Swearingen's All-in-One Nursing Care Planning Resource: Medical-Surgical, Pediatric, Maternity, and Psychiatric-Mental Health

Swearingen's All-in-One Nursing Care Planning Resource is a comprehensive, evidence-based reference book that covers all four core clinical areas, including medical-surgical, pediatric, maternity, and psychiatric-mental health. It features care plans for each area, as well as an interprofessional patient problems focus that teaches communication using health professions terminology. The book also includes safety icons highlighting assessments and interventions that prioritize patient safety, and care plan components are labeled with the six cognitive skills identified in the National Council of State Boards of Nursing Clinical Judgment Measurement Model. Updated care plans on infection, breastfeeding, and delirium provide a clear, focused approach to care planning, and the easy-to-use format and straightforward rationales make it an invaluable resource for nursing students and clinical practitioners.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 840 pages
Publication date: 04 October 2023
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Swearingen's All-in-One Nursing Care Planning Resource: Medical-Surgical, Pediatric, Maternity, and Psychiatric-Mental Health is a comprehensive and user-friendly reference guide that empowers nurses to develop patient-centered care plans across various clinical areas. With over 100 evidence-based, customizable care plans, this book serves as a curriculum-wide resource for nurses of all levels.

Covering all four core clinical areas, including medical-surgical, maternity/obstetrics, pediatrics, and psychiatric-mental health, this reference book provides detailed care plans to assist nurses in providing optimal care to patients in any setting.

One of the unique features of this resource is its focus on interprofessional patient problems. It teaches nurses how to communicate patient problems using the standard terminology of the health professions, rather than in nursing-specific language. This approach enhances communication and collaboration among healthcare professionals, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

Safety icons are prominently displayed throughout the book, highlighting assessments and interventions that prioritize safety measures supported by national patient safety standards and goals. This ensures that nurses are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide safe and effective care to their patients.

Care plans have been extensively updated to reflect the latest evidence-based treatment guidelines and protocols. Each care plan includes appropriate components labeled with the six cognitive skills identified in the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (CJMM). These skills are crucial for developing and implementing clinical judgment, which is essential for success on the Next-Generation NCLEX® Exam (NGN) and in clinical practice.

In addition to the comprehensive care plans, the book offers new care plans on infection, breastfeeding, and delirium. These new care plans provide a clear and focused approach to addressing these common patient issues, making it an invaluable resource for nursing programs and clinical practice.

The book is designed with a user-friendly format, making it easy to navigate and reference. Clear headings, bullet points, and rationales accompany each care plan, providing a comprehensive understanding of the patient's condition, goals, and interventions.

Whether you are a nursing student or a seasoned nurse, Swearingen's All-in-One Nursing Care Planning Resource: Medical-Surgical, Pediatric, Maternity, and Psychiatric-Mental Health is an essential tool for developing effective and patient-centered care plans. Its comprehensive coverage of all four clinical areas, interprofessional approach, emphasis on safety, and updated care plans make it a valuable resource for nurses seeking to provide the highest quality care to their patients.

Weight: 1818g
Dimension: 219 x 282 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323825368
Edition number: 6 ed