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Tables of Contents for Textbook of Basic Nursing
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PART A Foundations of Nursing
Unit I THE NATURE OF NURSING
The Origins of Nursing
3
9
Nursing's Heritage
4
2
Nursing in the United States
6
4
Nursing Insignia
10
2
Beginning Your Nursing Career
12
12
Healthcare: A Multidisciplinary Approach
13
1
Types of Nursing Programs
14
3
Approval and Accreditation of Nursing Programs
17
1
The Nurse's Pledge
18
1
Theories of Nursing
18
1
Roles and Responsibilities of the Nurse
19
2
Nursing Organizations
21
3
The Healthcare Delivery System
24
14
Healthcare Trends in the 21st Century
25
1
Healthcare Settings and Services
26
2
Quality Assurance
28
1
Organization and Ownership of Healthcare Facilities
29
2
Financing Healthcare
31
4
Complementary Healthcare
35
1
Consumer Fraud
36
2
Legal and Ethical Aspects of Nursing
38
15
Legal Issues of Nursing Practice
39
3
Regulations of Nursing Practice
42
3
Advance Directives
45
1
Vulnerable Persons
46
1
Legal Definitions of Death
46
1
Ethical Standards of Healthcare
47
2
Clients' Rights and Responsibilities
49
4
Unit II PERSONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
Basic Human Needs
53
7
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
54
1
Nursing's Relationship to Basic Needs
54
1
Overview of Individual Needs
55
4
Family and Community Needs
59
1
Health and Wellness
60
15
Health and Wellness
61
1
Environmental Health
61
1
Morbidity and Mortality
61
1
Finances and Healthcare
62
1
Prevention and Healthcare
63
1
The Wellness-Illness Continuum
64
1
Lifestyle and Risk Factors
65
4
Education and Health Promotion
69
1
Age-Related Health Concerns
69
3
Categories of Deviation From Wellness
72
3
Community Health
75
10
Healthcare Worldwide
76
1
Healthcare on the National Level
76
5
Healthcare at the State Level
81
1
Healthcare at the Local Level
81
1
The Environment
82
3
Transcultural Healthcare
85
18
Culture and Ethnicity
86
2
Culturally Influenced Components
88
6
Religious/Spiritual Customs and Traditions
94
5
Implementing Culturally Competent Care
99
4
Unit III DEVELOPMENT THROUGHOUT THE LIFE CYCLE
The Family
103
10
Characteristics of the Family
104
1
Family Structure
105
2
Influence of Culture, Ethnicity, and Religion
107
1
Family Stages
107
2
Stress and Family Coping
109
4
Infancy and Childhood
113
14
Growth and Development
114
3
The Newborn
117
1
Infancy: 1 to 12 Months
117
2
Toddlerhood: 1 to 3 Years
119
3
Preschool: 3 to 6 Years
122
2
School Age: 6 to 10 Years
124
3
Adolescence
127
7
Growth and Development Theories
128
1
Adolescent Growth and Development
129
5
Early and Middle Adulthood
134
7
Adult Growth and Development Theories
135
2
Development in Early Adulthood
137
2
Development in Middle Adulthood
139
2
Older Adulthood and Aging
141
7
Developmental Theories of Older Adulthood
142
1
Development in Older Adulthood
143
3
Demographics and Population Trends
146
2
Death and Dying
148
7
Death
149
6
Unit IV STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION
Organization of the Human Body
155
14
Chemistry and Life
156
1
Medical Terminology
157
1
Anatomy and Physiology
157
1
Body Directions
157
2
Structural Levels in the Body
159
10
The Integumentary System
169
10
Structure and Function
170
4
System Physiology
174
2
Effects of Aging on the Integumentary System
176
1
Maintenance of Healthy Skin
177
2
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
179
15
Homeostasis
