Real-World Nursing Survival Guide: Pathophysiology

Real-World Nursing Survival Guide: Pathophysiology by Kathleen Jo Gutierrez. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780721690469.

Real World Nursing Survival Guide: Pathophysiology is a study and review aid for nursing students struggling with the complex area of pathophysiology. This guide offers a visual, interactive approach that clearly and engagingly explains topics such as a conditions at risk population, pathogenesis, causes, modifiable and nonmodifiable risk factors, clinical manifestations, prognosis, and treatment modalities, as well as the nurses responsibilities to educate the patient. The first section of the book presents content in an illustrated multi-modal approach that explains key concepts and reviews topics with a range of engaging learning activities. The last section contains 150 NCLEX review questions with answers and rationales for both correct and incorrect answers. Narrows the gap between the facts learned in school and the wisdom that nurses need to survive in the real world Consistent headings divide information into manageable units and reinforce a logical learning strategy Boxed Take Home Points offer succinct points of advice that reflect years of nursing experience