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Written specifically for LPN/LVN students, Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing, 9th Edition, provides a basic introduction to the nursing profession and helps LPN/LVN students develop the management, collaborative and problem-solving skills for successful nursing practice.
This proven approach emphasizes lifelong learning, leadership skills and career planning, detailing everything LPN/LVN students need to communicate effectively, work as a member of a team, confront challenges and complexities in the workplace and move forward into leadership roles. Featuring NCLEX-PN®-style review questions available on thePoint and Critical Thinking Exercises that ready students for the rigors of exams and real-world practice, the 9th Edition has been extensively updated to reflect the latest clinical approaches to LPN/LVN practice and equip student nurses with the clinical judgment to excel today's nursing workforce.
UPDATED!Evidence-based content reflects the latest clinical approaches to LPN/LVN practice.
NEW!Emphasis on clinical judgment cultivates essential problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
Critical Thinking Exercise boxes challenge students' critical-thinking and problem-solving skills with real-world situations.
Assess Yourself tests help students optimize their strengths and improve their weaknesses.
NCLEX-PN®-style Chapter Review Questions available on thePoint reinforce key content and boost students' test-taking confidence.
Apply Critical Thinking Skills encourage discussion and foster critical thinking in the classroom and beyond.
Read More About It resource lists empower students to learn more about important issues.
Web Boxes throughout the text point students to relevant information available online.
