’re enrolled in critical care courses, AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing helps you care for every progressive care patient.

AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing, Fifth Edition is divided into four sections:

  • The Essentials presents information you need to provide safe, competent nursing care to the majority of progressive care patients, with a wide range of underlying diagnoses
  • Pathological Conditions covers pathologic conditions and management strategies commonly encountered among adult, progressive care patients
  • Advanced Concepts offers advanced progressive care concepts to support the delivery of specialized care
  • Key Reference Information features normal laboratory and diagnostic values; summary tables of cardiac rhythms, ECG characteristics, and treatment guides, and new crisis standards of care content

Progressive care nursing is a specialized field that requires a deep understanding of the intricacies of critical illness and the ability to provide comprehensive care to adult patients and their families. The AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing is a valuable resource that provides nurses and students with the most current concepts and practices in this field.

Written by Suzanne Burns and Sarah Delgado, two renowned experts in critical care nursing, this fifth edition of the AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing is the standard-bearer for critical care nursing guides. The book is endorsed by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) and is peer-reviewed, ensuring that the information it provides is evidence-based and up-to-date.

The AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing covers everything nurses and students need to know to provide safe and effective care to progressive care patients. The book’s practical and building-block organization starts with the basics, ensuring that readers have a solid foundation before progressing to more complex concepts. This makes it a valuable resource for nurses going through orientation on the hospital floor or those enrolled in critical care courses.

The book is divided into four sections. The first section, “The Essentials,” provides the fundamental information needed to care for the majority of progressive care patients with various underlying diagnoses. It covers topics such as patient assessment, critical thinking, communication, and ethical considerations. This section serves as a guide to providing safe and competent nursing care in progressive care settings.

The second section, “Pathological Conditions,” delves into specific pathologic conditions and management strategies commonly encountered among adult progressive care patients. It covers topics such as respiratory disorders, cardiovascular disorders, renal disorders, and neurological disorders. This section provides in-depth information on the various conditions and helps nurses understand the underlying pathophysiology and appropriate nursing interventions.

The third section, “Advanced Concepts,” explores more advanced progressive care concepts that support the delivery of specialized care. It covers topics such as hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical ventilation, end-of-life care, and pharmacology. This section is valuable for nurses who have a deeper understanding of progressive care and are looking to expand their knowledge and expertise.

The fourth and final section, “Key Reference Information,” is a valuable resource that provides essential reference material for progressive care nursing. It includes normal laboratory and diagnostic values, summary tables of cardiac rhythms and ECG characteristics, and treatment guides. This section also incorporates new content on crisis standards of care, ensuring that nurses are prepared to handle any emergency situation effectively.

One of the key strengths of the AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing is its practical approach. The book is supported by helpful tables and algorithms that break down complex information into easily understandable formats. This allows nurses to quickly access the information they need and apply it to their practice. The book also provides case studies and critical thinking exercises that encourage readers to apply their knowledge and develop their clinical reasoning skills.

In addition to its practicality, the AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing is also backed by the authority of the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN). The AACN is the largest specialty nursing organization in the world and is dedicated to the advancement of critical care nursing practice, education, and research. The endorsement of this organization ensures that the information in the book aligns with the highest standards of critical care nursing.

Whether you are a nurse working in a progressive care unit or a student aspiring to specialize in critical care, the AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing is a must-have resource. Its comprehensive and evidence-based approach, coupled with its practicality and endorsement by the AACN, make it an invaluable guide for providing safe and effective care to adult critically ill patients.

Order your copy of the AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing today and elevate your practice to the highest standard of care in progressive care nursing.

Product Details

  • Publisher: McGraw Hill / Medical; 5th edition (September 22, 2023)
  • Language: English
  • eBook Digital: 592 pages
  • ISBN-10: 1264269412
  • ISBN-13: 978-1264269419

Product Details

  • The Essentials presents information you need to provide safe, competent nursing care to the majority of progressive care patients, with a wide range of underlying diagnoses
  • Pathological Conditions covers pathologic conditions and management strategies commonly encountered among adult, progressive care patients
  • Advanced Concepts offers advanced progressive care concepts to support the delivery of specialized care
  • Key Reference Information features normal laboratory and diagnostic values; summary tables of cardiac rhythms, ECG characteristics, and treatment guides, and new crisis standards of care content
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ McGraw Hill / Medical; 5th edition (September 22, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • ‏ : ‎ 592 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1264269412
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1264269419

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