Fast Facts for the Critical Care Nurse: Critical Care Nursing in a Nutshell

Landrum, Michele Angell

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Book Information
Edition:	1st
Publisher:	Springer Publishing Company, Incorporated
ISBN:	0-8261-0728-1 (0826107281)
ISBN-13:	978-0-8261-0728-2 (9780826107282)
New Edition:	0-8261-7716-6
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2012
Publish Date:	07/11
Bookstore Series:	Fast Facts (Springer Publishing) (See all titles)
Weight:	0.60 Lbs.
Pages:	256
Carton Quantity:	44
Subject Class:	CCN (Critical Care Nursing)
Return Policy:	Non-Returnable.
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ProQuest Ebook Central:	Available in ProQuest Ebook Central™ View

Class Specifications
ISSN Series:	Fast Facts
Discipline:	Nursing
Subject Definition:	Critcal Illness-Nursing; Critical Care-Methods
NLM Class:	WY 154
LC Class:	RC86.7
Abstract:	"This is a 'must-have' pocket reference tool containing frequently utilized information that is presented in the clear, precise, and pertinent Fast Facts format. It is ideal for new nursing graduates and nurses considering the critical care area. This essential resource provides easy access to information and guidelines all critical care nurses need to know and use daily. Fast Facts for the Critical Care Nurse is organized into four sections covering the foundations of critical care nursing: critical care basics such as nutrition, medications and guidelines; patient preparation and field techniques; equipment, competencies, and procedures; and specialty care. An appendix includes common lab values with expected treatments, common medications, IV fluid compatibility chart, basic EKG rhythms, ACLS guidelines, and a 'Do Not Use' abbreviation list. "