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Nursing Complex Health Alterations I
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Prepares learners to care for patients with cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, hematologic, fluid/electrolyte, acid-base, and comfort alterations

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Print Textbook: June 2027
Audiobook: June 2027
Next Edition: 2030
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Complex Health Alterations I is a comprehensive textbook designed to prepare nursing students and healthcare learners to care for patients experiencing complex health challenges across the lifespan. This resource focuses on providing and evaluating nursing care for patients with alterations in the cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, and hematologic systems. It also addresses the management of fluid and electrolyte imbalances, acid-base disturbances, and issues related to patient comfort. With clear explanations, evidence-based practices, and real-world scenarios, this textbook equips learners with the knowledge and critical thinking skills needed to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care to individuals facing complex health conditions.

Course Competency 1: Integrate nursing care for clients with coronary artery disease

Course Competency 2: Integrate nursing care for clients with alterations in cardiovascular system

Course Competency 3: Integrate nursing care for clients with acute alterations in the respiratory system

Course Competency 4: Integrate nursing care for clients with chronic alterations in the respiratory system

Course Competency 5: Integrate nursing care for clients with alterations in hematology

Course Competency 6: Integrate nursing care for clients with alterations in the endocrine system

Course Competency 7: Integrate nursing care for clients with alterations in fluid and electrolyte balance

Course Competency 8: Integrate nursing care for clients with alterations in acid-base balance

Course Competency 9: Integrate nursing care for clients with pain and alterations in comfort

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