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Diseases and Disorders is a "must have" reference for every nurse. With complete coverage of more than 250 medical conditions encountered in nursing practice, you can quickly access the information you need to effectively plan and deliver patient care. Practical recommendations are supported by concise descriptions of how the human body is altered by disease and clear rationales for medications and tests. Comprehensive coverage includes everything from assessment and nursing diagnosis, to delivery of treatment and discharge planning. Diseases and Disorders is an excellent reference for nurses working in community and clinical settings and students transitioning from the classroom to patient care.

Unbound Medicine’s easy-to-read format allows you to access the information you need in a matter of seconds. Simply select a disorder from comprehensive indexes and quickly navigate through causes; genetic considerations; gender, ethnic/racial and life span considerations; assessment; diagnosis; planning; documentation; and discharge guidelines.

New to this Edition:

• Updated gender and life span considerations
• New information on celiact disease, HPV, and eczema
• New global considerations
• Updated Diagnosis Related Groups (DRGs)