Clinical Decision Making: Case Studies in Medical-Surgical Nursing, Second Edition

Clinical Decision Making: Case Studies in Medical-Surgical Nursing, Second Edition. This comprehensive study guide features 43 detailed case studies designed to bridge the gap between content knowledge and clinical application in medical-surgical nursing. Authored by experienced nurse educator Gina M. Ankner, RN, MSN, ANP-BC, each case study is based on real-life clinical scenarios that demand critical thinking and active nursing judgment. The cases are organized by body system following a head-to-toe approach and progress by difficulty level from easy to moderate to difficult, offering opportunities for learning and practice for both students and professionals. What sets this guide apart is its comprehensive approach to clinical decision-making. Every case begins with a table of variables including gender, age, setting, ethnicity, cultural considerations, preexisting conditions, coexisting conditions, communication considerations, disability considerations, socioeconomic status, spiritual/religious considerations, pharmacologic considerations, legal considerations, ethical considerations, alternative therapy, prioritization considerations, and delegation considerations. This allows users an "at-a-glance" view of the issues that will need to be considered to provide holistic care to the client.