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21st Century Cures Act (Cures Act)
37.2 Health Informatics
A
abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)
12.6 Vascular Disorders
ablative surgery
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
abnormal pain
7.1 Concepts and Causes of Pain
absence generalized seizure
17.5 Seizures
absolute hypovolemia
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock
abuse
33.2 Types of Emergency Care,
33.2 Types of Emergency Care,
33.2 Types of Emergency Care,
33.2 Types of Emergency Care,
33.4 Forensic Nursing
Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
1.1 Professional Nursing Practice
accidental poisoning
33.2 Types of Emergency Care
acetaminophen
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management,
27.2 Postoperative Pain Management,
32.1 Palliation,
32.2 End-of-Life Care
acetylcholine
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
acid
Introduction,
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
acoustic neuroma
18.2 Disorders of the Ear
acquired genetic factor
31.1 Oncological Disorders
acquired immunity
29.1 Immune Response
acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
action competence learning model
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness
action potential
12.1 Cardiovascular Overview
activities of daily living (ADLs)
36.1 Home Health Care
acupuncture
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
acute
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.5 Psychological Response,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine
acute back pain
17.8 Spinal Disorders
acute coronary syndrome (ACS)
12.5 Myocardial Infarction
acute exacerbation
9.7 Care of the Chronically Ill Patient
acute hemolytic reaction
16.7 Blood Products and Transfusion Principles
acute kidney injury (AKI)
35.6 Renal Concerns
acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
acute respiratory failure (ARF)
35.3 Respiratory Concerns
acute stress
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress
acute stressors
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress
adaptation
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation,
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
adaptive
8.5 Psychological Response,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
adaptive behaviors
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation
adaptive equipment
36.2 Rehabilitative Care
adaptive immune response
22.1 Infectious Process
addiction
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management,
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management,
7.5 Substance Use Disorder
Addison’s disease
25.2 Preoperative Nursing Priorities
adrenal cortex
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance
adrenal medulla
8.4 Physiological Response
adrenergic agent
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
advance directive
25.1 Preadmission Assessment and Education,
32.2 End-of-Life Care,
32.2 End-of-Life Care
adventitious lung sounds
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
adverse effect
3.4 Purpose of Health Education and Patient Teaching
advocacy
5.2 Patient Care and Safety
AeroSpan
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
Affordable Care Act
1.3 Health Policy and Ethical Considerations
Afrin
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
afterload
12.1 Cardiovascular Overview,
12.3 Heart Failure,
12.3 Heart Failure,
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns
aftershock
34.1 Environmental Disasters
air leak monitor
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax
airway clearance
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.9 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Cystic Fibrosis
airway inflammation
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma
airway, breathing, circulation, disability, and exposure (ABCDE) triage assessment
33.1 Triage and Assessment
alarm reaction
21.5 Adrenal Disorders
alcoholic thrombocytopenia
16.4 Thrombocytopenia
alginate dressing
28.2 Wound Healing Process
alkalosis
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
Allegra
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
allergen
24.1 Allergic Response,
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.3 Types of Dermatitis,
24.3 Types of Dermatitis,
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema,
24.5 Allergy to Food,
24.6 Allergy to Latex
allergic disorder
24.1 Allergic Response,
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.3 Types of Dermatitis,
24 Summary
allergic reaction
16.7 Blood Products and Transfusion Principles
allergy
24.1 Allergic Response,
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.3 Types of Dermatitis,
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema,
24.5 Allergy to Food,
24.6 Allergy to Latex
Allergy and Asthma Network
24.7 Anaphylaxis
alopecia
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease
alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Alphagen P
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
alternative therapy
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
alveolar level
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
alveolar sac
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion
Alzheimer disease
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.5 Seizures
Alzheimer’s Association
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
ambulatory services
36.3 Additional Care Settings in the Community
ambulatory surgical center (ASC)
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience
amenorrhea
19.1 Nutritional Disorders
American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association
29.2 Autoimmunity
American Diabetes Association
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus
American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
37.2 Health Informatics,
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care,
37 Summary
American Heart Association
12.2 Dysrhythmia,
12.3 Heart Failure,
12.4 Hypertension,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
American Nurses Association (ANA)
1.1 Professional Nursing Practice
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA)
37.2 Health Informatics
American Society of Clinical Oncology
31.4 Survivorship
amoxicillin
24.1 Allergic Response
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
ANA Center for Ethics and Human Rights
5.4 Ethical Challenges in Scope of Practice
ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses
5.2 Patient Care and Safety
anaerobic metabolic
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
anaerobic metabolism
23.1 Shock Overview,
23.1 Shock Overview,
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock,
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock
analgesic
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management
analgesics
7.1 Concepts and Causes of Pain,
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management,
7.5 Substance Use Disorder
anaphylaxis
24.1 Allergic Response,
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.3 Types of Dermatitis,
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema,
24.5 Allergy to Food,
24.6 Allergy to Latex,
24.7 Anaphylaxis,
24.7 Anaphylaxis
androgen deprivation therapy
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
anemia
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.8 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Tuberculosis,
16.1 Anemias,
16.1 Anemias,
16.1 Anemias,
16.1 Anemias,
16.2 Hereditary Disorders,
16.2 Hereditary Disorders,
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
31.1 Oncological Disorders
anesthesia
25.1 Preadmission Assessment and Education,
25.1 Preadmission Assessment and Education,
25.1 Preadmission Assessment and Education,
25.2 Preoperative Nursing Priorities,
25.2 Preoperative Nursing Priorities,
25.2 Preoperative Nursing Priorities,
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan,
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan,
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan,
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience,
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience,
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management
anesthesia awareness
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations
anesthesia provider
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management
anesthesiologist
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience
aneurysm
12.6 Vascular Disorders
aneurysms
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke
angina
12.5 Myocardial Infarction
angiocatheter
28.4 Debridement
angioedema
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion,
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.3 Types of Dermatitis,
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema,
24.5 Allergy to Food,
24.6 Allergy to Latex
angiogenesis
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing,
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing
angiography
12.5 Myocardial Infarction,
12.6 Vascular Disorders,
12.6 Vascular Disorders,
12.7 Peripheral Vascular Disease
angioma
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
angioneurotic edema
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema
angiotensin I
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis
angiotensin II
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis
angiotensin-converting enzyme
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis
animal-assisted therapy
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
anisocoria
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
anonymity
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
anti-inflammatory diet
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
antiandrogens
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
antibiotic
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.8 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Tuberculosis,
11.9 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Cystic Fibrosis,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
antibiotic therapy
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration
antibodies
24.3 Types of Dermatitis,
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema,
24.5 Allergy to Food,
24.6 Allergy to Latex,
29.1 Immune Response,
29.1 Immune Response,
29.1 Immune Response,
29.3 Immunodeficiency
antibody
24.1 Allergic Response
antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis
antigen
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
22.1 Infectious Process,
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.3 Types of Dermatitis,
24.7 Anaphylaxis
antihistamine
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.3 Types of Dermatitis,
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema,
24.5 Allergy to Food,
24.6 Allergy to Latex,
24.7 Anaphylaxis
antimicrobial medication
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
Antimuscarinics
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
antiplatelet therapy
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
antiretroviral therapy
29.3 Immunodeficiency
aphasia
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke,
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke
apoptosis
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
31.1 Oncological Disorders
appendectomy
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
appendicitis
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
approximated
28.2 Wound Healing Process
aqueous humor
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
Area Agency on Aging
1.5 Health-Care Delivery Systems