180
1
Body Fluids
180
5
Fluid and Electrolyte Transport
185
4
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
189
1
Acid-Base Balance
189
3
Effects of Aging on the System
192
2
The Musculoskeletal System
194
21
Structure and Function
195
1
The Skeleton
195
11
The Muscles
206
3
System Physiology
209
4
Effects of Aging on the System
213
2
The Nervous System
215
16
Structure and Function
216
2
Divisions of the Nervous System
218
8
System Physiology
226
2
Effects of Aging on the System
228
3
The Endocrine System
231
12
Structure and Function
232
8
System Physiology
240
1
Effects of Aging on the System
241
2
The Sensory System
243
12
Structure and Function
244
1
The Eye
244
2
The Ear
246
2
System Physiology
248
4
Effects of Aging on the System
252
3
The Cardiovascular System
255
13
Structure and Function
256
1
Heart
256
3
Systemic Blood Vessels
259
3
System Physiology
262
3
Effects of Aging on the System
265
3
The Hematologic and Lymphatic Systems
268
13
Structure and Function
269
1
Blood
269
5
Lymph
274
2
System Physiology
276
3
Effects of Aging on the System
279
2
The Immune System
281
9
Structure and Function
282
1
Bone Marrow and Lymphocyte Production
282
2
Lymphoid Organs
284
1
The Mononuclear Phagocyte System
285
1
System Physiology
285
2
Effects of Aging on the System
287
3
The Respiratory System
290
10
Structure and Function
291
4
System Physiology
295
2
Effects of Aging on the System
297
3
The Digestive System
300
14
Structure and Function
301
8
System Physiology
309
3
Effects of Aging on the System
312
2
The Urinary System
314
12
Structure and Function
315
1
Kidneys
315
5
Organs of Urine Storage and Elimination
320
1
System Physiology
320
3
Effects of Aging on the System
323
3
The Male Reproductive System
326
6
Structure and Function
327
2
Hormonal Influences
329
1
System Physiology
330
1
Effects of Aging on the System
330
2
The Female Reproductive System
332
11
Structure and Function
333
1
Reproductive Organs
333
3
Breasts
336
1
Hormonal Influences
336
1
System Physiology
336
3
Effects of Aging on the System
339
4
Unit V NUTRITION AND DIET THERAPY
Basic Nutrition
343
28
Nutrients
344
18
A Healthy Diet
362
5
Nutrition Across the Life Span
367
4
Transcultural and Social Aspects of Nutrition
371
10
Regional Preferences
372
1
Ethnic Heritage
372
4
Religious Beliefs
376
1
The Vegetarian Choice
376
2
Other Sociocultural Factors
378
3
Diet Therapy and Special Diets
381
24
Helping the Client Meet Nutritional Needs
382
2
The Client Who Needs Assistance With Eating
384
2
House Diets
386
1
Modified Diets
386
6
Nutritional Support
392
7
Food and Medication Interactions
399
6
PART B Nursing Care Skills
Unit VI THE NURSING PROCESS
Introduction to the Nursing Process
405
9
Problem-Solving
406
1
Critical Thinking
406
1
Nursing Process
407
7
Nursing Assessment
414
7
Nursing Assessment
415
3
Data Analysis
418
3
Nursing Diagnosis and Planning
421
7
Nursing Diagnosis
422
1
Planning Care
423
5
Implementing and Evaluating Care
428
7
Implementing Nursing Care
429
1
Cost-Effective Quality Care
430
1
Evaluating Nursing Care
431
2
Discharge Planning
433
2
Documenting and Reporting
435
16
Documentation
436
10
Reporting
446
5
Unit VII SAFETY IN THE HEALTHCARE FACILITY
The Healthcare Facility Environment
451
9
The Client Unit
452
2
Provision of Nursing Care
454
1
Hospital Personnel and Services
455
5
Emergency Preparedness
460
8
Safety and Preparedness
461
3
The Disaster Plan
464
1
The Fire Plan
465
3
Microbiology and Defense Against Disease
