Success in Practical/Vocational Nursing: From Student to Leader, 7th Edition

Success in Practical/Vocational Nursing: From Student to Leader, 7th Edition

<p>Part of the <i>LPN Threads</i> series, <b>Success in Practical/Vocational Nursing: From Student to Leader, 7<SUP>th</SUP> Edition</b> helps you develop the practical knowledge and problem-solving skills you need for a successful career as an LPN/LVN. This edition features up-to-date content that is logically organized with concepts that build on each other as you progress through the material.</p><ul><b><li>1-2-3-approach</b> walks you through the steps of what you need to do and how to do it. </li><li><b>A separate chapter on critical thinking and plentiful critical thinking exercises </b>encourage you to apply your knowledge to solve problems in both academic and personal situations.</li><li><b>Coverage of Medicare</b> helps you understand the costs of managed care, especially in long-term settings for older adults, and how it affects LPN/LVN practice and patients.</li><li><b><i>Keep In Mind</i> boxes</b> prompt you to consider the underlying theme as you read the chapter.</li></ul><ul><b><li>New <i>Research and Evidence Based Practice</i> chapter</b> addresses topics commonly encountered in LPN/LVN practice.</li><li><b>New technology content</b> helps you understand the role of simulation in nursing education and the proper etiquette for using electronic devices.</li><li>Content reflects the concepts contained in the most current <b>NCLEX-PN test plan.</b></li><li><b><i>Professional Pointers</b></i> throughout the text offer valuable advice on expectations in the professional arena during and after nursing school.</li><li><b>Revised chapter on <i>Health Care Systems</b></i> reflects the implementation of dramatic changes.</li><li><b>Updated nutrition and dietary information</b> includes new MyPlate information.</li><li><b>The latest protocols from the NAPNES,</b> including student confidentiality, keeps you updated on your national association's practice standards.</li><li><b>Revised, updated, and expanded culture content</b> allows you to provide culturally sensitive care.</li></ul>