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<p><b>Mosby's Pocket Guide to Nursing Skills & Procedures, 9th Edition, </b><i> </i>is a concise, pocket-sized study tool and clinical reference based on the best-selling textbook <i>Clinical Nursing Skills & Techniques, 9th Edition</i>! This spiral-bound presents 85 key nursing skills in a convenient, A-to-Z format. Step-by-step instructions include full-color photos plus rationales explaining why and how to use specific techniques to help you troubleshoot potential problems and take appropriate actions to address them. With the latest in evidence-based practice this essential guide is a great tool to help you safely and effectively perform core nursing skills.</p><ul><li><b>Clear, two-column format</b> shows you how to perform skills, with rationales for each step explaining the reason behind the practice and the benefit to patients.</li><li><b>Alphabetical organization of skills</b> makes it easy to find information quickly, with each skill beginning on a new page.</li><li><b>A convenient pocket size and spiral binding</b> allow the book to fit easily into your coat pocket and to stay open on the page you want.</li><li><b>Safety alerts</b> highlight important information for patient safety and effective performance of skills.</li><li><b><i>Special Considerations</i></b> address teaching, the home care setting, and care modifications for pediatric and geriatric patients.</li><li><b>Documentation guidelines</b> include a bulleted list of what should be reported and recorded in the patient records.</li><li><b>Unexpected outcomes and related interventions</b> help you to troubleshoot potential problems and take appropriate actions to address them.</li></ul><ul><li><b>NEW! Additional nursing skills </b>cover <i>Obtaining a 12-lead Electrocardiogram (ECG)</i> and <i>Applying a Cardiac Monitor </i>to address these vital elements of cardiac care</li><li><b>NEW! Up-to-date content</b> is based on the most recent edition of Perry & Potter's <i>Clinical Nursing Skills & Tec