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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 11
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960L
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In a book as eye-opening as it is riveting, practicing nurse and New York Times columnist Theresa Brown invites us to experience not just a day in the life of a nurse but all the life that happens in just one day on a hospital's cancer ward. In the span of twelve hours, lives can be lost, life-altering medical treatment decisions made, and dreams fulfilled or irrevocably stolen. In Brown's skilled hands--as both a dedicated nurse and an insightful...
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2014
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REA's TEAS Crash Course Book + Online Practice Test
Fully Revised Second Edition
Everything you need for the exam - in a fast review format!
REA's TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) Crash Course is the first book of its kind for the last-minute studier or anyone who wants to get a high score on this nursing school entry exam.
Targeted, Focused Review - Study Only What You Need to
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First published in 1859, "Notes on Nursing" was written by nursing innovator Florence Nightingale, who served in war-torn Crimea and worked to greatly improve hospital conditions there. Though relatively short, this work is entirely comprised of nursing hints designed to aid individuals entrusted with the health care of others. The advice Nightingale wrote of included such practicalities as improving the conditions of ventilation, heating, noise,...
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This newly expanded and completely revised guide provides all the comprehensive information needed to master the official certification exams. Inside are: Five complete practice exams based on the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) standards; A complete breakdown of the exam and practical information on state requirements and how to become a CNA; A sample practical skills assessment to master the tasks and prepare candidates for the clinical...
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Every year over 50,000 people will die from brain injury. Annually, one million more brain injury survivors will suffer long-term disability. Yet, those closest to neurological research aimed at "understanding the brain" say that to date researchers have only scratched the surface. There is an urgent need for rehabilitation professionals, to be much better informed about the personal consequences of brain injury. The dysfunctions associated with brain...
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Venous access devices are necessary for any patient requiring repeated blood sampling, parenteral nutrition, chemotherapy, antibiotic therapy or other IV treatments to be delivered in the hospital setting or at home. In the last decade, ultrasound-guided PICCs and Midline catheters — inserted by adequately trained physicians or nurses - have suddenly and widely spread in the field of venous access devices all over the world.
The introduction and...
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My name is Valencia Annik Payne, BSN, RN, BS, Biology. I received my BS in Nursing from Delta State University and my BS in Biology from Jackson State University. I am a former Navy PACU RN that has instructed and tutored many nursing students, as well as, many Registered Nurses. As the Author of Fluid and Electrolytes for Nursing Students, I feel that nursing students should have the condensed "what you need to know" nursing content. This book is...
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"The Practitioners Handbook To Patient Communication From Theory To Practice" is a comprehensive guide that bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in the realm of healthcare communication. Drawing from real-world scenarios and continuous development principles, the book offers insights into communication techniques crucial for clinical practice. The importance of incorporating patient perspectives, mastering the art...
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"Are you a student dreaming of donning the white coat and making a difference in the world? Or perhaps you're a seasoned professional seeking to reignite your passion for medicine? In either case, have you found yourself wondering: How do I navigate the labyrinthine journey to becoming a professional doctor? Embark on a captivating exploration with 'How to Become a Professional Doctor.' This comprehensive guide is more than just a roadmap; it's a...
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Three Years in Field Hospitals of the Army of the Potomac is a memoir written by American nurse and reformer, Mary Phinney von Olnhausen (1828-1902). The book was published in 1867 and chronicles Mary's experiences as a nurse during the American Civil War. Mary Phinney von Olnhausen was born in Massachusetts and was from a wealthy family. During the war, she volunteered as a nurse for the Union Army, working in field hospitals throughout the Eastern...
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B is for Balance is about the individual nurse – the professional, the multi-tasker, the 'be all things to all people' leader. While the first edition of B is for Balance was well-received and has been a great resource to nurses and other professionals, the second edition has been updated to focus on 12 steps to balance, including engagement, focus, sleep deficits, fatigue, diet, re-inventing one's career, and the need for each of us to live longer...
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Nursing Beyond the Bedside: 60 Non-Hospital Careers in Nursing introduces nurses and nursing students to career opportunities outside of the hospital setting-in areas where RN job growth is projected to remain strong as patients live longer but with more chronic illnesses. The goal of this book is to provide practicing nurses and those pursuing a career in nursing a thorough understanding of the many career options available outside the hospital....
16) Cuidado de enfermería a la persona con cáncer: abordaje de los síntomas: Abordaje de los síntomas
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Este libro fue elaborado a partir de una revisión exhaustiva de literatura y del análisis de las experiencias en oncología realizadas en el marco del proyecto de investigación "Automanejo, carga del síntoma y competencia para el cuidado de personas con cáncer en tratamiento". Proporciona la fundamentación básica y los aspectos generales que se deben tener en cuenta en el abordaje de personas con cáncer que experimentan síntomas. Consta de...
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Nursing has been consistently lauded as the most trusted profession, but it has a dirty secret: As colleagues and employees, nurses often do not receive the same care and kindness they give to patients. In fact, many nursing cultures are at best unsupportive and at worst toxic. How do we change that?
Positive work cultures don't happen by accident: Leaders must actively create and sustain them. In The Road to Positive Work Cultures, award-winning...
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Contribuir en el progreso de las nuevas generaciones de jóvenes estudiantes, de las carreras de medicina y enfermería, ofreciendo un texto que agrupa tres dimensiones: explícito, sencillo y practico, con la finalidad de facilitar el desempeño adecuado y oportuno, en la realización de tareas, descubriendo la factibilidad de los contenidos teóricos, que incentivan a la responsabilidad académica. Todas las inquietudes académicas, no se satisfacen...
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Dimensional Analysis for Nursing Students will help you understand why and how dimensional analysis is applied to medication calculations. This book has the "What You Need To Know" and more. There are explanations, examples, and practice problems for PO(By Mouth), Injections, and Flow Rates. It's colorful, informative, and fun!
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Nurse staffing is the foundation for excellent patient care and outcomes. Decades of research on hospital staffing and patient outcomes has given a clear message: Safe Staffing Saves Lives. However, there is no magic bullet for solving staffing issues. Nurse managers and leaders have struggled to find a method to staffing over the years, causing turnover and a lack in patient and staff satisfaction. The Nurse Manager's Guide to Innovative Staffing,...
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