This truly unique, bestselling review and preparation resource offers the perfect combination of core content review, practice questions with comprehensive rationales, and detailed test-taking strategies and tips. Throughout the book, you'll find Linda Silvestri's hallmark Pyramid to Success learning features, which highlight key information, and more than 1,000 high-quality review questions that mirror the latest NCLEX-PN® test plan. The companion CD contains all of the questions from the book, plus over 2,600 additional practice questions in a flexible electronic format that allows you to customize your study experience and focus on those areas you need to review the most.Twelve pharmacology chapters, a medication and intravenous calculation chapter, and a pediatric medication administration chapter prepare you for the increase in pharmacology questions on the exam. 3,700 practice questions in the text and companion CD provide ample testing practice in both print and electronic format. Covers all types of alternate item format questions, including prioritizing, decision-making, and critical thinking to help you prepare for this crucial component of the exam. UNIQUE! The companion CD offers 3,700 practice questions that you can answer in both a study mode and an exam mode, as well as the option to answer only alternate item format questions or focus on questions in a specific area of nursing content, client needs, nursing process, or cognitive level. UNIQUE! Linda Silvestri's hallmark test-taking strategies for each question offer important clues for analyzing and uncovering the correct answer option. UNIQUE! Page references to Mosby or Saunders textbooks provide specific resources for further study and self-remediation. Each question is categorized by cognitive level, client needs area, integrated process, and clinical content area to allow you to focus on your area of weakness. Pyramid Terms at the beginning of each chapter give you a quick preview of key content. Pyramid Points throughout the content outlines highlight content that typically appears on the exam. Pyramid to Success sections at the beginning of each chapter or major unit of the book provide an overview of the chapter, guidance and direction regarding the focus of review in each content area, and its relative importance to the most recent NCLEX-PN® text plan. A comprehensive exam in the text features 85 questions related to all content areas and parallels the percentages identified in the NCLEX-PN® test plan. Completely updated content reflects the April 2008 NCLEX-PN® test plan, so you can be sure you're using the most current information to prepare for the exam. A user-friendly, 2-color design helps you focus your studying on the most important information. Additional illustrations visually demonstrate key concepts to help improve your retention and recall for the exam. Audio questions on heart and lung sounds familiarize you with this anticipated new type of alternate item format question.

This guide presents focused and effective strategies for passing the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical (or Vocational) Nurses (NCLEX-PN) – now it features access to Kaplan’s top tutors, online NCLEX-PN Question Bank, and downloadable procedure checklists.  The Kaplan NCLEX-PN includes:* A practice test based on the most up-to-date information with detailed answer explanations* Information on the exam’s content and structure* Access to Kaplan’s NCLEX-PN 20-item Question Bank* A free sample of Kaplan’s store of thousands of online practice questions* Downloadable procedure checklists* Access to a Live Online event with a top Kaplan tutor* Downloadable portable eBook version free from the Kaplan Online Companion.Those taking the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical (or Vocational) Nurse Exam will find all of the information needed to guarantee a successful completion of this vital exam.   The leader in the NCLEX test prep category, Kaplan was the first to market and offer the most proven strategies including the hardest questions and guarantees that readers will pass using this guide; competitors do not.

Part of the popular LPN Threads series, Introduction to Maternity&Pediatric Nursing provides a solid foundation in obstetrics and pediatric nursing. An easy-to-follow organization by developmental stages, discussion of disorders by body system from simple-to-complex and health-to-illness, and a focus on family health make it a complete guide to caring for maternity and pediatric patients. Written in a clear, concise style by Gloria Leifer, MA, RN, this edition reflects the current NCLEX® test plan with additional material on safety, health promotion, nutrition, and related psychosocial care.Cultural Considerations boxes and a Cultural Assessment Data Collection Tool help in developing individualized plans of care.Updated health promotion content includes Health Promotion boxes focusing on preventive strategies for achieving prenatal wellness, health during pregnancy, postnatal health, and pediatric illness prevention and wellness -- including the complete immunization schedules for all ages.Nursing Tips provide information applying to the clinical setting.Objectives are listed in each chapter opener.Key terms include phonetic pronunciations and text page references at the beginning of each chapter. Nursing Care Plans with critical thinking questions help you understand how a care plan is developed, how to evaluate care of a patient, and how to apply critical thinking skills.A companion Evolve website includes animations, videos, answers to review questions and answer guidelines for critical thinking questions, an English/Spanish audio glossary, critical thinking case studies, and additional review questions for the NCLEX examination.Get Ready for the NCLEX®Examination! sections at the end of each chapter help you prepare for classroom tests and the NCLEX examination.Increased focus on safety helps you prepare for safe nursing practice, with:Safety Alert! boxes based on The Joint Commission's 2009/2010 National Patient Safety GoalsMedication Safety Alert! boxes highlighting serious and potentially fatal medication errors in infants and childrenNew information on determining pediatric dosages and a discussion of the Pedislide systemNew skills include step-by-step instructions for:Bathing the NewbornAssessing the Length and Height of Infants and ChildrenCalculating BMIRemoval of a Peripheral Intravenous Catheter Using the Peak FlowmeterUsing a Metered-Dose InhalerUpdated, vibrant full-color design highlights key information and enhances your understanding of important concepts.Updated nutrition content compares commercially available infant formulas and discusses organic, natural, and dietetic foods.Nutrition Considerations boxes cover prenatal care, nutritional issues during infancy, and the crisis in childhood obesity.Memory Jogger boxes help you remember important material with mnemonics, tips, and tricks.An updated glossary is available in the textbook, as well as on the companion Evolve website.