aromatherapy
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
arterial blood gas (ABG)
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
arterial catheter
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns
arterial line
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns
arteriosclerosis
12.6 Vascular Disorders
arteriovenous fistula
20.7 Renal Function and Chronic Kidney Disease
arteriovenous malformation
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke
arteriovenous malformation (AVM)
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke
artificial intelligence (AI)
37.1 Telemedicine and Artificial Intelligence
aspiration
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax
aspiration pneumonia
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration
assessment
4.1 Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process,
4.1 Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process,
4.2 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Overview,
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues,
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues,
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues,
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action,
4.5 Evaluating Outcomes
assistive device
36.2 Rehabilitative Care
asthma action plan
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma
asthma attack
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma
astigmatism
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
astrocytoma
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
asymptomatic pneumothorax
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax
asystole
12.2 Dysrhythmia
atherosclerosis
12.6 Vascular Disorders
atonic generalized seizure
17.5 Seizures
atopic dermatitis
14.1 Integumentary Disorders,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions,
24.1 Allergic Response
atopic march
24.3 Types of Dermatitis
atrial depolarization
12.2 Dysrhythmia
atrial fibrillation
15.2 Ischemic Stroke,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke,
38.1 Unfolding Case Study Dissection
atrial fibrillation (AFib)
12.2 Dysrhythmia
atrial flutter (A flutter)
12.2 Dysrhythmia
attack
17.7 Chronic Pain Disorders
audio method
3.5 Strategies for Optimal Patient Education
audiologist
18.2 Disorders of the Ear
augmented reality (AR)
37.1 Telemedicine and Artificial Intelligence
aura
17.5 Seizures
auscultation
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.8 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Tuberculosis,
11.9 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Cystic Fibrosis
autoantibody
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease
autoimmune disorder
14.1 Integumentary Disorders,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions,
29.1 Immune Response
autoimmune hypersensitivity
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
autoimmunity
29.2 Autoimmunity
autonomic dysreflexia
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress
autonomic function
17.6 Polyneuropathy
autonomic nerve
17.6 Polyneuropathy
autonomic nervous system
8.4 Physiological Response
autonomy
1.3 Health Policy and Ethical Considerations,
5.4 Ethical Challenges in Scope of Practice,
5.4 Ethical Challenges in Scope of Practice
autophagic cell death
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
autosomal chromosomes
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
autosomal dominant
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
autosomal recessive
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
avascular
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing,
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing,
28.2 Wound Healing Process
axial spondyloarthritis
17.8 Spinal Disorders
B
B cell
24.1 Allergic Response
bacteria
22.1 Infectious Process,
22.1 Infectious Process,
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections,
22.3 Antibiotic Resistance,
22.3 Antibiotic Resistance,
22.4 Preventing Secondary Infections
barotrauma
18.2 Disorders of the Ear
barrier defense
22.1 Infectious Process
basal cell carcinoma
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
base
Introduction,
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
bases
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
Beconase
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
bedside assessment
6.4 Bedside Physical Assessment in Medical-Surgical Nursing
behavioral pain scale (BPS)
7.2 Pain Assessment
beneficence
1.3 Health Policy and Ethical Considerations,
5.4 Ethical Challenges in Scope of Practice
benign
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
20.5 Female-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.1 Oncological Disorders
benign prostatic hyperplasia
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
benign tumor
17 Summary
beta-2 agonists
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
beta-blocker
12.2 Dysrhythmia,
12.2 Dysrhythmia,
12.3 Heart Failure,
12.4 Hypertension,
12.5 Myocardial Infarction
bigeminy
12.2 Dysrhythmia
biofilm
28.2 Wound Healing Process
biological debridement
28.4 Debridement
biological disaster
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters
biopsy
19.2 Disorders of the Oral Cavity,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate,
20.5 Female-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.6 Disorders of the Breast
bioterrorism
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters,
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters
BiPAP
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration
black lung disease
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
black tag
34.5 Hospital Preparedness for Disasters
blood gas analysis
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.9 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Cystic Fibrosis
blood tests
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer
blood transfusion
16.7 Blood Products and Transfusion Principles,
16.7 Blood Products and Transfusion Principles,
16.7 Blood Products and Transfusion Principles
body dysmorphia
19.1 Nutritional Disorders
body mass index (BMI)
19.1 Nutritional Disorders
bone marrow
22.1 Infectious Process
bone marrow aspiration
16.2 Hereditary Disorders
bone marrow biopsy
16.2 Hereditary Disorders,
16.2 Hereditary Disorders,
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
16.5 Neutropenia
bone spur
13.2 Osteoarthritis
Braden Scale
28.3 Pressure Injury
brain atrophy
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
brain sagging
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
brain tumor
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
breast cancer
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer
bronchial breath sounds
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment
bronchiectasis
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.9 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Cystic Fibrosis
bronchoconstriction
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
bronchodilator
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma
bronchodilators
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.9 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Cystic Fibrosis,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
bronchoscopy
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
bronchovesicular breath sounds
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment
Brudzinski’s sign
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
bruit
12.6 Vascular Disorders
bulbar nerve
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System
burn
14.2 Burns
C
calcium imbalance
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance
cancer
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.4 Survivorship,
31.4 Survivorship,
31.4 Survivorship,
31.4 Survivorship
candidiasis
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
capnography
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment
carcinogen
31.1 Oncological Disorders
carcinogenic
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
carcinoma in situ
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer
cardiac dysrhythmias
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance
cardiac output
12.1 Cardiovascular Overview,
12.2 Dysrhythmia,
12.3 Heart Failure,
12.5 Myocardial Infarction,
23.1 Shock Overview,
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock,
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock,
23.4 Neurogenic Shock,
35.1 Assessment and Management of the Critically Ill Patient,
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns
cardiomegaly
12.3 Heart Failure
cardiopulmonary pressure
23.1 Shock Overview
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
32.1 Palliation
cardiovascular intensive care unit
35.1 Assessment and Management of the Critically Ill Patient
cariogenic bacteria
19.2 Disorders of the Oral Cavity
carotid artery disease
12.6 Vascular Disorders
cataract
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
cataracts
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
CD4 cell count
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
ceiling effect
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management
celiac disease
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
cellular regeneration
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
7.5 Substance Use Disorder,
9.1 Chronic Disease and Illness (Prevalence and Etiology)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
37.2 Health Informatics
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
1.1 Professional Nursing Practice,
9.2 Comorbid Chronic Diseases
central nervous system
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.8 Spinal Disorders
central nervous system (CNS)
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents
central venous pressure (CVP)
23.1 Shock Overview
cerebral angiography
15.2 Ischemic Stroke,
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke,
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
cerebral edema
35.4 Neurological Concerns
cerebral embolism
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP)
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
cerebral spinal fluid (CSF)
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
cerebral thrombus
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
cerebral vasculature
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke
cerebrovascular accident (CVA)
Introduction,
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents
cerebrovascular embolus
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
cerebrovascular system
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents
certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA)
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan
chain of custody
33.4 Forensic Nursing
chain of infection
22.1 Infectious Process
chemical burn
14.2 Burns
chemical hazard
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters
chemical signaling
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology
chemoreceptor trigger zone
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer
chemotherapy
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate,
20.6 Disorders of the Breast,
Introduction,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.4 Survivorship,
31.4 Survivorship
chest physical therapy
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis
chest x-ray
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.8 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Tuberculosis,
11.9 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Cystic Fibrosis,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
