Craven and Hirnle's Nursing Fundamentals and Procedures Online

This unique, state-of-the-art online resource provides students with the core knowledge needed to master essential nursing fundamentals and procedures. It includes more than 275 basic, intermediate, and advanced procedures in written or video form. The procedures presented match the "Fundamentals of Nursing, Sixth Edition" table of contents. Also, it includes downloadable procedures checklists for use in the nursing skills lab or on the job. Plus, numerous case studies that strengthen students' critical thinking skills by asking them how they would perform procedures, communicate with clients, and manage unexpected outcomes. Plus, additional NCLEX[registered]-style questions allow students to test their mastery of key concepts. Students receive an individualized learning plan based on their results, pointing them towards multimedia materials they need to gain proficiency in procedures and concepts of fundamentals.

Table of Contents:
MODULE 1: HEALTH ASSESSMENT OF HUMAN FUNCTION Health History Nursing Health History Communicating with Difficult Patients Physical Examination Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests: Blood Specimens Analysis of Data MODULE 2: VITAL SIGN ASSESSMENT Temperature Blood Pressure Identifying Korotkoff Sounds Identifying Components of a Blood Pressure Cuff Obtaining Manual Blood Pressure Obtaining Electronic Blood Pressure Assessing for Orthostatic Hypertension Respiration MODULE 3: ASEPSIS AND INFECTION CONTROL Hand Hygiene Sterile Fields Sterile Gloves Personal Protective Equipment MODULE 4: MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION Oral Medications: Preparations Oral Medications: Administration Topical Skin Medications: Lotions, Creams, and Ointments Transdermal Medications Ophthalmic and Otic Medications Nasal Medications Rectal and Vaginal Medications Inhaled Medications Injectable Medications: Preparation Injectable Medications: Administration Intravenous Medications MODULE 5: INTRAVENOUS THERAPY Peripheral Intravenous Therapy Central Venous Access Therapy MODULE 6: PERIOPERATIVE NURSING Preoperative Nursing Care Intraoperative Nursing Care Postoperative Nursing Care MODULE 7: SELF CARE AND HYGIENE Bathing Perineal Care Hair Care Foot and Hand Care Back Massage Oral Care Bedpans Urinals Bedmaking MODULE 8: SAFETY, MOBILITY AND BODY MECHANICS Safety, Body Mechanics, and Mobility Basics Positioning Range of Motion Ambulation Transfers Alignment and Pressure Reduction Safety Restraints Traction MODULE 9: OXYGENATION: RESPIRATORY Assessment of Oxygenation Providing Supplemental Oxygenation Humidifier Therapy Peak Flow Deep Breathing, Splinting, and Coughing Incentive Spirometer Tracheostomy Care Suctioning Secretions From Airways Endotracheal Tube Care Chest Physiotherapy Managing an Obstructed Airway Chest Drainage Systems MODULE 10: OXYGENATION: CARDIOVASCULAR Cardiac Assessment Improving Circulation Central Venous Pressure Management Permanent Pacemaker Care MODULE 11: NUTRITION Nutrition Basics Nutrition Assessment Assistance with Feedings Specialized Nutritional Support MODULE 12: SKIN INTEGRITY, WOUND HEALING, AND THE BODY'S DEFENSE AGAINST INFECTION Wound Care Basics Sterile Dressings Application of Heat Wound Irrigation Wound Drainage Management Diagnostic Tests and Procedures Skin Staples and Clips Sitz Bath MODULE 13: URINARY ELIMINATION Urinary Elimination Basics Terms Used to Describe Urinary Problems Urinary Assessments Condom Catheter Urinary Catheters Stoma Care Crede's Maneuver MODULE 14: BOWEL ELIMINATION Stool Assessment Enema Rectal Tube Nasogastric Tube Fecal Impaction Removal Ostomy Care MODULE 15: PAIN PERCEPTION; SENSORY PERCEPTION; COGNITIVE FUNCTION Pain Management Sensory Perception Cognitive Function