UPC: 9781975114626 | Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner: A Case-Based Approach (Paperback)

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Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner: A Case-Based Approach Studying for AGACNP/DNP certification or looking to strengthen your adult-gerontology acute care skills? Grab the know-how support and practical guidance you need with Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner. This clearly written evidenced-based guide offers best practices for providing patient- and family-centered care for young adults older adults and elderly patients facing complex acute and/or chronic health conditions. From foundational advanced practice knowledge and skills to informed clinical judgment this is an indispensable reference for preparing for AGACNP/DNP certification and a clinical road map for all adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioners. Upgrade your acute care nursing knowledge and clinical skills with: Highly rated student-approved case-based learning approach demonstrates concepts skills and patient-based care via real-life care scenarios Nursing experts views on history and professional issues including: A brief history of the acute care nurse practitioner role skills and impact on patient outcomes Acute care nurse practitioner as leader innovator and nursing systems change agent Acute care nurse practitioner role across the continuum of care — quality indicators and healthcare payment models Demonstration of evidence-based foundational skills Patient- and family-centered care during diagnosis and choosing treatment options — steps for effective communication responding to emotion supporting shared decision-making family engagement aiding physical comfort and emotional support learning cultural sensitivity Choosing and interpreting diagnostic tests Hospital care and preventing complications Building a strong basis for sound clinical judgment Psychosocial health – diagnosis and management Management of body systems and functions including handling emergencies and immediate interventions — hematologic; endocrine; dermatological; ophthalmological; ear nose and throat; neurological; musculoskeletal; cardiovascular; respiratory; gastrointestinal; genitourinary; and oncologic management Care of the trauma patient Disaster planning and management Chapter features include: Clinical Pearls – Expand on important concepts Key Points – Highlight key characteristics of family- and patient-centered care in different clinical situations Tables – Demonstrate clinical steps and procedures condition risk factors treatment phases and more Case Studies – Illustrate actual patient care scenarios and optimal clinical decision-making End-of-Chapter Review Questions – Multiple choice questions support learning and retention About the Clinical Editors Paula McCauley DNP ACNP-BC CMC CSC FAANP is an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner of Cardiology/Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Connecticut Health Center in Farmington Connecticut and Associate Professor at the University of Connecticut School of Nursing in Storrs Connecticut. She is the former Adult Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Track Director. Angela Starkweather PhD ACNP-BC CNRN FAAN FAANP is Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the University of Connecticut School of Nursing in Storrs Connecticut.