468
12
Microorganisms
469
4
Infectious Disease
473
4
Response to Infection
477
3
Medical Asepsis
480
12
Medical Asepsis
481
1
Nosocomial Infections
481
9
Client and Family Teaching
490
2
Infection Control
492
9
Infection Control
493
3
Isolation
496
3
The Infection Control Committee
499
2
Emergency Care and First Aid
501
32
Principles of Emergency Care
502
4
Assessing the Person in an Emergency
506
3
Sudden Death and Life Support
509
2
First-Aid Measures
511
22
Unit VIII CLIENT CARE
Therapeutic Communication Skills
533
13
Communication
534
5
Therapeutic Communication Techniques
539
3
Communications Among the Healthcare Team
542
4
Admission, Transfer, and Discharge
546
15
Admission
547
8
Transfer to Another Unit
555
1
Discharge
555
1
Leaving the Healthcare Facility Against Medical Advice
555
6
Vital Signs
561
21
The Graphic Record
562
1
Assessing Body Temperature
562
4
Assessing Pulse
566
8
Assessing Respiration
574
1
Assessing Blood Pressure
575
7
Data Collection in Client Care
582
29
Factors That Influence Assessment
583
2
Medical Diagnosis
585
3
The Physical Examination
588
23
Body Mechanics and Positioning
611
32
Proper Body Mechanics
612
1
Positioning the Client
613
3
Joint Mobility and Range of Motion
616
4
Assisting the Mobile and Partially Mobile Client
620
15
Moving the Client Who Is Paralyzed
635
4
Positioning for Examinations
639
4
Beds and Bed Making
643
10
Bed Making
644
5
Attachments and Accessories
649
1
Special Beds and Mattresses
650
3
Personal Hygiene and Skin Care
653
24
Mouth Care
654
2
Routine Eye Care
656
1
Ear Care
656
3
Nail Care
659
1
Shaving
659
1
Hair Care
660
4
Skin Care
664
13
Elimination
677
22
Elimination
678
3
Assisting With Toileting
681
1
Assisting With Urinary Elimination
682
7
Assisting With Bowel Elimination
689
6
Nausea and Vomiting
695
4
Specimen Collection
699
15
The Urine Specimen
700
6
The Stool Specimen
706
3
The Sputum Specimen
709
2
The Blood Specimen
711
3
Bandages and Binders
714
8
Bandages
715
1
Binders
716
6
Heat and Cold Applications
722
11
Heat
723
4
Cold
727
6
Client Comfort and Pain Management
733
10
Pain
734
1
Nursing Assessment
735
2
Pain Management
737
6
Preoperative and Postoperative Care
743
23
Perioperative Care
744
3
Preoperative Nursing Care
747
7
Intraoperative Nursing Care
754
1
Postoperative Nursing Care
754
12
Surgical Asepsis
766
14
Asepsis
767
1
Disinfection and Sterilization
767
1
Sterile Technique
767
3
Urinary Catheterization
770
10
Wound Care
780
11
Wounds
781
5
Skin Breakdown
786
5
Care of the Dying Person
791
12
Care of the Dying Client
792
4
Care Following the Death of a Client
796
7
Unit IX PHARMACOLOGY AND ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATIONS
Review of Mathematics
803
7
Systems of Measurement
804
2
Dosage Calculation
806
4
Introduction to Pharmacology
810
10
Legal Aspects
811
3
Medication Preparations and Actions
814
2
Prescription of Medications
816
4
Classification of Medications
820
38
Antibiotics and Other Anti-Infective Agents
822
7
Medications That Affect the Integumentary System
829
1
Medications That Affect the Nervous System
829
9
Medications That Affect the Endocrine System
838
1
Medications That Affect the Sensory System
838
1
Medications That Affect the Cardiovascular System
839
5
Medications That Affect the Blood
844
2
Antineoplastic Medications
846
1
Medications That Affect the Immune System
846
1
Medications That Affect the Respiratory System
846
3
Medications That Affect the Gastrointestinal System
