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Just In! Coming Soon Cardiac Imaging Cardiac Nursing Cardiac Surgery Cardiology (Assorted) Echo (Clinical) ECG Electrophysiology Fellows Heart Rhythm Society Interventional IBHRE (NASPExAM®) Prep Pacing & ICDs Cardiology - Clearance Browse All Subjects Cardiology (Assorted) Arrhythmia Cardiac Surgery Cardiovascular Diseases ECG Electrophysiology Heart Failure Interventional Pacing & ICDs Pediatric Vascular Diseases Just In! Coming Soon Computed Tomography Diagnostic Imaging (Assorted) Echo Tech MRI Test Prep (Self-assessment) Ultrasound Imaging - Clearance Browse All Subjects Diagnostic Imaging (Assorted) Computed Tomography Doppler Echocardiography Imaging - Test Prep MRI Nuclear Physics TEE Ultrasound Great Gift Idea! Give the gift of Cardiotext Sign up for free e-mail news about new titles and sales.	Product Detail Laboratory Tests and Diagnostic Procedures Cynthia C. Chernecky; Barbara J. Berger Cardiotext Price: $44.95 Availability: Usually ships within 6 business days. Product Information: ISBN-13: 9781416037040 ISBN-10: 1416037047 Publisher: Saunders Format: Paperback, 1232 pages Pub Date: 06/2007 Edition Number: 5 Shipping Calculator Request a Quote for 10+ Copies Tell A Friend Synopsis Look no further for quick, complete answers to questions such as which laboratory tests to order or what the results might mean. Laboratory Tests And Diagnostic Procedures, 5th Edition covers more tests than any other reference of its kind, with over 900 lab tests and diagnostic procedures in all. In Part I, you'll find a unique, alphabetical list of hundreds of diseases, conditions, and symptoms, including the tests and procedures most commonly used to confirm or rule out a suspected diagnosis. Part II presents key information on virtually every laboratory and diagnostic test available. All test entries are up-to-date, concise, complete, and consistently presented, making this resource the perfect choice for students or practitioners who need fast, accurate information on diagnostic tests. Over 600 diseases and symptoms are listed in Part I, with the most relevant tests identified for each. More than 900 laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures are included in Part II, more than any other reference! Organized alphabetically, with printed A-to-Z thumb tabs that make it easy to turn to appropriate sections in the book. Alternative test names and acronyms are cross-referenced to help you quickly find what you're looking for. Tests for toxic substances are included, along with Panic Level Symptoms and Treatment for dangerously elevated levels. Age and gender-specific norms are provided, giving you complete lifespan coverage. Risks and Contraindications are highlighted to help you safeguard your patients and provide effective care. Minimum volumes for blood samples are included, helping you diagnose patients for whom blood preservation is essential. You'll also see whether blood specimens can be drawn during hemodialysis. Special consent form requirements are indicated for appropriate tests. Guidance for client and family teaching helps you offer useful instruction concerning test preparation and follow-up care. 12 new test entries present the latest tests and procedures available, including: Procalcitonin; Calcium scoring; Vascular endothelial growth factor; Cerebral near-infrared spectroscopy; RD1 interferon assays for tuberculosis; and OraQuick rapid HIV test. Larger trim size and improved design make vital information easier to locate. See These Other Titles Of Interest Lippincott's Q&A Certification Review: Emergency Nursing by Springhouse Mosby's Emergency & Transport Nursing Examination Review by Renee S. Holleran AACN Certification and Core Review for High Acuity and Critical Care by AACN EKG Plain and Simple by Karen Ellis Mosby's Comprehensive Pediatric Emergency Care - Revised Reprint by Barbara Aehlert Interpreting Difficult ECGs: A Rapid Reference by Springhouse Prentice Hall Nurse's Drug Guide 2008 by Billie A. Wilson Customer Reviews Be the first to review this product Browse Titles In Related Subjects Nursing - Test Prep Nursing - Assessment & Diagnosis Additional Description How to Use This Book PART ONE: Diseases, Conditions, and Symptoms PART TWO: Laboratory Tests and Diagnostic Procedures Appendix: Reportable Diseases Index
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