Definitive Reference for Critical Care Procedures: AACN’s Gold Standard

The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) presents the gold standard of care for procedures performed in progressive and critical care settings. Edited by Karen L. Johnson, PhD, RN, FAAN, and written by over 100 critical care experts, this comprehensive reference guide is the ultimate resource for healthcare professionals.

Comprehensive Coverage of Critical Care Procedures

This definitive reference covers all procedures commonly performed in progressive and critical care settings, including those performed by advanced practice nurses (APNs). With bulleted lists, tables, and detailed illustrations throughout, you’ll find it easy to reference and follow each procedure.

Step-by-Step Organization for Easy Reference

The book’s straightforward, step-by-step organization uses consistent headings to make following a procedure quick and easy. Rationales for all interventions in patient and family education, assessment, patient preparation, procedure, and monitoring are provided, along with a level of evidence when a research base exists to substantiate an intervention.

New and Updated Features

This new edition features:

• New procedures, new and updated illustrations, and updated content throughout, reflecting the latest evidence-based guidelines and national and international protocols.
• A full-color design with color reference tabs enhancing navigation, plus full-color illustrations reinforcing understanding.
• Integration of key AACN initiatives, such as Practice Alerts, and coordination with the AACN Core Curriculum for Progressive and Critical Care Nursing, 8th Edition.
• Chapter-specific quick-links via QR codes providing quick access to online references, updated and limited to the highest-value sources.

About the Editor and Contributors

This definitive reference was edited by Karen L. Johnson, PhD, RN, FAAN, and written by over 100 critical care experts. The content was extensively reviewed by more than 100 additional critical care experts to ensure accuracy and currency.

Publisher: Elsevier
Publication Date: October 19, 2023
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0323793819
ISBN-13: 978-0323793810