With authoritative content from a team of highly experienced authors, this comprehensive text (formerly Tiiehin's Critical Cure Nursing) includes a thorough examination of every aspect ot critical care - from theory to special populations to specific body system information. The text's clear organization, in-depth explanations, and vivid illustrations make it the essential critical care nursing reference.

Critical Care Nursing: Diagnosis and Management's complete coverage of each alteration in critical care includes:
• NEW! Genetics chapter provides a solid introduction to this important topic in modern healthcare.
• NEW & UNIQUE! Concept maps created by mapping expert Elaine Kennedy help you understand common health conditions.
• NEW! Case Studies cover a wealth of topics and test your ability to apply theory to practice.
• Expert authors Linda D. Urden, Kathleen M. Stacy, and Mary E. Lough each bring more than 30 years of experience to the text for content you can count on.
• Pharmacologic Management tables include quick summaries of the drugs used most often in critical care for each body system.
• Patient Safety Alerts emphasize important safety issues identified by the Joint Commission.
• UNIQUE! Data Collection boxes list all of the information required for a complete patient assessment.
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