Applying Nursing Process: A Step-by-step Guide Book

This essential reference presents a step-by-step approach to understanding the nursing process. Completely updated in its Fourth Edition, this concise text maintains its simple approach to understanding the theory of the nursing process and how it applies to clinical practice. The new edition features expanded coverage of collaborative practice, critical paths, case management and leadership and delegation skills, presented in an interactive and engaging style. Emphasis is placed on the importance of standard-based, research-based practice according to the American Nurse's Association Standards of Nursing Practice; and critical thinking is presented as an important part of the nursing process. A Nursing Diagnosis Guide--updated per the most recent NANDA meeting--covers actual, high-risk, possible, wellness, syndrome and collaborative diagnoses. Numerous examples, opportunities for practice, and increased critical thinking exercises help students to maximize learning and apply their knowledge.Read More