Foundations of Nursing : Caring for the Whole Person

This full-color, highly illustrated text for practical and vocational nursing programs includes material for all courses in LPN/LVN programs. Following the nursing process format, topics covered in this comprehensive text include: nursing skills, history and nursing organizations, legal and ethical issues, communication, cultural aspects, human development, health promotion, infection control, homeostasis, health care in the community, medical-surgical nursing, gerontological nursing,mental health and illness, maternal-child nursing, and leadership/work transition. Special boxes highlighting information relating to life cycle considerations, client teaching, home health care, safety, cultural considerations, infection control, and professional tips are found throughout. Supplements Classroom Manager 0-7668-0828-9 Student Study Guide 0-7668-0827-0 - 8 1/2" x 11", 320 pages