Aacn Core Curriculum For Progressive And Critical Care Nursing

The AACN Core Curriculum for Progressive and Critical Care Nursing, 9th Edition, offers a comprehensive resource for nurses caring for acutely and critically ill patients. This authoritative guide covers a wide range of essential topics, providing evidence-based information and practical strategies for effective patient management. Key areas include cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, endocrine, gastrointestinal, hematologic, and immunologic systems.

Updated content reflects the latest advancements in critical care, including pain management, nutrition, infection prevention, and patient safety. Chapters delve into specific disease processes, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic interventions. The book emphasizes the importance of interprofessional collaboration and family-centered care. It incorporates the latest guidelines and recommendations from leading critical care organizations.

This edition features enhanced illustrations, tables, and algorithms to improve comprehension and facilitate clinical decision-making. It also includes updated information on pharmacology, hemodynamic monitoring, and mechanical ventilation. The AACN Core Curriculum is an indispensable resource for both novice and experienced nurses seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in progressive and critical care nursing.

Essential for certification preparation, this trusted resource offers a strong foundation in critical care principles and practice.