Mosby’s Guide to Nursing Diagnosis: A Pocket-Sized Reference for Nursing Professionals

Co-authored by Gail B. Ladwig MSN RN and Betty J. Ackley MSN EdS RN, this compact guide is a must-have for nursing students, educators, and professionals alike. As a concise version of the Nursing Diagnosis Handbook, 10th Edition, it provides quick access to essential information for diagnosing and creating care plans with confidence.

A Comprehensive Guide to NANDA-I Approved Nursing Diagnoses

This 4th edition of Mosby’s Guide to Nursing Diagnosis features the most recent NANDA-I approved nursing diagnoses, covering over 1,300 specific symptoms. It provides a step-by-step guide to creating effective care plans, including:

• Desired outcomes
• Interventions
• Patient teaching

What Sets This Guide Apart

This pocket-sized reference includes:

• Care plans for every NANDA-I approved nursing diagnosis, including pediatric, geriatric, multicultural, home care, client/family teaching, and discharge planning, and safety interventions
• Alphabetical thumb tabs for quick access to specific symptoms and nursing diagnoses
• Pocket-sized portability, making it easy to carry and use in clinicals, classes, or at the bedside

What’s New in the 4th Edition

This updated edition features:

• 4-color text for improved readability
• Updated 2012-2014 NANDA-I-approved nursing diagnoses
• 16 new and 22 revised diagnoses
• Added content on safety, one of QSEN’s six competencies

With 904 pages of comprehensive information, Mosby’s Guide to Nursing Diagnosis is the perfect resource for nursing professionals seeking a reliable and convenient reference.