EBOOK: Nursing the Acutely ill Adult: Case Book (UK Higher Education OUP Humanities & Social Sciences Health & Social Welfare)

The complexity of caring for patients who become acutely ill or have deteriorated can be a daunting challenge for nurses. Part of a case book series, this accessible book contains 17 in-depth case studies relating to care of the acutely ill adult. The cases combine pathophysiology, pharmacology and nursing care in realistic clinical settings, providing an engaging resource for nursing students taking acute care modules. This handy book: Follows a step-by-step question and answer format Facilitates the application of theory to practice through the use of clinical case studies Considers the most common acute illness scenarios that are frequently encountered by practitioners Integrates knowledge of pathological processes, applied pharmacology and related nursing implications to acute illness Nursing the Acutely Ill Adult: Case Book offers a unique way of relating theory to practice, making it key reading for undergraduate nursing students. It will also be beneficial to students in areas such as intensive care as well as nurse educators looking for a way to bridge the gap between the classroom and clinical practice. Contributors: Patrick Gallagher, Niall McKenna, Billie Joan Rice 'Nursing the Acutely ill Adult is a comprehensive text ... Each chapter draws on the clinical and academic expertise of the author and follows a structured approach that explores the case problems, altered physiology and nursing interventions and care.It is an ideal reference resource for nurses who wish to reflect and explore the evidence base underpinning the complexities of nursing acutely ill adults.'Alison Eddleston, Senior Lecturer Acute, Operative and Critical Care, School of Health, University of Central Lancashire, UK'This informative case-based book encourages the reader to critically consider the assessment and care needed by acutely ill adult patients with a variety of underlying conditions. Nursing and other healthcare students ... should find that the book helps with the development of an integrated mindset and evidence-based decision making.'Janice Christie, Senior Lecturer in Public Health and Primary Care, City University London, UK'The book will enable practitioners to approach the assessment of patients with a range of acute conditions in a structured manner. The case scenarios are very realistic and there are good explanations of underlying patho-physiology. There is also a well structured explanation of investigations and priority interventions ... This book will enable the development of expertise in assessment and prioritising of care in a range of settings.'Laurence Leonard, Senior Lecturer, Kingston University and St George's, University of London, UKThe complexity of caring for patients who become acutely ill or have deteriorated can be a daunting challenge for nurses. Part of a case book series, this accessible book contains 17 in-depth case studies relating to care of the acutely ill adult. The cases combine pathophysiology, pharmacology and nursing care in realistic clinical settings, providing an engaging resource for nursing students taking acute care modules.This handy book:Follows a step-by-step question and answer format Facilitates the application of theory to practice through the use of clinical case studiesConsiders the most common acute illness scenarios that are frequently encountered by practitionersIntegrates knowledge of pathological processes, applied pharmacology and related nursing implications to acute illnessNursing the Acutely Ill Adult: Case Book offers a unique way of relating theory to practice, making it key reading for undergraduate nursing students. It will also be beneficial to students in areas such as intensive care as well as nurse educators looking for a way to bridge the gap between the classroom and clinical practice.Contributors: Patrick Gallagher, Niall McKenna, Billie Joan Rice. "The complexity of caring for patients who become acutely ill or have deteriorated can be a daunting challenge for nurses. Part of a case book series, this accessible book contains 17 in-depth case studies relating to care of the acutely ill adult. The cases combine pathophysiology, pharmacology and nursing care in realistic clinical settings, providing an engaging resource for nursing students taking acute care modules. This handy book: Follows a step-by-step question and answer format; Facilitates the application of theory to practice through the use of clinical case studies; Considers the most common acute illness scenarios that are frequently encountered by practitioners; Integrates knowledge of pathological processes, applied pharmacology and related nursing implications to acute illness. Nursing the Acutely Ill Adult: Case Book offers a unique way of relating theory to practice, making it key reading for undergraduate nursing students. It will also be beneficial to students in areas such as intensive care as well as nurse educators looking for a way to bridge the gap between the classroom and clinical practice."--Publisher's description Content: Half title Case Book Series Title Copyright Praise for this book Contents List of figures List of tables Notes on contributors List of abbreviations Introduction PART 1 -- Cardiovascular System CASE STUDY 1 -- Acute coronary syndrome CASE STUDY 2 -- Acute heart failure PART 2 -- Respiratory System CASE STUDY 3 -- Acute exacerbation of asthma CASE STUDY 4 -- Acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease CASE STUDY 5 -- Pulmonary embolism PART 3 -- Renal System CASE STUDY 6 -- Acute kidney injury PART 4 -- Neurological System CASE STUDY 7 -- Head injury. CASE STUDY 8 -- Acute strokeCASE STUDY 9 -- Status epilepticus PART 5 -- Digestive System CASE STUDY 10 -- Acute abdomen CASE STUDY 11 -- Acute pancreatitis PART 6 -- Endocrine System CASE STUDY 12 -- Diabetic ketoacidosis PART 7 -- Musculoskeletal System CASE STUDY 13 -- Acute trauma -- fracture PART 8 -- Multiple Interacting Systems CASE STUDY 14 -- Shock: hypovolaemic CASE STUDY 15 -- Shock: sepsis CASE STUDY 16 -- Shock: anaphylactic CASE STUDY 17 -- Burns Index Adverts. The complexity of caring for patients who become acutely ill or have deteriorated can be a daunting challenge for nurses. This book contains 17 in-depth case studies relating to care of the acutely ill adult. It includes cases that combine pathophysiology, pharmacology and nursing care in realistic clinical settings. This title is tailored around a case study approach to teaching and learning which is becoming much more widespread in schools of nursing. It comprises of a number of case studies which focus on the care of the acutely ill adult