Diseases( Series - Nurse's Quick Check )

Now updated, this volume presents vital information on more than 450 diseases in an easy-to-scan format using bulleted lists, charts, and illustrations. Each disease is covered on a two-page spread that includes causes, risk factors, complications, and more.

Nurse's Quick Check: Diseases, Second Edition covers more than 450 diseases and disorders, with each featured on a two-page spread. All vital information is clearly provided through bulleted lists, charts, and illustrations. Format for each disease/disorder entry: Overview with description, pathophysiology, causes, risk factors, incidence, common characteristics, and complications; Assessment section with history, physical findings, test results; Treatment section with general treatment options, medications, surgery, and other treatments; Nursing Considerations with key outcomes, nursing interventions, and monitoring; and Patient Teaching points. Life-Threatening Disorder banners indicate the most serious diseases, and Alert icons highlight important clinical facts, advice, and patient safety information.