MSN 6609 & 6610 - Pathophysiology, Pharmacology & Physical Assessment - Master of Science in Nursing Leadership - Subject/Course Guides at Wilmington University Library

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MSN 6609 Advanced Concepts in Pathophysiology and Pharmacology &

MSN 6610 Advanced Physical Assessment for Nurse Leaders

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pathology AND "cancer progression"
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Suggested eBooks

Pathophysiology for Nurses at a Glance by Muralitharan Nair; Ian Peate
ISBN: 9781118746196
Publication Date: 2015-02-05
Everything you need to know about Pathophysiology... at a Glance! From the publishers of the market-leading at a Glance series, and from the authors of the successful Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology textbook comes the ideal revision guide for all the key diseases and conditions that nursing and healthcare students need to be aware of. Combining superb illustrations with accessible and informative text, this book is perfect for all nursing and healthcare students, and anyone who is looking for an overview of pathophysiology. Pathophysiology for Nurses at a Glance covers all the key diseases and disease processes affecting each body system, and key concepts encountered from the start of the pre-registration nursing or healthcare course. Key features: Superbly illustrated, with full colour illustrations throughout Written specifically for nursing and healthcare students with all the information they need Self-assessment questions provided for each chapter Pathophysiology for Nurses at a Glance is ideal for nursing and healthcare students as well as qualified practitioners, providing a comprehensive yet accessible overview of human pathophysiology.
Pathophysiology Made Incredibly Visual! (2016) by Lippincott Williams and Wilkins Staff
Publication Date: 2016, eBook
Know the how and why of common conditions--and assess them accurately--with the newly updated Pathophysiology Made Incredibly Visual, 3rd Edition . Fully illustrated in the popular Made Incredibly Visual style, this essential guide offers easy-to-follow explanations for the causes and mechanisms of numerous common disorders, listing symptoms and indications for each.

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Pharmacology methods
Pharmacology AND lifespan
Special Populations OR Vulnerable Groups
Drug Interaction OR Drug Tolerance

Recommended Journals

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Nursing Assessment AND Head-to-toe

Physical Examination AND Cultural Competence

Nursing Diagnosis AND Patient History

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Recommended eBook

Physical Assessment for Nurses by Carol Cox (Editor)
ISBN: 9781118709740
Publication Date: 2013-03-22
The fully updated second edition of this book continues to take a systematic approach to comprehensive patient assessment. The text explores best practice in history taking and summarises the key clinical skills needed to develop and improve physical examination skills and to competently assess, diagnose, plan and provide care.