Nursing Diagnosis Handbook

Quick and easy access to the most recent NANDA-approved nursing diagnoses! Clear and concise, this easy-to-use reference is designed to provide instant access to information necessary for development of thorough, individualized care plans. Divided into two parts: Part I is an alphabetized list of Plans of Care Part II is a Clinical Conditions guide to Nursing Diagnoses and Collaborative Problems Special Features Includes 2007-2008 NANDA approved nursing diagnoses. Updated nursing activities reflecting the Nursing Intervention Classification (NIC) taxonomy. Updated Nursing Outcome Classification (NOC) taxonomy. Suggested outcomes are listed and defined for each diagnosis, demonstrating ways to use NOC outcomes, outcome indicators, and measuring scales. New! Content for Home Care, Infants and Children, and For Older Adults as appropriate for the diagnosis. Expanded references and evidence-based nursing activities. Suggestions for Use sections help clarify the nursing diagnosis labels and offer advice as to their best use. Perforated Care Planning Checklist is a convenient reference to evaluate quality of care plans as they are developed.Wilkinson, Judith M. is the author of 'Nursing Diagnosis Handbook', published 2008 under ISBN 9780138131142 and ISBN 0138131147.