Success in Practical/Vocational Nursing - E-Book
From Student to Leader
Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Nursing, LPN & LVN
| Author: | Signe S. Hill, RN, BSN, MA, Helen Stephens Howlett, RN, BSN, MS | ISBN: | 9780323293341 |
| Publisher: | Elsevier Health Sciences | Publication: | December 27, 2013 |
| Imprint: | Saunders | Language: | English |
| Author: | Signe S. Hill, RN, BSN, MA, Helen Stephens Howlett, RN, BSN, MS |
| ISBN: | 9780323293341 |
| Publisher: | Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Publication: | December 27, 2013 |
| Imprint: | Saunders |
| Language: | English |
Part of the LPN Threads series, Success in Practical/Vocational Nursing: From Student to Leader, 7th Edition helps you develop the practical knowledge and problem-solving skills you need for a successful career as an LPN/LVN. This edition features up-to-date content that is logically organized with concepts that build on each other as you progress through the material.
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1-2-3-approach walks you through the steps of what you need to do and how to do it.
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A separate chapter on critical thinking and plentiful critical thinking exercises encourage you to apply your knowledge to solve problems in both academic and personal situations.
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Coverage of Medicare helps you understand the costs of managed care, especially in long-term settings for older adults, and how it affects LPN/LVN practice and patients.
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Keep In Mind boxes prompt you to consider the underlying theme as you read the chapter.
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New Research and Evidence Based Practice chapter addresses topics commonly encountered in LPN/LVN practice.
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New technology content helps you understand the role of simulation in nursing education and the proper etiquette for using electronic devices.
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Content reflects the concepts contained in the most current NCLEX-PN test plan.
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Professional Pointers throughout the text offer valuable advice on expectations in the professional arena during and after nursing school.
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Revised chapter on Health Care Systems reflects the implementation of dramatic changes.
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Updated nutrition and dietary information includes new MyPlate information.
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The latest protocols from the NAPNES, including student confidentiality, keeps you updated on your national association's practice standards.
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Revised, updated, and expanded culture content allows you to provide culturally sensitive care.
Part of the LPN Threads series, Success in Practical/Vocational Nursing: From Student to Leader, 7th Edition helps you develop the practical knowledge and problem-solving skills you need for a successful career as an LPN/LVN. This edition features up-to-date content that is logically organized with concepts that build on each other as you progress through the material.
-
1-2-3-approach walks you through the steps of what you need to do and how to do it.
-
A separate chapter on critical thinking and plentiful critical thinking exercises encourage you to apply your knowledge to solve problems in both academic and personal situations.
-
Coverage of Medicare helps you understand the costs of managed care, especially in long-term settings for older adults, and how it affects LPN/LVN practice and patients.
-
Keep In Mind boxes prompt you to consider the underlying theme as you read the chapter.
-
New Research and Evidence Based Practice chapter addresses topics commonly encountered in LPN/LVN practice.
-
New technology content helps you understand the role of simulation in nursing education and the proper etiquette for using electronic devices.
-
Content reflects the concepts contained in the most current NCLEX-PN test plan.
-
Professional Pointers throughout the text offer valuable advice on expectations in the professional arena during and after nursing school.
-
Revised chapter on Health Care Systems reflects the implementation of dramatic changes.
-
Updated nutrition and dietary information includes new MyPlate information.
-
The latest protocols from the NAPNES, including student confidentiality, keeps you updated on your national association's practice standards.
-
Revised, updated, and expanded culture content allows you to provide culturally sensitive care.
