Core Curriculum For Transplant Nurses Paperback

Core Curriculum for Transplant Nurses is an essential resource for nurses specializing in transplantation. This comprehensive guide provides a detailed overview of the field, covering all aspects of pre- and post-transplant care.

Explore solid organ and bone marrow transplantation, including detailed discussions of immunological principles. Delve into the intricacies of recipient selection, donor management, surgical procedures, and potential complications. Gain insight into immunosuppression strategies and long-term patient management, covering psychosocial considerations, ethical dilemmas, and quality of life issues.

Specifically designed to equip nurses with the knowledge and skills needed to provide optimal care to transplant patients, covering topics such as: the history of organ transplantation, legal and ethical issues in transplantation, donor and recipient evaluation, and the pathophysiology of organ failure. Examine the nursing management of transplant recipients, including pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care, as well as long-term follow-up.

This curriculum also addresses specific issues related to different types of organ transplants, such as kidney, liver, heart, lung, pancreas, and small bowel transplants. Each chapter includes learning objectives, key concepts, and review questions to facilitate learning.