Mosby's Rapid Reference to Diagnostic and Laboratory Tests

ISBN: 1556645155

Author: Pagana PhD RN, Kathleen Deska

Condition: New

MOSBY'S RAPID REFERENCE TO DIAGNOSTIC AND LABORATORY TESTS is an inexpensive, portable, up-to-date clinical handbook that presents the most commonly performed laboratory and diagnostic tests organized alphabetically for quick reference. Tests are presented in a consistent format and in a unique sequence that simulates priorities in the clinical setting. Each test includes, where relevant, alternate or abbreviated test names; type of test; normal findings; possible critical values; test explanation; contraindications; potential complications; interfering factors; procedure and patient care (before, during, and after); and abnormal findings. Organizes tests alphabetically with A-to-Z thumb tabs for quick reference in the clinical setting. Created in a handy pocket size, so it can be carried in the clinical area and referred to on-the-spot. Begins each test or procedure monograph on a new page making each monograph easy to find. Includes normal findings for adult, elderly, and pediatric patients, providing complete clinical data. Highlights possible critical values to alert the reader to situations requiring immediate intervention. Alerts the reader to the effects of pharmacologic agents on tests with a unique symbol next to drug related interfering factors. Highlights increased and decreased abnormal findings with directional arrows. Concludes each test with a "Notes" section that enables the reader to add needed information relevant to a specific institution. Lists abbreviations for tests and for units of measurement in the appendixes. Incorporates a two-color design throughout, which highlights important information and enhances the visual appeal.