Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner: A Case-Based Approach First, North American Edition

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner: A Case-Based Approach Studying for AGACNP/DNP certification, or looking to strengthen your adult-gerontology acute care skills? Grab the know-how, support, and practical guidance you need, with Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner. This clearly written, evidenced-based guide offers best practices for providing patient- and family-centered care for young adults, older adults, and elderly patients facing complex acute and/or chronic health conditions. From foundational advanced practice knowledge and skills to informed clinical judgment, this is an indispensable reference for preparing for AGACNP/DNP certification, and a clinical road map for all adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioners.    Upgrade your acute care nursing knowledge and clinical skills, with:  Highly rated, student-approved case-based learning approach demonstrates concepts, skills, and patient-based care via real-life care scenariosNursing experts’ views on history and professional issues, including:A brief history of the acute care nurse practitioner role, skills, and impact on patient outcomesAcute care nurse practitioner as leader, innovator, and nursing systems change agentAcute care nurse practitioner role across the continuum of care — quality indicators and healthcare payment models Demonstration of evidence-based foundational skillsPatient- and family-centered care during diagnosis and choosing treatment options — steps for effective communication, responding to emotion, supporting shared decision-making, family engagement, aiding physical comfort and emotional support, learning cultural sensitivityChoosing and interpreting diagnostic testsHospital care and preventing complicationsBuilding a strong basis for sound clinical judgmentPsychosocial health – diagnosis and managementManagement of body systems and functions, including handling emergencies and immediate interventions — hematologic; endocrine; dermatological; ophthalmological; ear, nose and throat; neurological; musculoskeletal; cardiovascular; respiratory; gastrointestinal; genitourinary; and oncologic managementCare of the trauma patientDisaster planning and managementChapter features include:Clinical Pearls – Expand on important conceptsKey Points – Highlight key characteristics of family- and patient-centered care in different clinical situationsTables – Demonstrate clinical steps and procedures, condition risk factors, treatment phases, and more Case Studies – Illustrate actual patient care scenarios and optimal clinical decision-makingEnd-of-Chapter Review Questions – Multiple choice questions support learning and retentionAbout the Clinical Editors   Paula McCauley, DNP, ACNP-BC, CMC, CSC, FAANP, is an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner of Cardiology/Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Connecticut Health Center in Farmington, Connecticut, and Associate Professor at the University of Connecticut School of Nursing in Storrs, Connecticut. She is the former Adult Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Track Director.    Angela Starkweather, PhD, ACNP-BC, CNRN, FAAN, FAANP, is Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the University of Connecticut School of Nursing in Storrs, Connecticut. Read more