Concept-Based Clinical Nursing Skills

<p>Concept-Based Clinical Nursing Skills: Fundamental to Advanced Competencies, 2<SUP>nd </SUP>Edition covers more than 250 nursing skills in an innovative concept-based format. Unlike any other text, Stein and Hollen incorporate an overarching framework of seven critical concepts — accuracy, person-centered care, infection control, safety, communication, evaluation, and health maintenance — to drive home the importance of these key themes in performing nursing skills and developing nursing competencies. Every chapter includes a detailed case study with a concept map to help you apply your knowledge to clinical situations involving nursing skills. The nursing process is seamlessly integrated within the skills, and Next-Generation NCLEX<SUP>® </SUP>question types strengthen your critical thinking and clinical judgment skills. This fully referenced text identifies and applies credible researched-based knowledge that comprises the knowledge for nursing practice.</p><ul><b> <li>NEW! 12 <i>Faculty Simulation Guides</i> </b>(for use by instructors) employ the NCSBN<SUP>®</SUP> Clinical Judgment Measurement Model and AACN Essentials competencies to help students identify, anticipate, and apply the steps of the Clinical Judgement Measurement Model and focus on key competencies.</li> <li><b>More than</b> <b>250 nursing skills </b>are presented in a step-by-step format with concise rationales, current evidence, and <b>over 900 outstanding photos and illustrations.</b></li> <li><b>Emphasis on NCLEX<SUP>®</SUP> preparation </b>is incorporated throughout with language and concepts that reflect those used on the exam.</li> <li><b>Concept-based approach</b> to skills education pairs well with the Giddens framework.</li> <li><b>Critical concepts to skills performance</b> — accuracy, person-centered care, infection control, safety, communication, evaluation, and health maintenance — are reinforced throughout the text with a strong emphasis on safety.</li> <li><b>Detailed case studies with concept maps</b> in each skill chapter depict patients with problems that might be experienced in the clinical setting and are followed by a series of <b>critical thinking questions. </b>Questions are designed<b> </b>to help you learn how to apply knowledge, synthesize nursing competencies, and use clinical judgment in nursing practice.</li> <li><b>Easy-to-understand, conversational writing style with a logical organization</b> presents fundamental skills first, then intermediate acute care skills, and finally advanced skills often performed in critical care, with an emphasis on safety and person-centered care.</li> <li><b>Application of the</b> <b>QSEN competencies </b>includes critical thinking questions that challenge you to apply a competency from the QSEN quality and safety framework.</li> <li><b>Application of the AACN Essentials competencies </b>includes objectives and critical thinking questions that allow you to integrate nursing clinical skills into the broader role of the nurse.</li> <li><b>Application of the nursing </b><b>process sections </b>in each chapter present nursing diagnoses that include specific examples of client outcomes and nursing interventions.</li> <li><b>Lifespan, cultural, and home care considerations </b>assist you in understanding the diverse needs of your patients.</li> <li><b><i>Lessons from the Evidence </b></i><b>boxes</b> highlight current research that can contribute to evidence-based clinical practice and identify gaps in knowledge.</li> <li><b><i>Lessons from the Courtroom</b> </i><b>boxes </b>summarize actual court cases related to the skills in the chapter to help you understand legal implications.</li> <li><b>Storytelling-style "Lessons From" </b>boxes include <b><i>Lessons from Experience </i></b>sharing practical insights from more experienced nurses and <b><i>Expect the Unexpected </i>boxes </b>preparing you to anticipate unexpected situations that could occur and explore appropriate responses.</li> <li><b><i>Performing an Assessment </i>chapter </b>details essential physical assessment skills. </li></ul><ul><b> <li>NEW!</b> <b>End-of-chapter Next Generation NCLEX<SUP>®</SUP> types of questions</b> challenge you to apply critical thinking and clinical judgment.</li> <li><b>NEW!</b> <b>AACN Essentials</b> language and competencies are incorporated into every chapter and included in case study questions.</li></ul>