Nursing: A Concept-Based Approach to Learning, Volume 1, 3rd edition
Published by Pearson (September 18, 2020) © 2019

Title overview

For courses in concept-based nursing.

#1 curriculum choice for concept-based schools of nursing

Nursing: A Concept-Based Approach to Learning is the only true concepts curriculum built from the ground up as a comprehensive, cohesive learning system. This 3-volume series provides all the nursing curriculum content and materials needed to develop practice-ready nurses. Its pedagogy fosters a deep comprehension of connections between concepts, with broad applications.

Volume I focuses on 21 biophysical concepts, including their normal function, interrelationships, and alterations across the lifespan. The 3rd Edition is a significant revision bringing the text in line with new evidence-based practice, care and safety guidelines.

Hallmark features of this title

Only true concept-based solution

  • Students use clinical reasoning by focusing on concepts over memorization.
  • ENHANCED: “Concepts Related to” section demonstrates the relationship between concepts so students learn to think holistically about patient care.

Everything you need: all concepts, exemplars and assessment tools

  • 51 concepts (Vol. I & II) cover biophysical (Vol. I), psychosocial, reproductive, nursing and healthcare domains (Vol. II).
  • Exemplars illustrate concepts. They reflect prevalence rates and demonstrate typical alterations and standards of care.

Learning aids

  • All concepts and exemplars are presented in the same framework to clarify connections between concepts.
  • A review section after each concept and exemplar includes questions and a case study.

New and updated features of this title

Alignment with current medical guidelines and evidence-based practices

  • NEW (Vol. I): Five new or expanded exemplars were added to Volume I: cystic fibrosis, sexual dysfunction, traumatic brain injury, type 1 diabetes mellitus and type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  • NEW (Vol. II): Four new or expanded exemplars were added to Volume II: delirium, environmental quality, nurse safety and patient safety.
  • NEW: New sections gather all lifespan-specific content into one section, with subsections covering infants, children and adolescents, pregnant women and older adults.
  • NEW: New sections on health promotion cover modifiable risk factors, general health information to share with patients, and care in the community.

An improved experience for both you and your students

  • NEW: Learning outcomes are restructured and rewritten across the series. Learning and enabling objectives linked to measurable outcomes appear at the start of every main section.
  • EXPANDED: Some concepts were revised in response to requests by instructors, resulting in a comprehensive set of concepts covering the essentials of nursing education.