Cheyne-Stokes respirations
21.4 Pituitary Disorders
chief complaint
6.3 Health History,
6.3 Health History,
6.3 Health History,
6.3 Health History,
6.4 Bedside Physical Assessment in Medical-Surgical Nursing
children with disabilities
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability
chiropractic therapy
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
chlamydia
20.2 Sexually Transmitted Infections,
20.5 Female-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
choledocholithiasis
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
cholesteatoma
18.2 Disorders of the Ear
cholinesterase inhibitor
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17 Summary
chromosomal condition
30.1 Genetic Disorders
chromosome
30.1 Genetic Disorders,
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations,
30.3 Testing and Detection
chronic
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation,
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress,
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine
chronic back pain
17.8 Spinal Disorders
Chronic Care Model
9.6 The Chronic Care Model
chronic disease
9.1 Chronic Disease and Illness (Prevalence and Etiology),
9.1 Chronic Disease and Illness (Prevalence and Etiology),
9.2 Comorbid Chronic Diseases,
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability,
9.5 Prevention of Chronic Disease,
9.5 Prevention of Chronic Disease,
9.6 The Chronic Care Model,
9.6 The Chronic Care Model,
9.7 Care of the Chronically Ill Patient,
9.7 Care of the Chronically Ill Patient
chronic illness
9.1 Chronic Disease and Illness (Prevalence and Etiology),
9.1 Chronic Disease and Illness (Prevalence and Etiology),
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability,
9.4 Access and Barriers to Health Care,
9.4 Access and Barriers to Health Care,
9.5 Prevention of Chronic Disease,
9.5 Prevention of Chronic Disease,
9.6 The Chronic Care Model,
9.7 Care of the Chronically Ill Patient
chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS)
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
chronic kidney disease
20.7 Renal Function and Chronic Kidney Disease
chronic lymphocytic leukemia
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion,
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
28.2 Wound Healing Process,
32.1 Palliation
chronic pain
7.1 Concepts and Causes of Pain,
7.2 Pain Assessment,
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management,
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management,
17.8 Spinal Disorders
chronic stress
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress
chronic stressors
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress
Chvostek’s sign
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance
cigarette smoking
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
cilia
29.1 Immune Response
circle of Willis (CoW)
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents
circulating nurse
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience
cirrhosis
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
citrate toxicity
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock
CJMM
4.2 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Overview,
4.2 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Overview,
4.2 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Overview,
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action,
4.5 Evaluating Outcomes
Claritin
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
Cleveland Clinic
36.1 Home Health Care
clinical decision-making
1.2 Intercollaborative Care
Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment for Alcohol (CIWA)
33.2 Types of Emergency Care
clinical judgment
1.2 Intercollaborative Care,
Introduction,
4.2 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Overview,
4.2 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Overview,
4.2 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Overview,
4.2 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Overview,
4.2 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Overview,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action,
6.1 Critical Thinking in Assessment,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management
Clinical Judgment Measurement Model
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns
Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (CJMM)
4.1 Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process
clock method
28.7 Nursing Management and Care Plan
clonic generalized seizure
17.5 Seizures
closed-angle glaucoma
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
Clostridioides difficile
22.4 Preventing Secondary Infections
clubbing
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.9 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Cystic Fibrosis
CMV retinitis
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
coanalgesic
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management
Code of Ethics for Nurses
5.4 Ethical Challenges in Scope of Practice
codominance
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
cognitive skill
4.2 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Overview,
4.2 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Overview
colectomy
22.4 Preventing Secondary Infections
collaborative care model
1.2 Intercollaborative Care
collective action competence
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness
colloids
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock
colonoscopy
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
colorectal cancer
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer
colostomy irrigation
19.7 Ostomy Care
comedone
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
community
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness,
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits,
3.3 Challenges Throughout the Lifespan
community-acquired pneumonia (CAP)
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration
community-based care
36.1 Home Health Care
comorbidity
9.2 Comorbid Chronic Diseases
competemility
2.2 Cultural Assessment
complementary and alternative medicine (CAM)
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine
complementary therapy
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
comprehensive health history
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship
comprehensive physical assessment
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship,
6.4 Bedside Physical Assessment in Medical-Surgical Nursing
comprehensive wound assessment
28.7 Nursing Management and Care Plan
compression stockings
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan,
27.3 Hospitalized Postoperative Patient,
27.4 Postoperative Nursing Care Plan
computed tomography
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
computed tomography angiography
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
computerized provider order entry (CPOE)
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care
conducting zone
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion
congenital hypothyroidism
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
conjunctiva
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
conjunctivitis
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
constitutional
6.3 Health History
consumer health informatics
37.1 Telemedicine and Artificial Intelligence
contact dermatitis
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
contagious
22.1 Infectious Process
continuous bladder irrigation (CBI)
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
Continuous electrocardiogram (ECG)
27.4 Postoperative Nursing Care Plan
continuous glucose monitor (CGM)
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care
contractility
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns
contraindication
3.4 Purpose of Health Education and Patient Teaching
coping
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation,
8.5 Psychological Response,
8.5 Psychological Response,
8.5 Psychological Response,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine
corneal abrasion
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
corneal dystrophies
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
corneal ulcer
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
corneocytes
14.1 Integumentary Disorders
coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)
12.5 Myocardial Infarction
coronavirus
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act
37.2 Health Informatics
corticosteroid
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease,
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease,
13 Summary,
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.8 Spinal Disorders
corticosteroids
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.9 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Cystic Fibrosis,
13.4 Muscular Dystrophy
cortisol
8.4 Physiological Response,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.4 Pituitary Disorders
COVID-19
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections,
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections,
34.3 Epidemics and Pandemics
CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure)
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment
CPR
12.2 Dysrhythmia
cranial nerves
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
craniopharyngioma
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
creatine kinase MB (CK-MB)
12.5 Myocardial Infarction
Critical Care Registered Nurse
35.1 Assessment and Management of the Critically Ill Patient
critical thinking
1.2 Intercollaborative Care,
4.1 Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process,
4.2 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Overview,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action,
6.1 Critical Thinking in Assessment,
6.1 Critical Thinking in Assessment
critical-care pain observation tool (CPOT)
7.2 Pain Assessment
Crohn’s disease (CD)
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
crush injuries
33.2 Types of Emergency Care
crush injury
33.2 Types of Emergency Care
cryptogenic stroke
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
cryptorchidism
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
CT scan
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.8 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Tuberculosis,
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.6 Polyneuropathy,
17.8 Spinal Disorders,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer
cultural assessment
2.1 Concepts in Culture,
2.2 Cultural Assessment,
2.2 Cultural Assessment,
2.2 Cultural Assessment,
2.2 Cultural Assessment
cultural safety
2.1 Concepts in Culture
cultural sensitivity
2.1 Concepts in Culture
culture
2.1 Concepts in Culture,
2.1 Concepts in Culture,
2.2 Cultural Assessment,
2.2 Cultural Assessment,
2.2 Cultural Assessment,
2.2 Cultural Assessment,
2.2 Cultural Assessment,
2.3 Health Equity and Disparities
culture of preparedness
34.4 Community Response to Disaster
Cushing’s triad
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
cyberattack
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters,
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters
cystic fibrosis
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.9 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Cystic Fibrosis,
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations,
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations,
30.3 Testing and Detection
D
D-dimer
23.3 Septic Shock
D-dimer test
16.6 Thrombotic Disorder
dactylitis
16.2 Hereditary Disorders
Danger Assessment Tool
33.3 Managing Risk Exposure
