Fischbach’s A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests

Author: Fischbach RN BSN MSN, Frances Talaska

Edition: Eleventh, North American

ISBN: 9781975173425

Release Date: 16-10-2021

Package Dimensions: 9.0 x 6.0 x 1.5 inches

Languages: English

Binding: Paperback

Number Of Pages: 1192

Details: Selected as a Doody’s Core Title for 2022!

The perfect point-of-care guide for nurses and health professionals caring for patients undergoing diagnostic tests and procedures, Fischbach’s A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests, 11th Edition, provides an essential foundation for safe, effective, informed nursing practice. This proven, comprehensive manual is organized the way a nurse thinks — by specimen, function, and test type — describing an extensive array of tests for diverse populations and delivering step-by-step guidance on correct procedures, tips for accurate interpretation, and expert information on patient preparation and aftercare.

Extensively updated and easy to navigate, the 11th Edition clarifies the role today’s healthcare providers play in quality care planning, individualized patient assessment, analysis of patient needs, interventions, patient education, patient follow-up, and outcome evaluation. This unique resource also alerts users to potential risks and complications, interfering factors, and more to ensure the most confident, competent application in clinical settings.