Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing

by Corinne Kurzen, Anna LaVon Barrett

Overview

Developed specifically for the LPN/LVN student, Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing delivers a basic introduction to the nursing profession with an emphasis on lifelong learning, leadership skills and career planning to help students develop the practical knowledge and problem-solving skills for success. The updated 9th Edition of this versatile text reflects the latest evidence-based coverage of the LPN/LVN professions and equips student nurses with the clinical judgment capabilities essential to an effective career in today’s nursing workforce.  

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781975136222
Publisher:	Wolters Kluwer Health
Publication date:	12/26/2019
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	402
File size:	45 MB
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Table of Contents

Unit 1 Getting Started 1

1 Adjusting to Student Life 3

2 The Student Nurse as a Person 37

3 Communication Skills 59

4 Education for Nursing 79

5 The NCLEX-PN® 101

Unit 2 Understanding Your Profession 113

6 Nursing From Past to Present 115

7 The Health Care System 135

8 The Health Care Team 159

9 Theory, Culture, and Diversity in Nursing Care 177

Unit 3 Preparing for Successful Practice 209

10 Ethical Issues in Health Care 211

11 Legally Responsible Nursing Practice 231

12 Leadership and Followership Skills 251

13 Management Skills 267

Unit 4 Moving Forward 287

14 Beginning Your Nursing Career 289

15 Challenges in the Workplace 319

16 Current Issues and Future Concerns 341

Appendices

A Essential Online Resources for Practical and Vocational Nursing Students 371

B NALPN Nursing Practice Standards for the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse 377

C National Association for Practical Nurse Education and Service Standards of Practice and Educational Competencies of Graduates of Practical/Vocational Nursing Programs 381

D Complementary Health Approaches: A Dictionary of Terms 385

Index 389