darbepoetin alfa
16.1 Anemias
de-escalation techniques
33 Summary
debridement
14.2 Burns,
28.2 Wound Healing Process,
28.5 Wound Care and Dressing,
28.5 Wound Care and Dressing,
28.6 Medical Management
decerebrate posturing
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
decision support
9.6 The Chronic Care Model
decorticate posturing
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
deductive reasoning
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues,
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues,
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues
deep brain stimulation
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.5 Seizures
deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
16.6 Thrombotic Disorder
dehydration
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock
delayed hemolytic reaction
16.7 Blood Products and Transfusion Principles
delirium tremens
33.2 Types of Emergency Care
delivery system design
9.6 The Chronic Care Model
demyelinating disease
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
dental caries
19.2 Disorders of the Oral Cavity
deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
1.5 Health-Care Delivery Systems
Department of Family and Children Services
1.5 Health-Care Delivery Systems
Department of Health and Human Services
1.5 Health-Care Delivery Systems
Department of Veterans Affairs
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability
dermal-epidermal junction
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing
dermatofibroma
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
dermatome
17.8 Spinal Disorders
desiccation
28.7 Nursing Management and Care Plan
detoxification
25.2 Preoperative Nursing Priorities
diabetes
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability,
9.5 Prevention of Chronic Disease,
9.6 The Chronic Care Model,
9.7 Care of the Chronically Ill Patient,
9.7 Care of the Chronically Ill Patient,
9.7 Care of the Chronically Ill Patient
diabetes insipidus (DI)
21.4 Pituitary Disorders
diabetes mellitus (DM)
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus
diabetic ketoacidosis
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus
diabetic retinopathy
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
diagnosis
4.1 Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process,
4.1 Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process,
4.5 Evaluating Outcomes
diagnostic
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.2 Disorders of the Oral Cavity,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
diagnostic genetic testing
30.3 Testing and Detection
diagnostic imaging
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
diagnostic testing
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders,
21.4 Pituitary Disorders
dialysis
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance,
20.7 Renal Function and Chronic Kidney Disease,
20.7 Renal Function and Chronic Kidney Disease,
35.6 Renal Concerns
dietician
28.6 Medical Management
different routes
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis
differentiation
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer
digestion
Introduction,
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.2 Disorders of the Oral Cavity,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
digital divide
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care
digital rectal examination (DRE)
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
digital transformation
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care
dilutional coagulopathy
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock
diphenhydramine
24.1 Allergic Response,
24.3 Types of Dermatitis,
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema
disability
9.1 Chronic Disease and Illness (Prevalence and Etiology),
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability,
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability,
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability,
9.4 Access and Barriers to Health Care
discharge teaching
3.4 Purpose of Health Education and Patient Teaching
disclosure
32.4 Psychosocial Support
disease burden
9.2 Comorbid Chronic Diseases
disseminated tuberculosis
11.8 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Tuberculosis
diuretics
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance,
12.4 Hypertension
diverticula
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
diverticular disease
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
diverticulosis
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
do-not-intubate (DNI)
32.1 Palliation
do-not-resuscitate (DNR)
32.1 Palliation
documentation
33.1 Triage and Assessment
dominant lethal inheritance
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
Dopamine agonist
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
dopamine transporter
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
Doppler ultrasound
33.2 Types of Emergency Care
droplet nuclei
11.8 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Tuberculosis
durable medical equipment (DME)
27.1 Postanesthesia Recovery and Care
durable power of attorney
32.2 End-of-Life Care
durable power of attorney (DPOA)
32.2 End-of-Life Care
duty to protect
5.1 Clinical Judgment and Ethical Dilemmas
duty to warn
5.1 Clinical Judgment and Ethical Dilemmas
dysphagia
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System
dyspnea
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System,
12.3 Heart Failure,
12.5 Myocardial Infarction
dysrhythmia
12.2 Dysrhythmia
dystrophin
13.4 Muscular Dystrophy
E
e-cigarettes
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
e-prescribing
1.7 Technology and Informatics
earthquake
34.1 Environmental Disasters
Ebola virus disease (EVD)
34.3 Epidemics and Pandemics
echocardiogram
12.3 Heart Failure
ectopic beat
12.2 Dysrhythmia
ectopic pregnancy
20.5 Female-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
edema
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement,
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
EEG
17.5 Seizures
effective communication
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship,
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship,
6.3 Health History
ejaculation
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
elective surgery
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience
electrical burn
14.2 Burns
electrocardiogram
12.3 Heart Failure
electrolytes
Introduction,
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement,
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance
electronic health record (EHR)
1.2 Intercollaborative Care
electronic medical record (EMR)
37.2 Health Informatics
emergency preparedness
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters,
34.5 Hospital Preparedness for Disasters,
34.5 Hospital Preparedness for Disasters
emergency surgery
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience
EMG
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.6 Polyneuropathy,
17 Summary
emphysema
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
empiric risk
30.3 Testing and Detection
empirical evidence
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
employment status
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability,
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability,
9.4 Access and Barriers to Health Care
end-of-life care
Introduction,
32.1 Palliation,
32.1 Palliation,
32.2 End-of-Life Care,
32.2 End-of-Life Care,
32.2 End-of-Life Care,
32.2 End-of-Life Care,
32.3 Assessment,
32.4 Psychosocial Support,
32.4 Psychosocial Support,
32.4 Psychosocial Support,
32.5 Special Considerations
end-stage renal disease
20.7 Renal Function and Chronic Kidney Disease
endocardium
12.1 Cardiovascular Overview
endocrine glands
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology
endocrine signaling
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology
endometriosis
20.5 Female-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
endoscopy
19.2 Disorders of the Oral Cavity,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
endotracheal tube
35.1 Assessment and Management of the Critically Ill Patient
endotracheal tube (ETT)
27.1 Postanesthesia Recovery and Care
enteral nutrition
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
enteral nutrition (EN)
19.3 Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
Environmental irritants
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
enzymatic debridement
28.4 Debridement
eosinophil
24.1 Allergic Response
eosinophil.
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
ependymoma
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
epicardium
12.1 Cardiovascular Overview
epicutaneous
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
Epicutaneous immunotherapy
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
epidemic
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters,
34.3 Epidemics and Pandemics,
34.3 Epidemics and Pandemics
epidermal
14.1 Integumentary Disorders
epidermis
14.1 Integumentary Disorders,
14.2 Burns,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions,
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing,
28.2 Wound Healing Process
epidural anesthesia
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations
epidural blood patch
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
epilepsy
17.5 Seizures
epinephrine
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.5 Adrenal Disorders,
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock
EpiPen
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema,
24.5 Allergy to Food,
24.6 Allergy to Latex,
24.7 Anaphylaxis
epithelialization
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing,
28.2 Wound Healing Process,
28.7 Nursing Management and Care Plan
Epley maneuver
18.2 Disorders of the Ear
erectile dysfunction
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
erythematous
14.1 Integumentary Disorders,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
erythropoietin
16.3 Polycythemia
erythropoietin (EPO)
16.1 Anemias
esophageal varices
35.5 Gastrointestinal Concerns
estrogen
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.6 Disorders of the Breast,
20.6 Disorders of the Breast
Ethical decision-making
1.3 Health Policy and Ethical Considerations
ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI)
30.3 Testing and Detection
ethics
1.3 Health Policy and Ethical Considerations,
5.2 Patient Care and Safety,
5.4 Ethical Challenges in Scope of Practice
ethics committee
5.1 Clinical Judgment and Ethical Dilemmas,
5.4 Ethical Challenges in Scope of Practice
European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (EPUAP)
28.3 Pressure Injury
euthanasia
32.2 End-of-Life Care
euvolemia
21.4 Pituitary Disorders
EVALI
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
evaluation
4.1 Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process,
4.1 Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process,
4.2 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Overview,
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues,
4.5 Evaluating Outcomes,
4.5 Evaluating Outcomes
evidence-based practice
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
exacerbation
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System
excoriation
14.1 Integumentary Disorders
exocrine glands
14.1 Integumentary Disorders
exocrine system
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology
exophthalmos
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
external otitis
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18 Summary
extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns
