Laboratory Tests and Diagnostic Procedures with Nursing Diagnoses

<p><i>For courses in medical-surgical nursing, and lab and diagnosis/diagnostic tests.<br></i><b><br> A complete nurse's guide to applying lab results and diagnoses to patient care<br></b><b><i>Laboratory Tests and Diagnostic Procedures with Nursing Diagnoses</i></b> teaches students how to use data from lab tests and diagnostic procedures to plan nursing care, while emphasizing the human side of testing. Guided by case studies and NCLEX®-style questions, students can practice applying knowledge of tests and diagnoses to varied clinical situations. The <b>9th edition</b> is useful as both a theory text and a quick reference guide. It reflects new evidence¿-based practice standards and introduces new and expanded uses for tests, with a special focus on genetic and rapid tests.</p>