Fast Facts for the Cardiac Surgery Nurse

Everything You Need to Know in a Nutshell

Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Nursing, Critical & Intensive Care
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Author: Tanya Hodge, MS, RN, CNS, CCRN ISBN: 9780826108326
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company Publication: June 20, 2011
Imprint: Springer Publishing Company Language: English
Author: Tanya Hodge, MS, RN, CNS, CCRN
ISBN: 9780826108326
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Publication: June 20, 2011
Imprint: Springer Publishing Company
Language: English

A succinct yet comprehensive reference tool for cardiac surgery nurses, this new addition to the Fast Facts series provides quick access to frequently used information regarding the care of cardiac surgery patients. It encompasses the timeline from pre-op to recovery period, with a special focus on the prevention and management of commonly seen post-op complications. The book addresses surgical treatments for coronary artery disease, valve disease, descending aortic aneurysms, and congenital heart disease in adults, and covers patient presentation and diagnostic tests, immediate and extended post-operative period care, cardiac rehabilitation programs, and patient education.

Intended for daily use, this reference not only contains important guidelines for all nurses caring for cardiac surgery patients, but reinforces highly specialized skills and supports the development of new skills. It will be highly valuable to new graduates and nurses who are considering a switch to cardiac care, as well as seasoned practitioners.

Key Features:

  • Provides a handy pocket reference for new and experienced cardiac care nurses
  • Clearly organized for easy reference to equipment, procedures, and pre- and post-op specialty care
  • Includes ìFast Facts in a Nutshellî feature to help guide the new nurse
  • Pays special attention to the differences between CHD and manifestations of other heart disease states
  • Pinpoints sensitive nursing indicators and ways to improve patient care
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A succinct yet comprehensive reference tool for cardiac surgery nurses, this new addition to the Fast Facts series provides quick access to frequently used information regarding the care of cardiac surgery patients. It encompasses the timeline from pre-op to recovery period, with a special focus on the prevention and management of commonly seen post-op complications. The book addresses surgical treatments for coronary artery disease, valve disease, descending aortic aneurysms, and congenital heart disease in adults, and covers patient presentation and diagnostic tests, immediate and extended post-operative period care, cardiac rehabilitation programs, and patient education.

Intended for daily use, this reference not only contains important guidelines for all nurses caring for cardiac surgery patients, but reinforces highly specialized skills and supports the development of new skills. It will be highly valuable to new graduates and nurses who are considering a switch to cardiac care, as well as seasoned practitioners.

Key Features:

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