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For an image-rich guide to the clinical concepts and on-the-unit skills needed to treat the major common diseases, look no further than the fully updated Lippincott Visual Nursing, 4th Edition! Using clear, concise definitions backed by abundant images, this vital text explains disease pathophysiology, with expert guidance on anatomy, symptoms, assessment skills, and hands-on patient care. Ideal for students, new nurses, and experienced nurses needing a review, this is a must-have guide to providing appropriate, effective patient care.

The updated 4th edition includes:New chapter on eye and ear (retinal detachment, glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration and ear (Meniere's Disease and other vestibular diseases, hearing loss, otitis media) with related anatomy and physiology, diagnostic studies, nursing care, and patient teaching.Dozens of colorful illustrations, photos, waveforms, and diagrams that clearly demonstrate concepts and descriptionsStep-by-step guidance on basic assessment skills: gathering subjective and objective data, questions to ask, documentation, and moreStep-by-step assessment and treatment instructions that enhance your nursing skills and confidenceChapters addressing individual body systems: respiratory, cardiovascular, neurologic, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, renal and urologic, hematologic and immunologic, endocrine, integumentary, and male and female reproductive care
Each body system chapter addresses:Major diseases affecting that systemNormal anatomy—descriptions and imagesPathophysiology of common health problemsLab tests and imaging studiesDisease developmentSigns, symptoms, stages, and preventionTreatments—drug therapies, procedures, and surgeryNursing considerations—assessing patient decision-making ability, monitoring for complications, checking vital signs, post-operative care, and moreComparative charts that list diseases, their causes, persons at risk, symptoms, assessment findings, diagnoses, treatments, interventions
Lippincott Visual Nursing, 4th Edition is THE ideal study and review text for visual learners with colorful images that support other nursing texts, making it easy to learn and retain information!

For an image-rich guide to the clinical concepts and on-the-unit skills needed to treat the major common diseases, look no further than the fully updated Lippincott Visual Nursing, 4th Edition! Using clear, concise definitions backed by abundant images, this vital text explains disease pathophysiology, with expert guidance on anatomy, symptoms, assessment skills, and hands-on patient care. Ideal for students, new nurses, and experienced nurses needing a review, this is a must-have guide to providing appropriate, effective patient care.

The updated 4th edition includes:New chapter on eye and ear (retinal detachment, glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration and ear (Meniere's Disease and other vestibular diseases, hearing loss, otitis media) with related anatomy and physiology, diagnostic studies, nursing care, and patient teaching.Dozens of colorful illustrations, photos, waveforms, and diagrams that clearly demonstrate concepts and descriptionsStep-by-step guidance on basic assessment skills: gathering subjective and objective data, questions to ask, documentation, and moreStep-by-step assessment and treatment instructions that enhance your nursing skills and confidenceChapters addressing individual body systems: respiratory, cardiovascular, neurologic, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, renal and urologic, hematologic and immunologic, endocrine, integumentary, and male and female reproductive careLippincott Visual Nursing, 4th Edition is THE ideal study and review text for visual learners with colorful images that support other nursing texts, making it easy to learn and retain information!

Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Basic Assessment Skills
Chapter 2: Cardiovascular Care
Chapter 3: Respiratory Care
Chapter 4: Neurologic Care
Chapter 5: Gastrointestinal Care
Chapter 6: Musculoskeletal Care
Chapter 7: Renal and Urologic Care
Chapter 8: Hematologic, Immunologic, and Oncologic Care
Chapter 9: Endocrine Care
Chapter 10: Integumentary Care
Chapter 11: Biologic Female Reproductive Care
Chapter 12: Male Reproductive Care
Chapter 13: Eye and Ear Care