Table of contents

PART 1: BIOPHYSICAL MODULES

  • Module 1: Acid - Base Balance
    • The Concept of Acid - Base Balance
    • 1.A Metabolic Acidosis
    • 1.B Metabolic Alkalosis
    • 1.C Respiratory Acidosis
    • 1.D Respiratory Alkalosis
  • Module 2: Cellular Regulation
    • The Concept of Cellular Regulation
    • 2.A Cancer
    • 2.B Anemia
    • 2.C Breast Cancer
    • 2.D Colorectal Cancer
    • 2.E Leukemia
    • 2.F Lung Cancer
    • 2.G Prostate Cancer
    • 2.H Sickle Cell Disease
    • 2.I Skin Cancer
  • Module 3: Comfort
    • The Concept of Comfort
    • 3.A Acute and Chronic Pain
    • 3.B End-of-Life Care
    • 3.C Fatigue
    • 3.D Fibromyalgia
    • 3.E Sleep - Rest Disorders
  • Module 4: Digestion
    • The Concept of Digestion
    • 4.A Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
    • 4.B Hepatitis
    • 4.C Malabsorption Disorders
    • 4.D Pancreatitis
    • 4.E Pyloric Stenosis
  • Module 5: Elimination
    • The Concept of Elimination
    • 5.A Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
    • 5.B Bladder Incontinence and Retention
    • 5.C Bowel Incontinence, Constipation, and Impaction
    • 5.D Urinary Calculi
  • Module 6: Fluids and Electrolytes
    • The Concept of Fluids and Electrolytes
    • 6.A Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalance
    • 6.B Acute Kidney Injury
    • 6.C Chronic Kidney Disease
  • Module 7: Health, Wellness, Illness, and Injury
    • The Concept of Health, Wellness, Illness, and Injury
    • 7.A Physical Fitness and Exercise
    • 7.B Oral Health
    • 7.C Normal Sleep - Rest Patterns
  • Module 8: Immunity
    • The Concept of Immunity
    • 8.A HIV/AIDS
    • 8.B Hypersensitivity
    • 8.C Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • 8.D Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
  • Module 9: Infection
    • The Concept of Infection
    • 9.A Cellulitis
    • 9.B Conjunctivitis
    • 9.C Influenza
    • 9.D Otitis Media
    • 9.E Pneumonia
    • 9.F Sepsis
    • 9.G Tuberculosis
    • 9.H Urinary Tract Infection
  • Module 10: Inflammation
    • The Concept of Inflammation
    • 10.A Appendicitis
    • 10.B Gallbladder Disease
    • 10.C Inflammatory Bowel Disease
    • 10.D Nephritis
    • 10.E Peptic Ulcer Disease
  • Module 11: Intracranial Regulation
    • The Concept of Intracranial Regulation
    • 11.A Increased Intracranial Pressure
    • 11.B Seizure Disorders
    • 11.C Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Module 12: Metabolism
    • The Concept of Metabolism
    • 12.A Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
    • 12.B Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • 12.C Liver Disease
    • 12.D Osteoporosis
    • 12.E Thyroid Disease
  • Module 13: Mobility
    • The Concept of Mobility
    • 13.A Back Problems
    • 13.B Fractures
    • 13.C Hip Fractures
    • 13.D Multiple Sclerosis
    • 13.E Osteoarthritis
    • 13.F Parkinson Disease
    • 13.G Spinal Cord Injury
  • Module 14: Nutrition
    • The Concept of Nutrition
    • 14.A Obesity
  • Module 15: Oxygenation
    • The Concept of Oxygenation
    • 15.A Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
    • 15.B Asthma
    • 15.C Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • 15.D Cystic Fibrosis
    • 15.E Respiratory Syncytial Virus/Bronchiolitis
    • 15.F Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
  • Module 16: Perfusion
    • The Concept of Perfusion
    • 16.A Cardiomyopathy
    • 16.B Congenital Heart Defects
    • 16.C Coronary Artery Disease
    • 16.D Deep Venous Thrombosis
    • 16.E Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation
    • 16.F Heart Failure
    • 16.G Hypertension
    • 16.H Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy
    • 16.I Life-Threatening Dysrhythmias
    • 16.J Peripheral Vascular Disease
    • 16.K Pulmonary Embolism
    • 16.L Shock
    • 16.M Stroke
  • Module 17: Perioperative Care
    • The Concept of Perioperative Care
  • Module 18. Sensory Perception
    • The Concept of Sensory Perception
    • 18.A Hearing Impairment
    • 18.B Diseases of the Eye
    • 18.C Eye Injuries
    • 18.D Peripheral Neuropathy
  • Module 19: Sexuality
    • The Concept of Sexuality
    • 19.A Family Planning
    • 19.B Menopause
    • 19.C Menstrual Dysfunction
    • 19.D Sexual Dysfunctions
    • 19.E Sexually Transmitted Infections
  • Module 20: Thermoregulation
    • The Concept of Thermoregulation
    • 20.A Hyperthermia
    • 20.B Hypothermia
  • Module 21: Tissue Integrity
    • The Concept of Tissue Integrity
    • 21.A Burns
    • 21.B Pressure Injuries
    • 21.C Wound Healing

Appendix A: NANDA-Approved Nursing Diagnoses 2015 - 2017

Appendix B: Diagnostic Values and Laboratory Tests

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