extradural
17.8 Spinal Disorders
eye assessment
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
F
FACES scale
7.2 Pain Assessment
factor V Leiden mutation
16.6 Thrombotic Disorder
fasciculation
17.6 Polyneuropathy
fasciotomy
13.3 Bone Fractures
febrile nonhemolytic reaction
16.7 Blood Products and Transfusion Principles
fecal impaction
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
fecal transplant
22.4 Preventing Secondary Infections
Federal Drug Administration
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Feedback loops
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology
fibrinolysis
16.6 Thrombotic Disorder
fibro fog
17.7 Chronic Pain Disorders
fibromyalgia
17.7 Chronic Pain Disorders
fight-flight-freeze system
8.4 Physiological Response
fine crackles
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment
Fine needle aspiration biopsy
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
first-degree burn
14.2 Burns
first-degree heart block
12.2 Dysrhythmia
FLACC scale
7.2 Pain Assessment
flaccid posturing
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
flash flood
34.1 Environmental Disasters
Florence Nightingale
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
fluid deprivation test
21.4 Pituitary Disorders
Fluticasone propionate
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma
focal seizure
17.5 Seizures
focused assessment
6.4 Bedside Physical Assessment in Medical-Surgical Nursing
focused health history
6.3 Health History
folliculitis
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
Food and Drug Administration Safety and Innovation Act (FDASIA)
37.2 Health Informatics
forced expiratory volume
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
forced vital capacity
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
forensic nurse
33.4 Forensic Nursing
fracture
Introduction,
13.1 Osteoporosis and Osteopenia,
13.3 Bone Fractures,
13.3 Bone Fractures,
13.3 Bone Fractures,
13.3 Bone Fractures,
13 Summary
fragile X syndrome
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
frameshift mutation
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
frontotemporal disorder
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
full disclosure
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
G
gangliocytoma
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
gastric residual volume
19.3 Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
gastroesophageal reflux disease
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System
General Adaptation Syndrome
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
general anesthesia
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations
generalization
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues
generalized exfoliative dermatitis
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
generalized seizure
17.5 Seizures
genetic engineering
29.1 Immune Response
Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA)
30.3 Testing and Detection
genetic screening
30.3 Testing and Detection
Genetic testing
30.1 Genetic Disorders,
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations,
30.3 Testing and Detection
genital vesicle
20.2 Sexually Transmitted Infections
genitourinary system
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology
genome-wide association studies (GWAS)
30.3 Testing and Detection
genomic condition
30.1 Genetic Disorders
genomics
30.1 Genetic Disorders
germline mutation
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
gestational diabetes (GDM)
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus
Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke,
17.9 Neurological Injuries,
33.1 Triage and Assessment
glaucoma
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
glial cell
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
glioblastoma multiforme (GBM)
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD)
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
glomus tumor
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
glucagon
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus
glucocorticoids
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
gonorrhea
20.2 Sexually Transmitted Infections,
20.5 Female-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
granulation tissue
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing,
28.2 Wound Healing Process,
28.3 Pressure Injury,
28.3 Pressure Injury,
28.4 Debridement,
28.5 Wound Care and Dressing
Graves’ disease
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
green tag
34.5 Hospital Preparedness for Disasters
guided imagery
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS)
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
H
H1N1 influenza virus
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters
hapten
24.1 Allergic Response
health
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness,
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits,
3.4 Purpose of Health Education and Patient Teaching ,
3.5 Strategies for Optimal Patient Education
Health Belief Model
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness
health disparity
2.3 Health Equity and Disparities
health equity
1.5 Health-Care Delivery Systems,
2.2 Cultural Assessment,
2.3 Health Equity and Disparities,
5.1 Clinical Judgment and Ethical Dilemmas
health inequities
1.5 Health-Care Delivery Systems
health informatics
37.1 Telemedicine and Artificial Intelligence,
37.2 Health Informatics,
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care,
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care
Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act
37.2 Health Informatics
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
1.7 Technology and Informatics,
37.1 Telemedicine and Artificial Intelligence
health literacy
3.3 Challenges Throughout the Lifespan,
3.3 Challenges Throughout the Lifespan,
3.4 Purpose of Health Education and Patient Teaching
health policy
1.3 Health Policy and Ethical Considerations
health promotion
Introduction,
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness,
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness,
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits,
3.3 Challenges Throughout the Lifespan,
3.3 Challenges Throughout the Lifespan,
3.4 Purpose of Health Education and Patient Teaching
health teaching
3.4 Purpose of Health Education and Patient Teaching
health-care delivery system
1.5 Health-Care Delivery Systems
health-care disparity
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness
health-care equity
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness
health-care proxy
32.3 Assessment
healthy boundary
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits
Healthy People 2030
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness,
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness,
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits,
3.4 Purpose of Health Education and Patient Teaching
hearing loss
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18 Summary
heart block
12.2 Dysrhythmia
heart failure
9.7 Care of the Chronically Ill Patient
hematemesis
35.5 Gastrointestinal Concerns
hematochezia
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
hematoma
28.2 Wound Healing Process
hematopoietic system
16.1 Anemias
hematuria
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
hemiparesis
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress,
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents
hemodynamic monitoring
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock,
23.4 Neurogenic Shock,
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns,
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns
hemodynamics
23.1 Shock Overview,
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock,
23.4 Neurogenic Shock,
23.4 Neurogenic Shock,
27.3 Hospitalized Postoperative Patient,
27.4 Postoperative Nursing Care Plan
hemoglobin
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion
hemoglobin (Hb)
16.1 Anemias
hemoglobin electrophoresis
16.2 Hereditary Disorders
hemoglobin solubility test
16.2 Hereditary Disorders
hemoglobinuria
16.7 Blood Products and Transfusion Principles
hemogram
16.1 Anemias
hemolysis
16.1 Anemias
hemoptysis
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.9 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Cystic Fibrosis
hemorrhage
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement,
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System,
27.3 Hospitalized Postoperative Patient,
27.4 Postoperative Nursing Care Plan
hemorrhagic bullae
24.3 Types of Dermatitis
hemorrhagic stroke
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke,
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke,
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke
heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT)
16.4 Thrombocytopenia
hepatitis
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections,
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections,
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections,
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
hepatocyte
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
hepatosplenomegaly
12.3 Heart Failure
herniated disk
17.8 Spinal Disorders
herniation
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1)
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2)
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
herpes zoster
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
heterozygous
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
high-pressure irrigation
28.4 Debridement
hirsutism
21.5 Adrenal Disorders
histology
20.6 Disorders of the Breast
Histoplasmosis
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
Hodgkin lymphoma
31.1 Oncological Disorders
holistic health
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness,
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness,
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits,
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits
home care
9.4 Access and Barriers to Health Care
homeostasis
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation,
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation,
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress,
8.3 Stress and Disease,
8.3 Stress and Disease,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement,
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
homonymous hemianopsia
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents
homozygous
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
hormone
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate,
20.6 Disorders of the Breast,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.4 Pituitary Disorders,
21.5 Adrenal Disorders
hormone receptor
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology
hospice care
32.1 Palliation,
32.2 End-of-Life Care,
32.2 End-of-Life Care,
32.2 End-of-Life Care,
32.3 Assessment,
32.3 Assessment
hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP)
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration
hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs)
35.7 Integumentary Concerns
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
humoral stimuli
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology
hungry bone syndrome
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
hydrocephalus
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke
hydrogel dressing
28.2 Wound Healing Process
hydrogels
28.5 Wound Care and Dressing
hygroscopic
28.5 Wound Care and Dressing
hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT)
28.6 Medical Management
