AACN Core Curriculum for Progressive and Critical Care Nursing

<p>**Selected for Doody's Core Titles(R) 2024 in Critical Care** <p>Get ready for clinical practice in progressive and critical care nursing<b> </b>with<b> </b>this definitive resource! From the experts at the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, the <b>AACN Core Curriculum for Progressive and Critical Care Nursing, 8th</b> <b>Edition </b>covers the knowledge and skills needed to prepare for the CCRN(R) and PCCN(R) certification examinations and to provide safe and effective care in progressive and critical care settings<b>. </b>Content in this edition corresponds to the most recent CCRN(R) and PCCN(R) exam blueprints and reflects the latest in evidence-based practice. With its clear outline format and comprehensive coverage of nursing competencies, this text is both a convenient clinical reference and a valuable study tool.</p><ul><li><b>PUBLISHER'S NOTE: </b> Although some copies of this title mention that an access code is included inside, no access code is included or required to access the Evolve materials for this book.</li><li><b>Experts at the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) </b>provide the definitive reference for progressive and critical care nursing care of adults.</li><li><b>Concise outline format </b>makes information easy to find and easy to digest.</li><li><b>Basic to advanced levels of coverage</b> emphasizes clinical nursing practice, preparing you with the full range of knowledge needed for optimal patient care in progressive and critical care settings.</li><li><b>Key content in each body systems chapter</b> includes an anatomy and physiology review, assessment, patient care, and specific patient health problems.</li><li><b><i>Expert Tips</i> and <i>Key Concepts</i> boxes</b> highlight important content and serve as a quick reference.</li></ul><ul><b> <li>NEW! Updated content </b>corresponds to the most recent CCRN(R) and PCCN(R) examination blueprints and reflects the latest research evidence, clinical studies, national and international treatment protocols, the AACN/ANA scope of practice, and AACN's ECCO 3.0.</li> <li><b>NEW! Updated table of contents, chapter format, and full-color design</b> make the book easier to read and use.</li> <li><b>NEW! Additional full-color illustrations, boxes, and tables</b> enhance understanding and provide quicker access to need-to-know information in clinical practice.</li></ul>