849
5
Medications That Affect the Urinary Tract
854
2
Medications That Affect the Reproductive Systems
856
2
Administration of Medications
858
41
Preparation for Administration
859
2
Safety
861
2
General Principles of Medication Administration
863
1
Enteral Administration Methods
864
5
Parenteral Administration Methods
869
30
PART C Nursing Throughout the Life Cycle
Unit X MATERNAL AND NEWBORN NURSING
Normal Pregnancy
899
29
Defining Pregnancy as a Normal Process
900
11
Healthcare During Pregnancy
911
12
Preparing to be a Parent
923
5
Normal Labor, Delivery, and Postpartum Care
928
24
Labor and Birth as Normal Processes
929
6
Nursing Care During Labor
935
17
Care of the Normal Newborn
952
28
Important Concepts in Newborn Care
953
1
Care of the Newborn Immediately After Birth
954
3
Characteristics of the Normal Newborn
957
5
Admission to the Newborn Nursery
962
6
Daily Newborn Care
968
5
Nutrition
973
5
Discharge
978
2
High-Risk Pregnancy and Childbirth
980
23
Tests to Assess Fetal Status
981
1
Interrupted Pregnancy
982
2
Maternal Complications During Pregnancy
984
4
Existing Disorders Complicating Pregnancy
988
1
Disorders Affecting the Fetus
989
1
Placental and Amniotic Disorders
990
3
Other High-Risk Pregnancies
993
1
Complications of Labor and Delivery
993
3
Umbilical Cord Complications
996
1
Considerations Related to Delivery
996
2
Complications of the Postpartum Period
998
3
When a Newborn Dies
1001
2
The High-Risk Newborn
1003
12
Classification of High-Risk Newborns
1004
3
Potential Complications in the High-Risk Newborn
1007
1
Hemolytic Conditions
1008
1
Birth Injuries
1008
1
Congenital Disorders
1009
2
Infections
1011
1
Chemical Dependency and the Newborn
1012
3
Sexuality, Fertility, and Sexually Transmitted Diseases
1015
20
Human Sexuality
1016
1
Infertility
1017
1
Contraception
1018
7
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
1025
10
Unit XI PEDIATRIC NURSING
Fundamentals of Pediatric Nursing
1035
26
Health Maintenance
1036
3
The Hospital Experience
1039
2
Basic Pediatric Care and Procedures
1041
3
Intermediate Pediatric Care and Procedures
1044
10
Advanced Pediatric Care and Procedures
1054
2
The Child Having Surgery
1056
5
Care of the Infant, Toddler, or Preschooler
1061
45
Communicable Diseases
1062
3
Parasitic Infestations
1065
2
Trauma
1067
3
Child Abuse
1070
5
Skin Disorders
1075
1
Musculoskeletal and Orthopedic Disorders
1076
1
Neurologic Disorders
1077
3
Metabolic and Nutritional Disorders
1080
1
Disorders of the Eyes
1081
1
Disorders of the Ears, Nose, Throat, and Mouth
1082
3
Cardiovascular Disorders
1085
6
Blood and Lymph Disorders
1091
4
Respiratory Tract Disorders
1095
3
Gastrointestinal Disorders
1098
3
Urinary System Disorders
1101
2
Reproductive System Disorders
1103
1
Nutritional Considerations in Young Children
1103
3
Care of the School-Age Child or Adolescent
1106
13
Communicable Diseases
1107
1
Skin Disorders
1108
1
Musculoskeletal Disorders
1109
4
Endocrine Disorders
1113
1
Sensory System Disorders
1114
1
Gastrointestinal Disorders
1114
1
Reproductive System Disorders
1114
1
Emotional and Psychological Disorders
1115
2
Nutritional Considerations
1117
1
Special Considerations in Children
1118
1
The Child or Adolescent With Special Needs
1119
24
Congenital Disorders
1120
3
Intellectual Impairment
1123
3
Developmental and Learning Disabilities
1126
4
Long-Term Neuromuscular Disorders
1130
2
Sensory Disorders
1132
1
Mental Illness
1132
2
Substance Abuse in Children and Adolescents
