Includes bibliographical references and indexes

Supporting the Client Through the Health Care System

Admitting, Transfer, and Discharge

Communication

Recording and Reporting

Safety and Comfort

Safety

Comfort

Hygiene

Personal Hygiene and Bedmaking

Pressure Ulcer Care

Care of Eye and Ear Prostheses

Vital Signs and Physical Assessment

Vital Signs

Shift 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 and Gastric Intubation

Ostomy Care

Posture, Mobility, and Ambulation

Body 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

Wound Care and Irrigations

Dressings

Binders and Bandages

Hot and Cold Therapy

Home Care

Home Care Safety

Home Care Teaching

Special Procedures

Specimen Collection

Diagnostic Procedures

Care After Death

Glossary