hypercapnia
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
hyperglycemia
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus
hypergranulation
28.7 Nursing Management and Care Plan
hyperkalemia
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
20.7 Renal Function and Chronic Kidney Disease
hyperlipidemia
9.2 Comorbid Chronic Diseases
hypermetabolic state
23.3 Septic Shock
hyperopia
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS)
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus
hyperparathyroidism
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
hyperphosphatemia
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance
hyperplasia
14.1 Integumentary Disorders
hypersensitivity
24.1 Allergic Response,
24.3 Types of Dermatitis,
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema,
24.5 Allergy to Food,
24.6 Allergy to Latex
hypertension
9.2 Comorbid Chronic Diseases,
9.6 The Chronic Care Model,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management,
38.1 Unfolding Case Study Dissection
hypertensive urgency
12.4 Hypertension
Hyperthyroidism
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
hypertonic
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement
hypertrophy
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
hyperviscosity syndrome
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer
hypervolemia
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement
hypochloremia
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance
hypokalemia
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
hypoparathyroidism
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
hypophosphatemia
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance
hypophysectomy
21.4 Pituitary Disorders
hypotension
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.7 Renal Function and Chronic Kidney Disease,
20.7 Renal Function and Chronic Kidney Disease,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management
hypothalamic-pituitary axis (HPA)
8.4 Physiological Response
hypothalamus
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.4 Physiological Response,
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders,
21.4 Pituitary Disorders
hypothesis
4.2 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model Overview,
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action
hypothyroidism
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders,
25.2 Preoperative Nursing Priorities
hypotonic
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance
hypovolemia
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement,
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement,
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement,
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement
hypovolemic shock
10.2 Fluid Disturbances and Replacement
I
iatrogenic pneumothorax
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax
ibuprofen
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management
ictal
17.5 Seizures
idiopathic
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)
16.4 Thrombocytopenia
immune globulin
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis
immune system
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
22.1 Infectious Process,
22.1 Infectious Process,
22.3 Antibiotic Resistance
immunocompetent
29.1 Immune Response
immunocompromised
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
29.1 Immune Response,
29.3 Immunodeficiency
immunodeficiency
29.1 Immune Response,
29.1 Immune Response,
29.3 Immunodeficiency,
29.3 Immunodeficiency
immunoglobulin
24.1 Allergic Response
immunomodulatory therapy
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System
immunosenescence
29.1 Immune Response
immunosuppressants
29.1 Immune Response
immunosuppression
29.1 Immune Response
immunosurveillance
31.1 Oncological Disorders
immunotherapy
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.7 Anaphylaxis,
29.1 Immune Response,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.4 Survivorship
impetigo
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
implementation
4.1 Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action,
4.5 Evaluating Outcomes
implied consent
33.1 Triage and Assessment
incentive spirometer
25.2 Preoperative Nursing Priorities,
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan,
27.3 Hospitalized Postoperative Patient,
27.3 Hospitalized Postoperative Patient
incident command system (ICS)
34.5 Hospital Preparedness for Disasters
incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD)
28.3 Pressure Injury
increased intracranial pressure (IICP)
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
individualized care plan
36.3 Additional Care Settings in the Community
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability
induced mutation
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
inductive reasoning
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action
infarct
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
infarction
12.5 Myocardial Infarction
infection control measures
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters,
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters,
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters,
34.3 Epidemics and Pandemics,
34.3 Epidemics and Pandemics,
34.4 Community Response to Disaster,
34.5 Hospital Preparedness for Disasters
infection prevention
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management
infectious disease
22.1 Infectious Process
inference
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues
inferences
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues
infertility
20.2 Sexually Transmitted Infections,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.5 Female-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.5 Female-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
inflammation
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing,
29.1 Immune Response,
29.1 Immune Response,
29.1 Immune Response,
29.2 Autoimmunity
inflammatory bowel disease
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.7 Ostomy Care
inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
inflammatory response
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
influenza
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections,
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections,
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters,
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters,
34.3 Epidemics and Pandemics
informatics
37.1 Telemedicine and Artificial Intelligence,
37.2 Health Informatics,
37.2 Health Informatics,
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care,
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care
informatics nurse specialist (INS)
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care
information and communications technology (ICT)
37.2 Health Informatics
informed consent
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice,
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan,
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan
inhaled corticosteroids
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
initial stage
23.1 Shock Overview
innate genetic factor
31.1 Oncological Disorders
innate immune response
22.1 Infectious Process
inotropic
27.4 Postoperative Nursing Care Plan
inotropic drug
23.4 Neurogenic Shock
inpatient hospital operating room
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience
Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Patient Assessment Instrument (IRF-PAI)
36.2 Rehabilitative Care
Institute for Healthcare Improvement
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
instrumental activity of daily living (IADL)
36.2 Rehabilitative Care
insulin
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus
integrative medicine
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine
integumentary system
14.1 Integumentary Disorders
intentional poisoning
33.2 Types of Emergency Care
intercollaborative care
1.2 Intercollaborative Care
Interdisciplinary collaboration
27.4 Postoperative Nursing Care Plan
Interdisciplinary teamwork
1 Summary
interferons
29.1 Immune Response
interleukins
29.1 Immune Response
intermittent claudication
12.7 Peripheral Vascular Disease
internal fixation
13.3 Bone Fractures
international normalized ratio (INR)
16.6 Thrombotic Disorder
International Prostate Symptom Score
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
interoperability
37.2 Health Informatics,
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care,
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care
interstitial compartment
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis
intertriginous dermatitis (ITD)
28.3 Pressure Injury
intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABPs)
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns
intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH)
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke
intracranial hemorrhage
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
intracranial pressure (ICP)
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
intradural-extramedullary
17.8 Spinal Disorders
intramedullary
17.8 Spinal Disorders
intraoperative phase
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience
intravenous fat emulsion
19.3 Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
intravenous immunoglobulin infusion therapy (IVIG)
16.4 Thrombocytopenia
intrinsic factor
16.1 Anemias
intuition
6.1 Critical Thinking in Assessment,
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship
involuntary hold
33.2 Types of Emergency Care
iron chelation therapy
16.2 Hereditary Disorders
iron supplements
16.1 Anemias
iron-deficiency anemia
16.1 Anemias
irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
J
K
Kaposi’s sarcoma
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
Kayexalate
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance
keloid
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
keratoconjunctivitis sicca
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
keratoconus
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
Kernig’s sign
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
ketoconazole
14.1 Integumentary Disorders,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
ketorolac
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management
kidney stones
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
kinesthetic learning
3.5 Strategies for Optimal Patient Education
Kussmaul respirations
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus
L
lacunar stroke
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
landslide
34.1 Environmental Disasters
laryngopharynx
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion
late effect
31.4 Survivorship
late effects
31.4 Survivorship
latex
24.1 Allergic Response,
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema,
24.6 Allergy to Latex,
24.7 Anaphylaxis,
24 Summary
Lean model
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
left ventricular hypertrophy
12.3 Heart Failure
left-sided heart failure
12.3 Heart Failure
leptin
19.1 Nutritional Disorders
lesion
20.6 Disorders of the Breast
leukemia
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer
leukocyte
22.1 Infectious Process
leukotriene
24.1 Allergic Response,
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.6 Allergy to Latex
level of consciousness
35.4 Neurological Concerns
Lewy body dementia
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
lichenification
14.1 Integumentary Disorders
lifestyle assessment
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits
liver biopsy
