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NURSING Reference

Cardiovascular Care Made Incredibly Easy! ® 4th Edition Incredibly Easy! ® Series By Mary Ann McLaughlin, EdD, RN , Assistant Professor and Program Direc- tor, Accelerated BSN Program (Philadelphia Campus), Gwynedd Mercy Univer- sity, Gwynedd, PA DESCRIPTION Stressed by the ins and outs of cardiovascular care? Face the challenges confi- dently, with the newly updated Cardiovascular Care made Incredibly Easy! ® , 4th Edition.

Using helpful learning aids that boost your understanding and retention, this colorfully illustrated, enjoyable text is packed with easy-to-remember defini- tions and clear, concise descriptions of crucial cardiovascular nursing concepts and procedures, from assessment to diagnostic tests to emergencies. The ideal reference for students and new nurses, it is also an invaluable refresher for all experienced nurses. FEATURES Be expertly guided into a solid foundation in cardiovascular care, with: ▶ ▶ NEW and updated content in an easy-to-read, bulleted format ▶ ▶ “Practice Makes Perfect” end-of-book practice exam—newly revised to mimic the NCLEX ® and other certification exams, to get you exam-ready ▶ ▶ Dozens of colorful diagrams and illustrations that outline core terms and concepts, with easy-to-retain definitions for: • Anatomy and physiology—heart structure, conduction system, blood flow and more • Assessment • Prevention and risk reduction—risk assessment, risk factors, modifiable risk factors, dyslipidemia, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, obesity and more • Diagnostic tests and procedures—cardiac enzymes and proteins, lipid studies, coagulation tests, electrocardiography, hemodynamic monitoring, imaging and more • Treatments • Arrhythmias • Inflammatory and valvular disorders • Degenerative disorders • Vascular disorders • Emergencies and complications ▶ ▶ Offers the broad foundational knowledge needed in cardiovascular care, including: • Cardiovascular anatomy and physiology • Hemodynamic monitoring • Medications • Care of patients with IABP counterpulsations, ICDs, pacemakers and VADs • Assessment and diagnostic testing • Electrocardiogram performance and interpretation • Synchronized cardioversion • Pre- and post-operative care for patients with MIDCAB, CABG and balloon angioplasty

Softbound / ISBN: 978-1-9751-2021-4 / ($50.99(t) / £38.50 / €44.00) World Approx. 340 pp. / 7 x 9 / September 2019

Note to Booksellers: The previous edition published in April 2014 (ISBN: 978-1-4511-8884-4).

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