Diseases & Disorders 1.6

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Overview of 'Diseases & Disorders'

'Diseases & Disorders' serves as an essential resource for nurses and nursing students alike. Covering a wide array of over 240 medical conditions commonly encountered in nursing practice, this reference allows for swift access to vital information necessary for effective patient care planning and delivery. Concise descriptions of the physiological impacts of diseases, alongside clear rationales for medical treatments and testing, are provided to aid in enhancing care quality. Additionally, this comprehensive resource spans from evaluation to treatment delivery and discharge planning, making it an invaluable tool for nurses in various settings, including clinical and community environments, as well as students transitioning into hands-on patient care.

Key Features:

• Details on more than 240 diseases and disorders
• Comprehensive entries covering causes, genetic considerations, assessment, diagnosis, planning, documentation, discharge guidelines, and more
• Pharmacologic Highlights tables detailing commonly used drugs
• In-depth coverage of Global Health Considerations
• Evidence-Based Practice sections highlighting relevant research studies
• New sections on handling COVID/infectious diseases and pandemics under 'Global Health Considerations' and 'Evidence-Based Practice and Health Policy'
• A dedicated section on 'Health Disparities and Sexual and Gender Minority Health' featuring considerations for the LGBTQ+ community
• Advanced Search functionality for efficient topic retrieval
• 'Favorites' tool for bookmarking crucial entries
• Personalization features such as Highlighting and Notes

Author: Marilyn S. Sommers, PhD, RN, FAAN

Publisher: F.A. Davis

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