AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing"This will be of value for nurses working in progressive care settings. It is tailored to their practice needs and would be a good reference. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service Written by nationally known clinical experts in acute care nursing, this textbook provides foundational information, whether you're a nurse who is to progressive care, or are a student preparing for the certification exam in progressive care nursing. You'll find a concise presentation of essential information for the safe and competent care of adult progressive care patients and their families. |
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Contents
Planning Care for Progressive Care Patients and Families | 17 |
Interpretation and Management of Basic Cardiac Rhythms | 37 |
Hemodynamic Monitoring | 65 |
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AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing: Pocket Handbook Marianne Chulay,Suzanne Burns No preview available - 2006 |
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Bibliographic information
| Title | AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing AACN Series |
| Authors | Marianne Chulay, Suzanne M. Burns |
| Editors | Marianne Chulay, Suzanne M. Burns |
| Contributor | American Association of Critical-Care Nurses |
| Edition | illustrated |
| Publisher | McGraw-Hill, Medical Pub. Division, 2007 |
| Original from | the University of Michigan |
| Digitized | Aug 20, 2008 |
| ISBN | 0071480129, 9780071480123 |
| Length | 531 pages |
| Subjects | › › Medical / Drug Guides Medical / Nursing / Reference |
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