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
liver cirrhosis
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
liver disease
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
local adaptation syndrome
8.4 Physiological Response
locked-in syndrome
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents
long COVID
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
low back pain
17.8 Spinal Disorders
Lucilia sericata
28.4 Debridement
lumbar puncture
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.5 Seizures
lumbar spinal stenosis
17.8 Spinal Disorders
lumbar spine
17.8 Spinal Disorders
lung cancer
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.4 Survivorship
Lung function test
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis
Lung transplantation
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
lymph
22.1 Infectious Process,
29.1 Immune Response,
29.1 Immune Response,
29.1 Immune Response,
29.3 Immunodeficiency
lymph node
22.1 Infectious Process
lymphedema
20.6 Disorders of the Breast
M
maceration
28.2 Wound Healing Process,
28.3 Pressure Injury,
28.4 Debridement,
28.7 Nursing Management and Care Plan
macronutrients
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
macrophages
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing,
28.7 Nursing Management and Care Plan
macrosystem
1.6 Systems-Based Practice
macular degeneration
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
maggot larval therapy (MT)
28.4 Debridement
magnet therapy
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
magnetic resonance angiography
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
magnetic resonance imaging
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
major neurocognitive disorder (MND)
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
malabsorption
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
maladaptive behaviors
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation
maladaptive coping
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation
malar rash
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema
malignant
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.8 Spinal Disorders,
29.1 Immune Response,
29.1 Immune Response,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.4 Survivorship
malignant hypertension
12.4 Hypertension
malignant hyperthermia
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan
mammograms
20.6 Disorders of the Breast
marijuana
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine
mass casualty triage
34.5 Hospital Preparedness for Disasters,
34.5 Hospital Preparedness for Disasters
mass effect
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke
mast cell
24.1 Allergic Response,
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema,
24.5 Allergy to Food,
24.7 Anaphylaxis
mastoidectomy
18.2 Disorders of the Ear
mastoiditis
18.2 Disorders of the Ear
mean arterial pressure (MAP)
23.1 Shock Overview
mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (MCHC)
16.1 Anemias
mean corpuscular volume (MCV)
16.1 Anemias
meaningful use
37.2 Health Informatics
Meaningful Use Electronic Health Record (HER) Incentive Program
37.2 Health Informatics
medical adhesive-related skin injury (MARSI)
28.3 Pressure Injury
Medical Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (MOLST)
32.1 Palliation
Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA)
37.2 Health Informatics
Medicare Hospice Benefit
32.1 Palliation
Medication management
36.1 Home Health Care,
36.2 Rehabilitative Care,
36.4 Transition and Continuity of Care
medication reconciliation
3.4 Purpose of Health Education and Patient Teaching ,
6.1 Critical Thinking in Assessment
medication regimen
36.1 Home Health Care
meditation
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
medulla oblongata
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation,
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion
medulloblastoma
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
melanocytic nevus
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
melanoma
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
meningioma
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
meningitis
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.5 Seizures
menstruation
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology
mental, emotional, and social wellness
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness
metabolic acidosis
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance,
23.1 Shock Overview,
23.1 Shock Overview,
23.3 Septic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock
metastasis
19.2 Disorders of the Oral Cavity,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer
metastatic brain tumor
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
metastatic spinal tumor
17.8 Spinal Disorders
methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
22.3 Antibiotic Resistance
Methylxanthines
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
microbiome
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
micronutrients
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine
microsystem
1.6 Systems-Based Practice
midline shift
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke
migraine
17.7 Chronic Pain Disorders
migraines
7.1 Concepts and Causes of Pain
mild stressor
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress
mindfulness
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
mindfulness practice
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits
mitigation phase
34.4 Community Response to Disaster
mitochondrial inheritance
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
mixed epidemic
34.3 Epidemics and Pandemics
mobility
Introduction,
13.1 Osteoporosis and Osteopenia,
13.2 Osteoarthritis,
13.3 Bone Fractures,
13.4 Muscular Dystrophy
Mobitz I second-degree heart block
12.2 Dysrhythmia
Mobitz II second-degree heart block
12.2 Dysrhythmia
Model for Improvement
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
Model of End-Stage Liver Disease (MELD) Score
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
moderate sedation
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations
modifiable risk factor
3.3 Challenges Throughout the Lifespan
moisture-associated skin damage (MASD)
28.3 Pressure Injury
monitored anesthesia care (MAC)
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations
Monro-Kellie doctrine
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
morbidity
25.4 Special Preoperative Considerations
morphine
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management
mortality
25.4 Special Preoperative Considerations
motor nerve
17.6 Polyneuropathy
mourning
32.4 Psychosocial Support
MRI
15.2 Ischemic Stroke,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke,
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke,
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes,
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.5 Seizures,
17.7 Chronic Pain Disorders,
17.8 Spinal Disorders,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer
multimodal
5.3 Ethical Patient Education
multimodal anesthesia
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations
multiorgan failure (MOF)
23.1 Shock Overview
multiple myeloma
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer
multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS)
35.1 Assessment and Management of the Critically Ill Patient
multiple sclerosis (MS)
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System
multipotent
29.1 Immune Response
mupirocin
14.1 Integumentary Disorders,
14.1 Integumentary Disorders,
14.2 Burns,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
muscular dystrophy (MD)
13.4 Muscular Dystrophy
myasthenia gravis
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
myasthenia gravis (MG)
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System
myelin
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.6 Polyneuropathy
myocardial infarction
12.2 Dysrhythmia,
12.3 Heart Failure,
12.5 Myocardial Infarction,
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns
myocardial infarction (MI)
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns
myoclonic generalized seizure
17.5 Seizures
myringotomy
18.2 Disorders of the Ear
myxedema coma
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
N
naproxen
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management
Nasacort
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
NasalCrom
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
nasopharynx
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion
National Council of State Boards of Nursing
1.2 Intercollaborative Care,
4.1 Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process
National Institutes of Health
27.1 Postanesthesia Recovery and Care,
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP)
28.3 Pressure Injury
National Weather Service (NWS),
34.1 Environmental Disasters
natriuretic peptides
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis
natural immunity
29.1 Immune Response
Nebulized hypertonic saline
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis
necrosis
28.3 Pressure Injury,
28.4 Debridement,
28.5 Wound Care and Dressing,
35.7 Integumentary Concerns
necrotic tissue
28.2 Wound Healing Process,
28.3 Pressure Injury,
28.4 Debridement,
28.5 Wound Care and Dressing,
28.7 Nursing Management and Care Plan
needle decompression
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax
negative
6.3 Health History
negative feedback
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
negative feedback loop
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology
negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT)
28.2 Wound Healing Process,
28.2 Wound Healing Process,
28.6 Medical Management
neoplasm
29.1 Immune Response
neoplastic transformation
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
nephritis
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease
nephropathy
20.7 Renal Function and Chronic Kidney Disease
nephrotoxic
35.6 Renal Concerns
nerve conduction
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
nerve conduction studies
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.6 Polyneuropathy,
17.8 Spinal Disorders
nerve conduction study
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
neural stimuli
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology
neurodegenerative disease
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
neurofibrillary tangle
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
neurofibromatosis
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
neurofilament light chain (NfL)
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
neuromuscular junction
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System
neurons
Introduction,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.5 Seizures
neuropsychologist
36.2 Rehabilitative Care
neutropenia
16.5 Neutropenia,
16.5 Neutropenia,
16.5 Neutropenia,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer
Nintedanib (Ofev)
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
nociceptive pain
7.1 Concepts and Causes of Pain
nociceptor
7.1 Concepts and Causes of Pain
nocturia
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate,
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate,
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
nodule
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
nonmaleficence
1.3 Health Policy and Ethical Considerations
nonmodifiable risk factor
3.3 Challenges Throughout the Lifespan
nonpenetrating
17.9 Neurological Injuries
nonpharmacological interventions
14.1 Integumentary Disorders,
14.2 Burns,
