Critical Care Nursing Certification: Preparation, Review, and Practice Exams, Sixth Edition
The best review available for Critical Care certification—updated to reflect the latest changes in the CCRN exam\ A Doody's Core Title ESSENTIAL PURCHASE for 2011!\ Critical Care Nursing Certification is a complete step-by-step guide that thoroughly covers everything you need to know to pass the examination administered by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN). Following the CCRN blueprint, coverage of each subject has been carefully updated to reflect its level of...
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The best review available for Critical Care certification—updated to reflect the latest changes in the CCRN examCritical Care Nursing Certification is a complete step-by-step guide that thoroughly covers everything you need to know to pass the examination administered by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN). Following the CCRN blueprint, coverage of each subject has been carefully updated to reflect its level of importance on the actual exam.Presented in short, easy-to-read chapters, the book includes subject-specific practice exams, allowing you to target your study and quickly identify weak areas. In addition, the handy "Editor's Note" feature explains changes to the exam, highlights what's important, and alerts you to the number of questions you should expect on a given topic.Everything you need to pass the Critical Care certification exam:NEW! Companion CD-ROM containing two complete practice exams NEW! A section on behavioral and psychological factors in critical care NEW! Expanded neurology section Valuable test-taking tips to help you perform your best ont he exam A practice exam at the end of each part of the bookContent that includes every topic you will see on the exam:Cardiovascular; Pulmonary; Endocrine; Immunology and Hematology; Neurology; Gastroenterology; Renal; Multiorgan Problems; Synergy; Behavior
PART I. CARDIOVASCULAR1.Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology2.Diagnosis and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disorders3.The Normal ECG4.The 12-Lead ECG5.Hemodynamic Monitoring6.Acute Coronary Syndrome (Angina Pectoris and Myocardial Infarction)7.Conduction Blocks8.Congestive Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Hypertensive Crisis9.Cardiogenic Shock10.Hemorrhagic (Hypovolemic) Shock11.Interpreting Dysrhythmias12.Cardiomyopathies and Pericarditis13.Treatment of Cardiac, Valvular, and Vascular Insufficiency, and Trauma Cardiovascular Practice Exam PART II. PULMONARY14. Pulmonary Anatomy and Physiology15. Diagnosis and Treatment of Pulmonary Disorders16. Alternative Methods of Ventilatory Support17. Acute Respiratory Dysfunction18. Acute Pulmonary Embolism and Aspiration19. Thoracic Trauma and Air Leak Syndromes Pulmonary Practice Exam PART III. ENDOCRINE20. Introduction to the Endocrine System21. Anatomy, Physiology, and Dysfunction of the Pituitary Gland22. Anatomy, Physiology, and Dysfunction of the Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands23. Anatomy, Physiology, and Dysfunction of the Pancreas24. Anatomy, Physiology, and Dysfunction of the Adrenal Glands Endocrine Practice Exam PART IV. IMMUNOLOGY AND HEMATOLOGY25. Physiology of the Immunologic and Hematologic Systems26. Diagnosis and Treatment of Immunologic and Hematologic Problems27. Hematologic and Immunologic Failure and Its Effects on Other Organ Systems28. Organ Transplantation 29. Life-Threatening Coagulopathies Immunology and Hematology Practice Exam PART V. NEUROLOGY30. Anatomy and Physiology of the Nervous System31. Intracranial Pressure32. Acute Head Injuries and Craniotomies33. Stroke34. The Vertebrae and Spinal Cord35. Encephalopathies, Coma, and Brain Herniation36. Meningitis, Guillain-Barré, Muscular Dystrophy,and Myasthenia Gravis37. Seizures and Status Epilepticus Neurology Practice Exam PART VI. GASTROENTEROLOGY38. Anatomy and Physiology of the Gastrointestinal System39. Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage and Esophageal Varices40. Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Hepatic Failure, and Acute Pancreatitis41. Intestinal Infarction, Obstruction, Perforation, and Trauma42. Management of the Patient with a Gastrointestinal Disturbance Gastroenterology Practice Exam PART VII. RENAL43. Anatomy and Physiology of the Renal System44. Renal Regulation of Electrolytes45. Diagnosis and Treatment of Acute Renal Failure46. Renal Trauma Renal Practice Exam PART VIII. MULTIORGAN PROBLEMS47. Sepsis and Multiorgan Syndrome48. Toxic Emergencies49. Airway Obstruction50. Burns Multisystem Organ Dysfunction Practice Exam PART IX. SYNERGY51. Professionalism and the Synergy Model Synergy Practice Exam Part X. PSYCHOLOGY52. Behavior and Psychological Factors in Critical Care Behavioral Practice ExamOn CD-ROM:COMPREHENSIVE PRACTICE EXAM I COMPREHENSIVE PRACTICE EXAM IIThomas S. Ahrens, DNS, RN, CS, FAANResearch ScientistBarnes-Jewish HospitalSt. Louis, MODonna Prentice, RN, APRN, BC, CCRNClinical Nurse SpecialistBarnes-Jewish HospitalSt. Louis, MORuth M. Kleinpell, PhD, RN, FAAN, FAANP, FCCMDirector, Center for Clinical Research and ScholarshipRush University Medical CenterProfessorRush University College of NursingNurse Practitioner, Our Lady of the ResurrectionMedical CenterChicago, IL
\ Reviewer: Julie A. Stanik-Hutt, PhD, ACNP, CCNS(Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing)\ Description: "This fifth edition of this Critical Care Nursing Certification (CCRN) preparation text replaces the outdated version published in 1998. It follows a systems approach and major CCRN exam sections based on the published test blueprint. "\ Purpose: The purpose is to assist CCRN examination candidates increase their knowledge in areas of weakness while refreshing their memory of more familiar content. It is not an exhaustive review, but is a worthwhile resource for any critical care exam preparation. It serves its stated objective well. \ Audience: The book is written at a level appropriate for registered nurses. Since it is only a short review, previous knowledge of the concepts is essential. The editors are published experts in critical care nursing and the contributors hold relevant advanced academic degrees and certifications. \ Features: "The book is divided into nine major sections based on a systems approach. Within each section short chapters review anatomy and physiology, diagnosis and treatment of system related problems, and common critical care issues. Each section ends with a practice test related to that system. The AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care is briefly reviewed for those not familiar with it. Two comprehensive, integrated practice exams, with correct answers (and references back to chapters where relevant content is found), are included. "\ Assessment: "This updated version includes revised information on MODS, cardiovascular and pulmonary problems, and on mechanical ventilation. Surprisingly, information on solid organ transplantation appears to be out of date. Helpful hints are provided about what is new on the examination. For individuals who already have some background in critical care nursing, this would be another useful resource (in a very crowded field) for CCRN examination preparation. "\ \
