Cardiothoracic Surgical Nursing: Current Trends in Adult Care

Brand: Wiley-Blackwell

Author: Margereson, Carl

Edition: 1

Features:

• Used Book in Good Condition

Number Of Pages: 248

EAN: 9780632059041

Release Date: 01-01-2009

Languages: English

Binding: paperback

Package Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.6 x 0.7 inches

Details: Cardiothoracic nursing has undergone great change over the last decade. With the continuing improvement of surgical techniques, pharmacology and pre- and post-operative care, there have been many new initiatives and innovations in the nature and practice of this specialised sector of nursing. Rehabilitation and patient education are to name but a few of the areas where exciting new challenges and opportunities for cardiothoracic nurses have opened up.
This book is a definitive and accessible text for cardiothoracic nurses. Written for nurses from a nursing perspective, it offers practical advice and information on all aspects of cardiothoracic surgical nursing and pays particular attention to the continuing developments cardiothoracic nurses must face.