Davis Book of Lab & Diag Tests

Nursing-focused and easy-to-read, this resource provides pre-test, intra-test, and post-test information. This latest update is based on the 5th edition with additional features, enhanced functionality and ongoing updates.

In Davis's Comprehensive Handbook of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests with Nursing Implications tests and procedures are listed alphabetically by their complete name and a Body Systems Appendix lists laboratory and diagnostic tests.

// Key Features
• Thoroughly revised and updated throughout to reflect the most current information
• Expanded Discussion of age-specific concerns in the front matter, along with "image gently" pediatric guidelines and move to track/limit dosages in adults
• Revised & Updated Standardized terminology in the ‘Indications and ‘Results’ sections, as well as more nursing diagnoses terminology in the ‘Nursing Implications and Procedure’ sections
• Cross referencing of related lab and diagnostic tests in every monograph
• New Appendix Guidelines for Age-Specific Communication and Nursing Care, including exceptions, if appropriate
• Expanded SI units in the ‘Laboratory Critical Values’ sections
• Includes new information on radiation protection and tracking/limiting exposure in adults
• ‘Common Use’ for each monograph to provide an at-a-glance description of what the test is for, presented in everyday language that patients will understand
• Diagnostic imaging monographs with explanations of the reasons for the test result
• Pathophysiology information that explains why a lab test result is increased or decreased
• Reference Ranges that are expressed in both conventional and SI units (with the SI unit conversion factor) and include age- and gender-specific variations when indicated and normal variations due to cultural considerations
• Interfering Factors, including food, natural products, timing of test, handling of specimen, underlying patient conditions, and drugs that may interfere with the results of the test
• Unique coverage of laboratory and diagnostic tests for subspecialties, such as maternity, therapeutic drug monitoring, nutrition and sensory
• "Body System" appendix that includes therapeutic drug monitoring and toxicology as well as nutrition-related lab tests
• Each monographs are written specifically to focus on what needs to be done before, during, and after each laboratory and diagnostic test which includes patient teaching and patient safety
• SI Conversion Factors are provided for each reference value
• New heads highlight "Sensitivity to Social and Cultural Issues" and "Nutritional Considerations" for each test, where appropriate

// Unique Features
• Full color images: This product includes images that help bring the content to life.
• Update Policy: Edition-based. New editions are released when the content changes significantly; there is no standard schedule for new editions.

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