Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests

This quick-reference book aims to present the essentials of laboratory testings and diagnostic procedures for use in a variety of clinical settings. Over 400 tests are organized alphabetically.

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This reference provides essential information to students and nurses for 400 of the most commonly used laboratory test and diagnostic procedures. Truly pocket-sized, the book focuses on information needed to provide safe and effective nursing care to patient requiring tests. Additionally, the book contains a section on quality control which includes measures needed to assure accuracy of results, an issue emphasized in all health care systems today. Features: * Organizes tests and procedures alphabetically rather than by body system. * Features over 400 of the most commonly ordered tests. * Provides normal and abnormal test values for the neonate, child, adult, and the elderly. * Contains a section on quality control that emphasizes the measures needed to assure accurate results. * Presents complication alerts to assist readers in identifying complications specific to a test and to the preparation for a test. * Offers guidelines on what patients need to be taught before, during, and after testing. * Features the most clear and useful artwork of any book of its kind. * Includes rigorously current references to ensure the best information.
* Thoroughly indexed for quick and reliable location of material.