Nursing Catalogue 2016

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Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing, Eighth Edition Corrine R. Kurzen, MEd, MSN, RN 978-1-49630-764-4 • February 2016 • Softbound • 10” x 7” • 448 pp. • 40 Illus. • 50Tables

Licensed Practical / Vocational Nursing

Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing is specifically written for the LPN/LVN student to provide a basic introduction to the nursing profession with an emphasis on life-long learning, leadership skills, and career planning. While the importance of a career in nursing and the value of service to others is woven throughout the text, the focus remains on preparing students with the crucial critical thinking skills they need to transition into a successful practice. This book will prepare LPN/LVNs to fully understand the complexities of their profession, communicate effectively, work as a member of a team, confront challenges in the workplace, and move forward into leadership roles. The eighth edition is completely updated with more NCLEX-PN-style chapter review questions, and new artwork throughout. New for the LPN/LVN market in Fall 2015 is Lippincott CoursePoint. CoursePoint for Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing provides content in context exactly where and when students need it for a more effective learning experience. Students will be able to access a premium digital textbook for an engaging, interactive experience and take adaptive NCLEX-PN-style practice quizzes Key Features • NCLEX-PN-style Chapter Review Questions are included at the end of each chapter, as an online student resource, and will be integrated into CoursePoint to appeal to both print and electronic learners • Apply Critical Thinking Skills contains discussion questions and activities at the end of each chapter that foster critical thinking and encourage students to take their learning outside the classroom • Critical Thinking Exercise boxes ask students to use critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to address real-world situations • Assess Yourself tests encourage students to begin thinking about how they can capitalize on their strengths and improve weaknesses • Web sites provide additional information to enhance the content • Read More About It resource lists present resources so students can learn more about key issues

Table of Contents Unit 1: Getting Started Ch. 1: Adjusting to Student Life Ch. 2: The Student Nurse as a Person Ch. 3: Communication Skills Ch. 4: Education for Nursing Ch. 51: The NCLEX-PN® Unit 2: Understanding Your Profession Ch. 6: Nursing From Past to Present Ch. 7: The Health Care System Ch. 9: The Health Care Team Ch. 9: Theory, Culture, and Diversity in Nursing Care Unit 3: Preparing for Successful Practice Ch. 10: Ethical Issues in Health Care Ch. 11: Legally Responsible Nursing Practice Ch. 12: Leadership and Followership Skills Ch. 14: Beginning Your Nursing Career Ch. 15: Challenges in the Workplace Ch. 16: Current Issues and Future Concerns Appendices A: Essential On-line Resources for Practical and Vocational Nursing Students B: NFLPN Nursing Practice Standards for the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse C: NAPNES Standards of Practice and Educational Competencies of Graduates of Practical/Vocational Nursing Programs D: Complementary Health Approaches - A Dictionary of Terms Index Ch. 13: Management Skills Unit 4: Moving Forward