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Licensed Practical / Vocational Nursing (LPN/LVN)
Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing, Eighth Edition
Corrine Kurzen, MEd, MSN, RN
978-1-4963-0764-4 • February 2016 • Softbound • 7.375” x 9.125” • 448 pp • 47 Illu
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. The chapter
on Leadership and Followership has been expanded to include how
to approach change and conflict situations and diversification in the
workplace. Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing is the book
all LPN/LVP students need to develop the practical knowledge and
problem-solving skills for a successful career.
Lippincott CoursePoint, a flexible and integrated course and curriculum
solution that helps faculty and students achieve success. CoursePoint
for Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing provides content in
context exactly where and when students need it for a more effective
learning experience.
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
1. 1Adjusting to Student Life
2. The Student Nurse as a Person
3. Communication Skills
4. Education for Nursing
5. The NCLEX-PN®
UNIT 2: UNDERSTANDING YOUR
PROFESSION
6. Nursing From Past to Present
7. The Health Care System
8. The Health Care Team
9. Theory, Culture, and Diversity in
Nursing Care
UNIT 3: PREPARING FOR SUCCESSFUL
PRACTICE
10. Ethical Issues in Health Care
11. Legally Responsible Nursing Practice
12. Leadership and Followership Skills
13. Management Skills
UNIT 4: MOVING FORWARD
14. 1Beginning Your Nursing Career
15. Challenges in the Workplace
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
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