Nursing

For nursing courses in lab and diagnostic testing, and non-nursing courses in testing, including those for PAs, lab technicians, and other health related professions.

Organized by various structures or substances being tested, this text provides an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the structure, followed by a detailed discussion of the testing procedure, specimen collection, normal values, implications of abnormal findings, and more.

• Clear, logical writing style.

  • Enhances comprehension of material. Ex.___

• Unique coverage—Includes testing at the point of care and “at home” testing.

  • Prepares students to evaluate tests in the variety of health care settings they will be working in. Ex.___

• Overview of anatomy and physiology—At the beginning of each section, followed by detailed explanations of the most common tests, and a brief discussion of the other tests for each system.

  • Offers students a review of anatomy and physiology that is applicable for that particular test. Ex.___

• Time for Review and Self-Tests.

  • Highlights important chapter concepts for the student. Ex.___

 1. About the Laboratory.


 2. Routine Urinalysis and Tests of Renal Function.


 3. The Complete Blood Count.


 4. Liver Function Tests.


 5. Testing for Glucose Abnormalities.


 6. Tests of Lipid Metabolism.


 7. Tests of Electrolyte Balance.


 8. Screening with the Chemistry Profile.


 9. Arterial Blood Gases and Acid-Base Balance.


10. Laboratory Confirmation of Acute Myocardial Infarction.


11. Tests of Thyroid Function.


12. Testing for Coagulation & Fibrinolytic Defects.


13. Transfusion Service Testing.


14. Basic Microbiology Tests.


15. Tests for Disorders of Immune Function.

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