Easy-to-follow reading level and text organization presents information from simple to most complex. "

Think Critically" boxeshelp you synthesize information and apply concepts beyond the scope of the chapter.

Cultural Considerationsrelated to biocultural variations as well as health promotion for specific ethnic groups demonstrate how to provide culturally competent care. "

Elder Care Points"highlight changes that occur with aging and how they affect nursing care. "

Home Care" boxeshighlight the necessary adaptations of nursing skills and techniques for the patient in the home care setting. NEW! Rationales for NCLEX review questions at the end of each chapter help you understand why your choices were correct or incorrect. NEW! Full text reviewsby experts in the field offer consistency and ease understanding as you progress through the book. NEW! Evolve margin icons denote supplemental material for students on Evolve. NEW! Evidence Based Practice margin icons point out the most current and evidence based information. NEW! In depth discussion of theQuality and Safety Education for Nurses(QSEN) within the text provides the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to continuously improve the quality and safety of the healthcare systems."