TEXTBOOK FOR MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING {CLINICAL HADBOOK FOR BRUNNER AND SUDDARTH]

TEXTBOOK FOR MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING {CLINICAL HADBOOK FOR BRUNNER AND SUDDARTH] Publisher: Julie Stegman Executive Editor: Kelley Squazzo Director of Product Development: Jennifer K. Forestieri Senior Development Editor: Meredith L. Brittain Editorial Coordinator: Emily Buccieri Design Coordinator: Joan Wendt Production Project Manager: Linda Van Pelt Manufacturing Coordinator: Karin Duffield Prepress Vendor: Aptara, Inc. 14th Edition Copyright © 2018 Wolters Kluwer. Copyright © 2014, 2010, 2008 by Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. Copyright © 2004, 2008 by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. Copyright © 2008, 2004, 2000 by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. All rights reserved. This book is protected by copyright. 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Title: Clinical handbook for Brunner & Suddarth’s textbook of medical-surgical nursing. Description: 14th edition. | Philadelphia : Wolters Kluwer, [2018] | Includes bibliographical references and index. Identifiers: LCCN 1 | ISBN 2500 Subjects: | MESH: Nursing Care | Perioperative Nursing | Handbooks Classification: LCC RT41 | NLM WY 49 | DDC 617/.0231–dc23 LC record available at Care has been taken to confirm the accuracy of the information presented and to describe generally accepted practices. However, the authors, editors, and publisher are not responsible for errors or omissions or for any consequences from application of the information in this book and make no warranty, express or implied, with respect to the content of the publication. The authors, editors, and publisher have exerted every effort to ensure that drug selection and dosage set forth in this text are in accordance with the current recommendations and practice at the time of publication. However, in view of ongoing research, changes in government regulations, and the constant flow of information relating to drug therapy and drug reactions, the reader is urged to check the package insert for each drug for any change in indications and dosage and for added warnings and precautions. This is particularly important when the recommended agent is a new or infrequently employed drug. Some drugs and medical devices presented in this publication have Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for limited use in restricted research settings. It is the responsibility of the health care provider to ascertain the FDA status of each drug or device planned for use in his or her clinical practice. LWW.com Clinical Consultant Tamara Kear, PhD, RN, CNS, CNN Assistant Professor of Nursing Villanova University College of Nursing Villanova, Pennsylvania Preface This Clinical Handbook for Brunner & Suddarth’s Textbook of Medical- Surgical Nursing, 14th Edition, is a concise clinical reference designed for use by nursing students and professionals. Perfect for use across multiple health care settings, the Clinical Handbook presents need-to-know information on nearly 200 commonly encountered diseases and disorders, organized alphabetically with tabbed pages for speedy reference. Organization The consistent and easy-to-use outline format enables readers to gain quick access to vital information on: Pathophysiology Clinical Manifestations Assessment and Diagnostic Findings Medical, Surgical, and Pharmacologic Management Nursing Management according to the Nursing Process For readers requiring more in-depth information, the Clinical Handbook is completely cross-referenced to chapters in Brunner & Suddarth’s Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing, 14th Edition. Special Features The Clinical Handbook places special emphasis on home- and community- based nursing practice, patient education, and expected outcomes of care. Additional features include the following: Gerontologic Considerations—Thumbnail descriptions and interventions related to the care of the older adult population, whose health care needs continue to expand at a rapid rate. Quality and Safety Nursing Alerts—Tips for best clinical practice and red-flag safety warnings about priority care issues and hazardous or potentially life-threatening situations. Appendix—Review important lab values at a glance in the appendix. We hope you will find this Clinical Handbook to be helpful, and we wish you every success in your studies and future profession. The Publisher Contents A Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (HIV Infection) Acute Coronary Syndrome and Myocardial Infarction Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Addison Disease (Adrenocortical Insufficiency) Alzheimer Disease Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Anaphylaxis Anemia Anemia, Aplastic Anemia, Iron-Deficiency Anemia, Megaloblastic Anemia, Sickle Cell (Sickle Cell Disease) Aneurysm, Aortic Aneurysm, Intracranial Angina Pectoris Aortic Insufficiency (Regurgitation) Aortic Stenosis Appendicitis Arterial Embolism and Arterial Thrombosis Arteriosclerosis and Atherosclerosis Arthritis, Rheumatoid Asthma Asthma: Status Asthmaticus B Back Pain, Low Bell Palsy Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Prostatectomy Bone Tumors Bowel Obstruction, Large Bowel Obstruction, Small Brain Abscess Brain Tumors Bronchiectasis Burn Injury C Cancer Cancer of the Bladder Cancer of the Breast Cancer of the Cervix Cancer of the Colon and Rectum (Colorectal Cancer) Cancer of the Endometrium Cancer of the Esophagus Cancer of the Kidneys (Renal Tumors) Cancer of the Larynx Cancer of the Liver Cancer of the Lung (Bronchogenic Carcinoma) Cancer of the Oral Cavity and Pharynx Cancer of the Ovary Cancer of the Pancreas Cancer of the Prostate Cancer of the Skin (Malignant Melanoma) Cancer of the Stomach (Gastric Cancer) Cancer of the Testis Cancer of the Thyroid Cancer of the Vagina Cancer of the Vulva Cardiac Arrest Cardiomyopathies Cataract Cholelithiasis (and Cholecystitis)