Designed for quick, easy on-the-job reference, this spiralbound pocket guide covers every aspect of medical-surgical nursing in a concise format packed with bulleted facts, tables, and illustrations. Five distinctive sections cover "Disorders, Diagnostic Tests, Treatments, Procedures," and more than 80 "Clinical Tools" from all medical-surgical specialties, including pain rating tools, dosage formulas, monitoring guidelines, and more. Topics in each section are arranged alphabetically and follow a consistent format. Recurring icons highlight key points such as life-threatening disorders, interdisciplinary care, and illustrations of pathophysiology.