CD features 5 practice exams   “I studied nothing but your material for two weeks until I felt prepared to take the NCLEX®. Studying your material gave me the confidence I needed to pass!” —Rayena Thorne, nursing student at Wallace State        •    Covers exactly what you need to know to score higher on your NCLEX-PN® exam.      •    Includes 1,000 sample test questions to help you determine whether you’re ready to take the actual exam.      •    Our popular Cram Sheet tearcard helps you remember key concepts and facts.      •    Use our innovative Quick Check Answer Key System™ to quickly find answers as you work your way through the questions.   Written by Leading Nursing Experts!   Wilda Rinehart has R.N., B.S.N., M.S.N., F.N.C., and F.P.N.P. degrees. Her experience includes staff nurse in surgery, labor and delivery; public-health nurse; and family-planning nurse practitioner. She also was an instructor of surgical and obstetrical nursing.   Diann Sloan has R.N., B.S.N., M.S.N., F.N.C., as well as MS. Ed. and Ph.D. in Education degrees. She has worked as a staff nurse in surgical nursing, pediatrics, and neonatal intensive care and as a pediatric nurse clinician. She has also been an instructor of pediatric and psychiatric nursing.   Clara Hurd has R.N. and M.S.N. degrees and is certified in nursing education. She has worked with Pearson as a consultant on item writing. She has 31 years of experience and has worked as a staff nurse in medical-surgical nursing and the surgical intensive care unit. Ms. Hurd has taught in associate and baccalaureate nursing programs.   Score Higher on the NCLEX-PN® Exam!   The CD features innovative testing software, giving you an effective tool to assess your readiness for the NCLEX-PN® exam. Key features include:      •    All 1,000 questions in this book are included on the CD      •    Multiple test modes, questions that simulate an actual PN exam, and detailed answer explanations   System Requirements:      •    Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Vista, or Microsoft Windows 7      •    Pentium class 1GHz processor (or equivalent)      •    256MB RAM      •    30MB Hard Drive Space   Category: Test Preparation and ReviewCovers: Nursing   NCLEX-PN® is a registered trademark of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. (NCSBN), which does not sponsor or endorse this product.      

Now you can learn and master anatomy with ease, while having fun, through the unique approach of Netter's Anatomy Coloring Book, by John T. Hansen, PhD. Using this interactive coloring workbook, you can trace arteries, veins, and nerves through their courses and bifurcations...reinforce your understanding of muscle origins and insertions from multiple views and dissection layers...and develop a better understanding of the integration of individual organs in the workings of each body system throughout the human form. Online access to Student Consult-where you'll find the complete contents of the book and much more-further enhances your study and exponentially boosts your reference power. Whether you are taking an anatomy course or just curious about how the body works, let the art of Netter guide you!Provides multiple views, magnifications, and dissection layers that strengthen your understanding of 3-D anatomical relationships. Presents each topic in two-page spreads-with Netter anatomical illustrations accompanied by high-yield information-that gives context to the structures.Features illustrations small enough for quick coloring, but large enough to provide you with important details. Offers tips for coloring key structures that emphasize how a coloring exercise can reinforce learning.Uses Key Points to cover functional and clinical relevance and relationships. Contains tables that review muscle attachments, innervation, action, and blood supply.Features Clinical Notes which highlight the importance of anatomy in medicine.Includes online access to Student Consult where you can search the complete contents of the book, print additional copies of the coloring pages, view completed coloring pages for reference, access Integration Links to bonus content in other Student Consult titles...and much more...to further enhance your study and exponentially boost your reference power.

Health, Safety and Nutrition for the Young Child, 5th Edition provides students with a comprehensive and time-tested guide relative to the critical issues of the health, safety and nutrition of young children. It includes a wealth of practical information and resources for the student as well as the experienced early childhood educator, caregiver and parent. The text stresses the important role early childhood educators play in promoting good health and life-long healthy attitudes and practices for children. It also focuses on guiding children's educational experiences and provides strategies for creating safe and healthy environments. Several new features have been added to expand the student's understanding of basic concepts and their contemporary application. Information on such subjects as SIDS, HIV/AIDS, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and otitis media has been expanded in this new edition. The text also includes a comprehensive overview of basic nutrition designed to help students and teachers better understand the critical value of good nutrition.

