Build a solid knowledge base in hemodynamic nursing skills, with the
newly updated Hemodynamic Monitoring Made Incredibly Visual!(R), 4th
Edition.
Full of colorful images that illustrate monitoring concepts and
processes, this concise, enjoyable guide sorts through the complexities
of hemodynamics and clarifies them in easy-to-follow ways. Grasp the
structures and functions of pulmonary and cardiac systems and the vital
skills of hemodynamics, with this vital reference--a must-have for all
nursing students, new nurses, and nurses returning to critical care.
Get clear, concise direction on the concepts, devices, and nursing
skills used in hemodynamic monitoring:
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NEW and updated content, photos and graphics that demonstrate
nursing skills and responsibilities
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Hundreds of colorful images that guide you through the ins and outs
of hemodynamics - detailed photos, diagrams, charts and other visual
aids that clarify cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology
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Illustrates vital practice issues, such as how to confirm the
lungs are getting enough oxygen, and how well the heart is pumping --
explains and reinforces key concepts in easy-to-remember ways
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Explains the fundamentals and current best practices in
hemodynamic monitoring in easy-to-retain terms
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Ideal for visual learners -images demonstrate step-by-step, expert
guidance on monitoring skills, physiology and devices:
- Understanding cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology
- Understanding a pressure monitoring system
- Vascular access
- Pressure monitoring - arterial, central venous, and pulmonary artery
pressure monitoring
- Cardiac output monitoring
- Tissue oxygenation monitoring
- Minimally invasive hemodynamic monitoring
- Circulatory assist devices
- Step-by-step guidance on thermodilution methods, analyzing
thermodilution curves, measuring cardiac function and output,
maintaining artery catheters, and more
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Ideal on-the-spot reference and review for nursing students
and new nurses - addresses the physiology behind each learning
objective and provides vital nursing considerations
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Chapter features:
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On the level - defines normal and abnormal pressure readings
for different patient conditions
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Q&A - illustrated riddles, diagrams, and questions and answers
at the end of each chapter that help you fully integrate new
knowledge
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Matchmaker - matching terms and conditions to their correct
definition
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Memory board - learning aids and memory cues that help you
retain important definitions and processes
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Ride the wave - explains the actions of waveforms, including
how to recognize abnormal waveforms
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"Nurse Joy and Jake" - expert insights and encouraging advice
About the Clinical Editor
Rose Knapp, DNP, RN, APN-BC, is an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, and
Associate Graduate Faculty and MSN Program Director/APN Program
Coordinator at the Marjorie K. Unterberg School of Nursing and Health
Studies at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, New Jersey
