Nursing-focused and easy-to-read, this manual delivers all of the
information you need to understand how tests work, interpret their
results, and provide quality patient care - pre-test, intra-test,
and post-test. Tests and procedures are listed in alphabetical
order by their complete names for quick reference. The integrated
index allows fast searches by abbreviation, synonym,
disease/disorder, specimen type, or test classification. Plus, a
Body Systems Appendix includes a list of common laboratory and
diagnostic tests for each body system as well as nutrition-related
lab tests. "Potential Nursing Problems" tables within many studies
that present problems, signs and symptoms, and interventions
related to the study. 'Common Use' for each monograph to provide an
at-a-glance description of what the test is for, presented in
everyday language that patients will understand. Monographs that
focus on what you need to do before, during, and after each
laboratory and diagnostic test, including patient teaching,
detailed coverage of patient safety, "Sensitivity to Social and
Cultural Issues" and "Nutritional Considerations," where
appropriate. Diagnostic imaging monographs with explanations of the
reasons for the test result. Pathophysiology information that
explains why a lab test result is increased or decreased. Reference
Ranges that are expressed in both conventional and SI units (with
the SI unit conversion factor) and include age- and gender-specific
variations when indicated and normal variations due to cultural
considerations. Interfering Factors, including food, natural
products, timing of test, handling of specimen, underlying patient
conditions, and drugs that may interfere with the results of the
test. Unique coverage of laboratory and diagnostic tests for
subspecialties, such as maternity, therapeutic drug monitoring,
nutrition and sensory. Cross referencing of related lab and
diagnostic tests in every monograph. "Body System" appendix that
includes therapeutic drug monitoring and toxicology as well as
nutrition-related lab tests. Instructor resources: Ebook, testing
resources, classroom & lecture planning resources, previous
edition resources. Includes testbanks, PowerPoint slides,
instructor guide Student resources: Appendices, Lab Find look-up
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