Cardiac Surgery Essentials For Critical Care Nursing PDF

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Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing is a comprehensive reference that provides a foundation for all cardiac nurses. It is designed to prepare the nurse who is first learning to care for patients undergoing cardiac surgery. It addresses significant changes in cardiac surgery and the nursing responsibilities to meet the needs of these acutely ill patients. Second, the book provides advanced knowledge and a scientific basis for nurses who have mastered the essential knowledge and skills necessary to care for this patient population who now seek more in-depth knowledge base about advances in this dynamic field and strategies to optimize patient outcomes. The emphasis throughout the book is providing an evidence-based foundation for care of the patient during the vulnerable period immediately following cardiac surgery. It also serves as a study aid for those readers preparing for the AACN's Cardiac Surgery Certification. The book features critical thinking questions, multiple choice self assessment questions, web resources, clinical inquiry boxes, and case studies. The Perfect Study Tool for the AACN Cardiac Surgery Certification!

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• Series: Hardin, Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing
• Paperback: 462 pages
• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning; 1 edition (May 8, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0763757624
• ISBN-13: 978-0763757625
• Product Dimensions: 0.9 x 6.9 x 9.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Cardiac Surgery Essentials For Critical Care Nursing PDF

I've been a nurse for 1.5yrs in the largest CVICU (30 beds, only open hearts) in the state of Wisconsin. We take all the high risk patients that no other hospital will do, so I see the sickest of the sick everyday. Let me start by saying that though I see this stuff everyday, I learned SO MUCH by reading this book. I passed the CCRN test and wanted to further my knowledge by taking the CSC certification test. I looked at A LOT of other books before deciding to buy this one, and it does NOT disappoint!

This book covers about every major topic/problems that happen with Open Heart Surgery. It's published this year, and the references relating to current practice are current (most citations I saw throughout the chapters dating 2006 to present). This book isn't overwhelming, I was able to get through it in a few weeks. I'm kinda a nerd, but I really didn't feel like I was studying when I was reading this because it was truly so interesting and enjoyable. The case studies and questions at the end are very helpful in preparing for the CSC exam.

I passed the CSC exam last week. Even though i have experience and recover hearts everyday, I'm not sure I would have passed without this book. I feel much more knowledgable after reading it, and honestly can see myself looking at patients and the big picture differently. I highly recommend it, it's a great read!

By godfatherRN

I bought this book recently. It is precise,well written and covers all the major aspects of Cardiac Surgery that an RN in this speciality need to know - all in 462 pages. This even has questions and answers at the end of each chapter. I would recommend this book for anyone who are new to Cardiac Surgery field or for those who would need a reference or teaching aid. I am preparing for the AACN's Cardiac Surgery Certification ( CSC ) examination. As you know there are no specific "review books" avaialable for CSC, nor a Q & A book. I found this book extremely useful, with adequate information. Also, the bibliography list is very detailed and helps one to look for more information, including the websites to refer to. Overall, I would give a "Top rating" for the information and price.

If anything to improve, I would suggest a CD with Q & A to review. Also, some more illustrations would help for example, a picture of a Swan Ganz catheter, pictures of different kinds of valves or that of a Balloon pump inflated ( I liked the tables with very important details in each chapter).I understand this would have made the book bulky. I also appreciate the references for further details. Perhaps, the layout could have been better if it was like a "typical Saunders book" Many of us like the details in a short format and not in detail - perhaps a personal choice.. Thank you to the writers - Sonya Hardin and Roberta Kaplow for their contribution to Cardiac Surgery speciality and all nurses in the field. Can you please publish a Q & A book for Cardiac Surgery, Cardiac Medicine( CSC, CMC ) Certification in combination or alone? It would help many of us tremendously.

Well done Amazon, you make it much cheaper than even the major " Nursing organization,with membership". It helps us to own the book and use it much affordably. Thank you.

By Alice