Organization

This book is organized by body systems. This method uses a format that most students find helpful for learning material quickly and easily.

• Each chapter begins with an outline of topics—this is a list of subtopics covered in the chapter.

• Each chapter has helpful notes, tips, and cautions that will help you study for the exam.

• Each chapter includes an in-depth discussion of the topics in that unit.

• Each chapter includes pharmacological agents used in the care of the client.

• Each chapter includes diagnostic studies used to determine client needs.

• Each chapter ends with a case study. This allows the student to use critical-thinking skills in the treatment of the client.