Includes bibliographical references and index.

CONTENTS



Supporting the client through the health care system
Admitting, transfer, and discharge
Communication
Recording and reporting
Safety and comfort
Safety
Comfort
Hygiene
Bathing and skin care
Care of the client's environment
Pressure ulcer care
Care of eye and ear prostheses
Vital signs and physical assessment
Vital signs
Physical examination and health assessment
Oxygenation
Oxygen therapy
Performing chest physiotherapy
Airway maintenance
Closed chest drainage systems
Emergency measures for life support
Medications
Preparing for medication administration
Oral and topical medications
Parenteral medications
Fluid balance
Intravenous and vascular access therapy
Blood therapy
Nutrition
Oral nutrition
Enteral nutrition
Parenteral nutrition
Elimination
Urinary elimination
Bowel elimination
Ostomy care
Posture, mobility, and ambulation
Body alignment and mechanics
Transfer and positioning
Exercise and ambulation
Orthopedic measures
Support surfaces and special beds
Infection control
Medical asepsis
Sterile technique
Care of the surgical client
Preoperative and postoperative care
Intraoperative care
Dressings and wound care
Dressings
Binders and bandages
Hot and cold therapy
Wound care and irrigations
Home care
Home care safety
Home care teaching
Special procedures
Specimen collection
Diagnostic procedures
Care after death.

This book includes over 220 procedures that cover basic, intermediate, and advanced skills. It has been designed to be used throughout the nursing program, including the medical-surgical courses and clinicals. It is also a valuable resource for today's nurses working in acute, community-based settings, and home care agencies who may encounter clients with needs that encompass many of these procedures.