1134
2
Nutritional Considerations
1136
1
Special Considerations in Children
1136
1
Special Considerations in Pediatric Rehabilitation
1136
2
Long-Term Care
1138
5
Unit XII ADULT CARE NURSING
Skin Disorders
1143
21
Diagnostic Tests
1144
1
Common Medical Treatments
1144
2
Common Surgical Treatments
1146
3
Acute and Chronic Skin Conditions
1149
2
Infections
1151
1
Parasitic Infestations
1152
1
Sebaceous Gland Disorders
1153
1
Burns
1154
6
Neoplasms
1160
4
Disorders in Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
1164
11
Diagnostic Tests
1165
1
Common Medical Treatments
1165
2
Maintenance of Fluid Balance
1167
1
Maintenance of Electrolyte Balance
1168
4
Maintenance of Acid-Base Balance
1172
3
Musculoskeletal Disorders
1175
30
Diagnostic Tests
1176
1
Common Medical Treatments
1177
1
Common Surgical Treatments
1177
2
Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
1179
8
Systemic Disorders With Musculoskeletal Manifestations
1187
1
Traumatic Injuries
1188
2
Trauma Care and Management
1190
10
Complications of Fractures or Bone Surgery
1200
3
Neoplasms
1203
2
Nervous System Disorders
1205
31
Diagnostic Tests
1206
4
Craniocerebral Disorders
1210
5
Nerve Disorders
1215
2
Spinal Cord Disorders
1217
3
Degenerative Disorders
1220
6
Inflammatory Disorders
1226
2
Head Trauma
1228
4
Neoplasms
1232
4
Endocrine Disorders
1236
30
Diagnostic Tests
1238
3
Common Medical and Surgical Treatments
1241
1
Pituitary Gland Disorders
1241
1
Thyroid Gland Disorders
1242
4
Parathyroid Gland Disorders
1246
1
Adrenal Gland Disorders
1246
2
Pancreatic Endocrine Disorders
1248
18
Sensory System Disorders
1266
20
Diagnostic Tests
1267
1
Common Medical Treatments
1268
1
Common Surgical Treatments
1268
8
The Eye and Vision Disorders
1276
3
Trauma to the Eye
1279
2
The Ear and Hearing Disorders
1281
3
Disorders of Other Special Senses
1284
2
Cardiovascular Disorders
1286
29
Diagnostic Tests
1287
2
Common Medical Treatments
1289
1
Common Surgical Treatments
1289
6
Abnormal Conditions That May Cause Cardiovascular Disease
1295
2
Heart Disorders
1297
9
Blood Vessel Disorders
1306
9
Blood and Lymph Disorders
1315
17
Diagnostic Tests
1316
2
Common Treatments
1318
4
Hematologic System Disorders
1322
10
Cancer
1332
18
Cancer Development
1333
3
Diagnostic Tests
1336
1
Treatment Modalities for Cancer
1337
6
Nursing Considerations for Clients With Cancer
1343
7
Allergic, Immune, and Autoimmune Disorders
1350
10
Diagnostic Tests
1351
2
Allergies
1353
4
Immune Disorders
1357
1
Autoimmune Disorders
1358
2
HIV and AIDS
1360
11
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
1361
2
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
1363
6
HIV Exposure and Healthcare Workers
1369
2
Respiratory Disorders
1371
31
Diagnostic Tests
1372
2
Common Medical Treatments
1374
1
Common Surgical Treatments
1374
9
Infectious Respiratory Disorders
1383
7
Chronic Respiratory Disorders
1390
6
Trauma
1396
1
Neoplasms
1397
1
Disorders of the Nose
1397
2
Disorders of the Throat
1399
3
Oxygen Therapy and Respiratory Care
1402
17
Oxygen Provision
1403
3
The Client Who Is Having Difficulty Breathing
1406
5
The Client Who Is Unable to Breathe
1411
8
Digestive Disorders
1419
43
Diagnostic Tests
1420
4
Common Medical and Surgical Treatments
1424
13
Disorders of the Mouth
1437
2
Disorders of the Esophagus
1439
2
Disorders of the Stomach
1441
3
Disorders of the Small or Large Bowel
1444
7
Disorders of the Sigmoid Colon and Rectum
1451
1
Disorders of the Liver
1452
4
