Timby's Fundamentals Nursing Skills and Concepts

Timby's Fundamental Nursing Skills and Concepts, 13th Edition, is the quintessential heart and start of a student's nursing journey to becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse. Tailored to nurture the growth of novice nursing students, this foundational text serves as a beacon of knowledge, guiding students through basic nursing theory and clinical skills acquisition. It also serves as a helpful resource for seasoned nurses seeking to re-enter the field after a hiatus, providing a comprehensive reference for honing essential skills in today's ever-changing healthcare environment. This text is rooted in nursing principles, emphasizing holistic care, compassion, and accountability, offering insights that resonate with educators and students. Moreover, in today's ever-evolving healthcare landscape, this edition has been thoughtfully updated to address the challenges and opportunities facing today's nurses, ensuring relevance and applicability in the classroom and beyond. The 13th edition includes enhancements to enrich both the teaching and learning experience. With updated nursing diagnoses, new next-generation NCLEX-style review questions, and dynamic illustrations to assist visual learners, every facet of the text is crafted to foster understanding and mastery of nursing. - NEW! Next Generation NCLEX-style questions: Added to clinical scenarios to build clinical judgment. - NEW! Combined Gerontological Considerations: Consolidated into a single feature at chapter beginnings, mirroring the format of Timby's Med-Surg 13e. - NEW! Aligned Nursing Diagnoses: Ensure alignment with Lippincott Advisor diagnoses for accuracy and relevance. - NEW! Images: New imagery throughout the text that reflect the use of current nursing technology, including Electronic Health Records (EHR). - Clear Presentation of Skills and Guidelines: Follows a nursing process format for easy understanding, including care planning and documentation. - Step-by-Step Skills Breakdown: Clinical skills presented in detail, ensuring compliance with CDC infection control guidelines. - Practical Nursing Guidelines: Mini-procedures for nursing care and client management, with illustrations for visual learning support. - Client and Family Teaching Boxes: Highlight essential education points for effective communication with clients and families.