The 4th Edition of this groundbreaking textbook continues to teach the "why" of medical-surgical nursing more effectively than any other resource in the field. It presents complex issues in a clear and easy-to-understand manner that encourages students to think critically while applying theory to clinical practice. New chapters, new features, and new content fill the pages from cover to cover while a bonus CD-ROM in every book and a wealth of resources online at DavisPlus create a true multimedia learning experience. Rely on the Study Guide (sold separately) to master the principles, concepts, and skills that are the foundation of a nursing education. Each chapter corresponds to a chapter in the textbook and features vocabulary exercises, connection and critical-thinking question and documentation exercises.

Now part of the popular LPN Threads series, this market-leading text helps students develop the practical knowledge and problem-solving skills they need for a successful career as an LPN/LVN. It uses an engaging "1-2-3 approach" that describes what needs to be done in a situation as well as how to do it. Questions, quizzes, and self-assessments encourage active participation and critical thinking, while serving as practical and efficient aids to learning. Coverage of leadership and management has been substantially increased in this edition.Plentiful Critical Thinking Exercises encourage problem-solving for both academic and interpersonal situations.Learning Exercises related to chapter content challenge students to imagine, visualize, and think outside the box.A separate chapter on learning strategies for the adult student includes research on right-brain/left-brain learning and suggestions for time management.Leadership Activities and Management Tools provide practical instructions, resources, and opportunities to practice and apply leadership and management skills using a variety of methods.Leadership Hints and Management Hints offer helpful tips to follow and remember when in a leadership or management situation. Communication content explains three-way communication - verbal, nonverbal, and affective - and how all three ways of communicating can affect patient-nurse interactions.Up-to-date information on distance learning and the Internet as a component of returning education covers online resources, study groups, and computer-aided instruction and simulations.A chapter on the NCLEX-PN® Exam (Chapter 22) offers tips for taking the exam.Provides basic information on Nursing Interventions Classifications (NIC) and Nursing Outcomes Classifications (NOC), promoting awareness and recognition of how these nursing languages are used.Health care settings and costs of managed care are addressed, including current trends in employment opportunities for LPN/LVNs and career alternatives beyond the hospital setting.Full-color LPN Threads design - with objectives, key terms, key points, review questions, references and suggested readings, and more - makes this accessible, reader-friendly book even easier to use.NCLEX-PN Test Plan Comparison maps content from the text with the current test plan.A new chapter on Critical Thinking for Clinical Competence (chapter 6) addresses critical thinking as it applies to the LPN/LVN.A new chapter on Personal Health Promotion (chapter 10) discusses stress management and burnout, nutrition and exercise, the impaired nurse, and codependency. Material on ethics and legal issues has been separated into two chapters: Ethics Applied to Nursing (chapter 19) and Nursing and the Law (chapter 20). More cultural content discusses culturally diverse patients and the appropriate nursing responses, including added content on Islam.New information on the newly passed Medicare bill describes the many changes that affect health care and the older adult population.

This core text offers LPN/LVN students a clear, concise introduction to pharmacology, focusing on basic principles and the nurse's responsibility in drug administration. Organized by body system, the book examines pharmacologic properties and therapeutic applications of drug classes. Summary Drug Tables present generic and trade drug names, uses, adverse reactions, and usual dosage ranges. This edition has thoroughly updated drug information, a new "Pharmacology in Practice" case study feature, Nursing Alerts, Lifespan Alerts, Chronic Care Alerts, Diversity Alerts, and additional material on the nursing process. A bound-in CD-ROM and a companion Website include an NCLEX® alternate item format tutorial, a Spanish-English audio glossary, monographs on 100 most commonly prescribed drugs, Listen and Learn, Concepts in Action animations, Watch and Learn video clips, and dosage calculation quizzes, plus the full text online.

REA’s NCLEX-PN Flashcards Are Indispensable!  Hundreds of Must-Study Questions and Answers!  REA’s Interactive Flashcard® book for the NCLEX-PN exam helps nursing students check their test-readiness before taking this all-important exam. Our flashcard book is the perfect on-the-go study supplement and offers a quick and convenient way to practice answering questions. Written by an experienced RN, these flashcards give students full scenarios to evaluate in a multiple-choice format, just like the actual test.  This recommended study aid contains more than 350 must-study questions that cover all official test categories found on the NCLEX, with detailed explanations of answers. The book also provides fascinating fun facts about the medical/nursing profession and its history.  Unlike most flashcards that come loose in a box, our flashcards are bound in an organized, compact book that makes studying a breeze. Nursing students can write their answer on the front of the card, and then compare it to the answer on the back of the card. This concise question and answer format makes it easy to find the right answer, and we even give details explaining why the answer is correct. Fully indexed for smarter study, this book is the perfect way to study for the NCLEX-PN exam!