Gallbladder Disorders
1456
2
Disorders of the Pancreas
1458
1
Conditions of Overnutrition and Undernutrition
1458
4
Urinary Disorders
1462
28
Diagnostic Tests
1463
6
Urinary Incontinence
1469
3
Urinary Tract Infections
1472
2
Inflammatory Disorders
1474
2
Obstructive Disorders
1476
4
Urinary Tract Tumors
1480
1
Urinary Tract Trauma
1481
1
Renal Failure
1481
9
Male Reproductive Disorders
1490
16
Diagnostic Tests
1491
1
Common Medical Treatments
1491
1
Erectile Disorders
1492
2
Structural Disorders
1494
1
Inflammatory Disorders
1495
1
Neoplasms
1496
10
Female Reproductive Disorders
1506
29
Diagnostic Tests
1507
3
Common Surgical Treatments
1510
4
Disorders Related to the Menstrual Cycle
1514
3
Structural Disorders
1517
1
Inflammatory Disorders
1518
4
Trauma
1522
1
Neoplasms
1522
13
Unit XIII GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING
Gerontology: The Aging Adult
1535
17
Care Settings for Older Adults
1536
4
Helping the Older Person Meet Basic Needs
1540
4
Helping the Older Adult Meet Emotional Needs
1544
3
Special Concerns of the Aging Adult
1547
3
Elder Abuse
1550
2
Dementias and Related Disorders
1552
17
Confusion, Delirium, and Dementia
1553
1
Types of Dementias
1553
5
Diagnosis of Dementia
1558
11
Unit XIV MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
Psychiatric Nursing
1569
40
Mental Health
1570
1
Mental Illness
1570
6
The Mental Healthcare Team
1576
3
Methods of Psychiatric Therapy
1579
11
The Client in an Inpatient Setting
1590
4
Mental Health Nursing Skills
1594
15
Substance Abuse
1609
28
Chemical Abuse and Chemical Dependency
1610
2
Nursing Care Measures
1612
3
Detoxification and Recovery
1615
7
Alcohol Abuse and Dependence
1622
3
Abuse of Substances Other Than Alcohol
1625
5
Special Abusers
1630
7
Unit XV NURSING IN A VARIETY OF SETTINGS
Extended Care
1637
7
Extended Care Options
1638
6
Rehabilitation Nursing
1644
17
Rehabilitation Services
1645
16
Ambulatory Nursing
1661
9
Ambulatory Healthcare
1662
8
Home Care Nursing
1670
7
Home Care
1671
6
Hospice Nursing
1677
16
Evolution of the Hospice Movement
1678
1
The Hospice Concept
1678
4
Assisting in Symptom Control
1682
6
Children in Hospice Programs
1688
5
PART D Your Career
Unit XVI THE TRANSITION TO PRACTICING NURSE
From Student to Graduate Nurse
1693
12
Nursing Licensure
1694
2
Role Transition
1696
7
Personal Life
1703
2
Career Opportunities and Job-Seeking Skills
1705
14
Employment Opportunities
1706
6
Obtaining Employment Information
1712
1
Job-Seeking Skills
1713
6
Advancement and Leadership in Nursing
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8
Advancement in Nursing
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1
Leadership
1721
6
Bibliography
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16
Appendix A: Key English-to-Spanish Healthcare Phrases
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Appendix B: Key Abbreviations and Acronyms Used in Healthcare
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10
Appendix C: Normal Values and Reference Tables
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6
Appendix D: Medical Terminology
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5
Appendix E: Standard Precautions
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3
Appendix F: Answers to NCLEX-Style Review Questions
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7
Glossary
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Index
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