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Table Of ContentChapter1 Clinical Judgment in Critical Care Chapter2 Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology Chapter3 Indications for Cardiac Surgery Chapter4 Preoperative Cardiac Surgery Nursing Evaluation Chapter5 Heart Valve Surgery Chapter6 Cardiopulmonary Bypass and Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Chapter7 Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery Chapter8 Recovery from Anesthesia Chapter9 Hermodynamic Monitoring Chapter10 Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Chapter11 Mechanical Ventilation After Cardiac Surgery Chapter12 Pharmacologic Support Following Cardiac Surgery Chapter13 Postoperative Complications of Cardiac Surgery and Nursing Interventions Chapter14 Pain Management Chapter15 Postoperative Dysrhythmias Chapter16 Neurologic Complications Chapter17 Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances Following Cardiac Surgery Chapter18 Wound Care Chapter19 Bridge to Transplant and Cardiac Transplantation Chapter20 Post-ICU Care and Other Complications Chapter21 Implications of Obesity of the Cardiac Surgery Patient Chapter22 Cardiogenetics Chapter23 Nutritional Issues of the Patient Undergoing Cardiac Surgery Chapter24 Depression, Anxiety, and Spirituality Among Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery Chapter25 Rehabilitation and Care of the Cardiac Surgery Patient
SynopsisEvery new print copy includes an access code for Navigate 2 TestPrep. "This is an excellent addition for any nurses working with cardiac surgery patients. It is extensive and complete. All areas are covered in depth and the material is current and relevant. I loved the case studies and clinical inquiry boxes. The website is a great addition and very worthwhile. In all, [Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing, Third Edition] is an excellent book and a wonderful resource for cardiac care nurses and educators." Cynthia Cummings, EdD, RN, CHSE, CNE, University of North Florida Brooks College of Health for Doody's Review Service, Score: 100 - 5 Stars! Patients who undergo cardiac surgery require specialized care. Critical care nurses are crucial to their postoperative recovery and health. Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing, Third Edition is an indispensable resource for new and experienced nurses caring for patients in critical care units immediately following cardiac surgery and in the transitioning to home. With an evidence-based foundation, the Third Edition addresses nursing knowledge to meet the needs of acutely ill patients and strategies to optimizing patient outcomes in this dynamic field. Vital information has been added and updated to reflect significant changes in cardiac surgery as well as four new chapters based on needs of patients, families, and readers. These new chapters address nutritional issues, post ICU-care, psychological and spiritual support, and rehabilitation care post cardiac surgery. Published in partnership with the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing, Third Edition is a must-have reference for all nurses caring for acute and critically ill patients and an ideal resource to help prepare nurses who plan to take the Cardiac Surgery Certification (CSC(R)) subspecialty exam offered by the AACN. Clinical Inquiry Boxes throughout highlight research findings that have implications for nursing practice Case Studies and Critical Thinking Questions promote critical thinking and application of information Self-Assessment Questions at the end of each chapter can be used as practice questions to help nurses preparing for the CSC(R) exam Rationales for the correct answers to the multiple choice questions have been added to this edition (c) 2020 602 pages, Patients who undergo cardiac surgery require specialized care. Critical care nurses are crucial to their postoperative recovery and health. Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing, Third Edition is an indispensable resource for new and experienced nurses caring for patients in critical care units immediately following cardiac surgery and in the transitioning to home. With an evidence-based foundation, the Third Edition addresses nursing knowledge to meet the needs of acutely ill patients and strategies to optimizing patient outcomes in this dynamic field. Vital information has been added and updated to reflect significant changes in cardiac surgery as well as four new chapters based on needs of patients, families, and readers. These new chapters address nutritional issues, post ICU-care, psychological and spiritual support, and rehabilitation care post cardiac surgery. Published in partnership with the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing, Third Edition is a must-have reference for all nurses caring for acute and critically ill patients and an ideal resource to help prepare nurses who plan to take the Cardiac Surgery Certification (CSC(R)) subspecialty exam offered by the AACN., Every new print copy includes an access code for Navigate 2 TestPrep. "This is an excellent addition for any nurses working with cardiac surgery patients. It is extensive and complete. All areas are covered in depth and the material is current and relevant. I loved the case studies and clinical inquiry boxes. The website is a great addition and very worthwhile. In all, [Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing, Third Edition] is an excellent book and a wonderful resource for cardiac care nurses and educators." ~ Cynthia Cummings, EdD, RN, CHSE, CNE, University of North Florida Brooks College of Health for Doody's Review Service, Score: 100 - 5 Stars! Patients who undergo cardiac surgery require specialized care. Critical care nurses are crucial to their postoperative recovery and health. Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing, Third Edition is an indispensable resource for new and experienced nurses caring for patients in critical care units immediately following cardiac surgery and in the transitioning to home. With an evidence-based foundation, the Third Edition addresses nursing knowledge to meet the needs of acutely ill patients and strategies to optimizing patient outcomes in this dynamic field. Vital information has been added and updated to reflect significant changes in cardiac surgery as well as four new chapters based on needs of patients, families, and readers. These new chapters address nutritional issues, post ICU-care, psychological and spiritual support, and rehabilitation care post cardiac surgery. Published in partnership with the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing, Third Edition is a must-have reference for all nurses caring for acute and critically ill patients and an ideal resource to help prepare nurses who plan to take the Cardiac Surgery Certification (CSC®) subspecialty exam offered by the AACN. Clinical Inquiry Boxes throughout highlight research findings that have implications for nursing practice Case Studies and Critical Thinking Questions promote critical thinking and application of information Self-Assessment Questions at the end of each chapter can be used as practice questions to help nurses preparing for the CSC® exam Rationales for the correct answers to the multiple choice questions have been added to this edition © 2020 602 pages
LC Classification NumberRC674.C345 2019