{"product_id":"adult-gerontology-acute-care-nurse-practitioner-a-case-based-approach-9781975114626","title":"Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner: A Case-Based Approach","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Paula McCauley\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: LWW\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: LWW\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Nursing - Gerontology\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner: A Case-Based Approach\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 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 \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAdult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Upgrade your acute care nursing knowledge and clinical skills, with: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHighly rated, student-approved case-based learning approach\u003c\/b\u003e demonstrates concepts, skills, and patient-based care via real-life care scenarios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNursing experts' views on history and professional issues, including: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA brief history of the acute care nurse practitioner role, skills, and impact on patient outcomes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcute care nurse practitioner as leader, innovator, and nursing systems change agent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcute care nurse practitioner role across the continuum of care -- quality indicators and healthcare payment models \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDemonstration of evidence-based foundational skills\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatient- 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 sensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoosing and interpreting diagnostic tests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHospital care and preventing complications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuilding a strong basis for sound clinical judgment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePsychosocial health - diagnosis and management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManagement 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 management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare of the trauma patient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisaster planning and management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChapter features include: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClinical Pearls \u003c\/b\u003e- Expand on important concepts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKey Points\u003c\/b\u003e - Highlight key characteristics of family- and patient-centered care in different clinical situations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTables\u003c\/b\u003e - Demonstrate clinical steps and procedures, condition risk factors, treatment phases, and more \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase Studies\u003c\/b\u003e - Illustrate actual patient care scenarios and optimal clinical decision-making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEnd-of-\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e Review Questions\u003c\/b\u003e - Multiple choice questions support learning and retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Clinical Editors\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 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.","brand":"Atlantic Books","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46451128369303,"sku":"9781975114626","price":11390.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781975114626.webp?v=1769135845","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/adult-gerontology-acute-care-nurse-practitioner-a-case-based-approach-9781975114626","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}