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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

Licensed Practical / Vocational Nursing (LPN/LVN)

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