14.2 Burns,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
nonverbal communication
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship,
6.4 Bedside Physical Assessment in Medical-Surgical Nursing
nonviral hepatitis
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
norepinephrine
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
17.9 Neurological Injuries,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.5 Adrenal Disorders,
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock
normal pain
7.1 Concepts and Causes of Pain
normal sinus rhythm
12.2 Dysrhythmia
Norton Scale
28.3 Pressure Injury
NSAID
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management,
7.5 Substance Use Disorder,
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease,
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease,
13.6 Soft Tissue Injuries,
13 Summary
nuclear disaster
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters
nulliparity
20.6 Disorders of the Breast
numerical rating scale (NRS)
7.2 Pain Assessment
Nurse Practice Act
1.1 Professional Nursing Practice
nurse-patient relationship
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship,
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship,
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship
nursing assessment
27.1 Postanesthesia Recovery and Care
nursing care
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.7 Ostomy Care
nursing informatics
1.7 Technology and Informatics
nursing research
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
nutritional assessment
19.1 Nutritional Disorders
O
obesity
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
objective assessment findings
33.1 Triage and Assessment
objective data
4.1 Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process,
4.3 Recognizing and Analyzing Cues,
4.5 Evaluating Outcomes
occupational health
36.3 Additional Care Settings in the Community
ocular
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
odynophagia
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System
Office of Interoperability and Standards (OIS)
37.2 Health Informatics
Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC)
37.2 Health Informatics,
37 Summary
oligodendroglioma
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
oncogenes
31.1 Oncological Disorders
oncological emergency
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer
Oncology Nursing Society
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.4 Survivorship
oncotic pressure
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis
onset awareness
17.5 Seizures
onset impaired awareness
17.5 Seizures
onycholysis
14.1 Integumentary Disorders
open-angle glaucoma
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
ophthalmoscope
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
opioid use disorder (OUD)
7.5 Substance Use Disorder
opportunistic infection
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
optometrists
18 Summary
oral antihistamines
14.1 Integumentary Disorders,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
orchiectomy
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
oropharynx
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion
orthopnea
12.3 Heart Failure
orthostatic hypotension
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock
orthotist
36.2 Rehabilitative Care
osmolarity
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis
osmoreceptors
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis
osmosis
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis
osmotic demyelination syndrome
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance
osmotic diuresis
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus
osteoarthritis (OA)
13.2 Osteoarthritis
osteoclast
13.1 Osteoporosis and Osteopenia
Osteomalacia
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology
osteopenia
13.1 Osteoporosis and Osteopenia,
13.1 Osteoporosis and Osteopenia,
13.1 Osteoporosis and Osteopenia
osteoporosis
13.1 Osteoporosis and Osteopenia,
13.1 Osteoporosis and Osteopenia,
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease,
17.8 Spinal Disorders
otalgia
18.2 Disorders of the Ear
otitis media
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear
ototoxicity
18.2 Disorders of the Ear
outcome
4.1 Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action
oxygen saturation
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.8 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Tuberculosis,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
oxygen therapy
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
oxygenation
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion,
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
Introduction,
12.2 Dysrhythmia,
12.2 Dysrhythmia,
12.3 Heart Failure,
12.5 Myocardial Infarction,
12.5 Myocardial Infarction,
12.5 Myocardial Infarction
oxyhemoglobin
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion
P
PACU
27.2 Postoperative Pain Management,
27.2 Postoperative Pain Management,
27.3 Hospitalized Postoperative Patient,
27 Summary
pain
7.1 Concepts and Causes of Pain,
7.2 Pain Assessment,
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management,
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management,
7.5 Substance Use Disorder
pain assessment
27.2 Postoperative Pain Management
pain assessment in advanced dementia (PAINAD) scale
7.2 Pain Assessment
pain goal
7.2 Pain Assessment,
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management,
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
pain management
7.2 Pain Assessment,
7.2 Pain Assessment,
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management,
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management,
27.1 Postanesthesia Recovery and Care,
27.1 Postanesthesia Recovery and Care,
27.2 Postoperative Pain Management,
27.3 Hospitalized Postoperative Patient,
27.4 Postoperative Nursing Care Plan,
27.4 Postoperative Nursing Care Plan,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer
palliation
32.1 Palliation
palliative care
Introduction,
32.1 Palliation,
32.1 Palliation,
32.1 Palliation,
32.1 Palliation,
32.1 Palliation,
32.2 End-of-Life Care,
32.3 Assessment,
32.3 Assessment,
32.3 Assessment
Palpation of the chest
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment
Pan Pacific Pressure Injury Alliance (PPPIA)
28.3 Pressure Injury
pancreas
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus
pancreatic enzymes
11.9 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Cystic Fibrosis
pancreatitis
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
pancytopenia
16.5 Neutropenia
pandemic
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters,
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters,
34.3 Epidemics and Pandemics,
34.3 Epidemics and Pandemics
papilledema
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes
papule
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
parakeratosis
14.1 Integumentary Disorders
paralytic ileus
19.3 Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
paraplegia
17.9 Neurological Injuries
parasympathetic nervous system
8.4 Physiological Response
parathyroid
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
parathyroid hormone
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
paresthesia
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
Parkinson disease
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
partial pressure
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion
partial thromboplastic time (PTT)
16.6 Thrombotic Disorder
partial-thickness wound
28.2 Wound Healing Process
pathogenicity
22.1 Infectious Process
patient education
Introduction,
3.3 Challenges Throughout the Lifespan,
3.4 Purpose of Health Education and Patient Teaching ,
3.5 Strategies for Optimal Patient Education,
5.3 Ethical Patient Education,
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.2 Disorders of the Oral Cavity,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.7 Ostomy Care,
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus,
21.5 Adrenal Disorders
patient history
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
patient navigator
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer
patient outcome
4.1 Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process,
4.1 Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action,
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action
patient safety
25.1 Preadmission Assessment and Education,
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan,
25.4 Special Preoperative Considerations,
25 Summary,
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience,
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management
patient-centered
6.1 Critical Thinking in Assessment,
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship,
6.3 Health History
patient-centered care
1.1 Professional Nursing Practice,
2.1 Concepts in Culture,
2.1 Concepts in Culture,
2.2 Cultural Assessment,
2.2 Cultural Assessment,
2.2 Cultural Assessment,
2.3 Health Equity and Disparities,
2.3 Health Equity and Disparities,
2.3 Health Equity and Disparities,
9.1 Chronic Disease and Illness (Prevalence and Etiology),
9.7 Care of the Chronically Ill Patient,
27.3 Hospitalized Postoperative Patient,
27.4 Postoperative Nursing Care Plan
patient-controlled analgesia (PCA)
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management
PDSA cycle
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
peak flow meter
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma
pediculosis
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
20.2 Sexually Transmitted Infections,
20.5 Female-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
pelvic nodules
20.5 Female-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
penetrating
17.9 Neurological Injuries
penicillin
24.1 Allergic Response
penis
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.2 Sexually Transmitted Infections,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
penumbra
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
peptic ulcer disease (PUD)
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System
peptide
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis
perfusion
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion,
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
Introduction,
12.2 Dysrhythmia,
12.3 Heart Failure,
12.4 Hypertension,
12.5 Myocardial Infarction,
12.5 Myocardial Infarction,
12.7 Peripheral Vascular Disease,
Introduction,
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke,
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke,
23.3 Septic Shock
pericarditis
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease
pericardium
12.1 Cardiovascular Overview
perioperative
Introduction
peripheral arterial disease
12.7 Peripheral Vascular Disease
peripheral blood smear
16.2 Hereditary Disorders
peripheral nervous system
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.6 Polyneuropathy
peripheral venous disease
12.7 Peripheral Vascular Disease
peristalsis
19.3 Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
permissive hypertension
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
personal protective equipment (PPE)
33.3 Managing Risk Exposure,
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters,
34.5 Hospital Preparedness for Disasters
PET
17.5 Seizures
petechiae
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
Peyer patches
24.1 Allergic Response
pH
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
phagocytosis
29.1 Immune Response
phantom pain
7.1 Concepts and Causes of Pain
pharmacogenetics
30.1 Genetic Disorders
pharmacogenomics
30.1 Genetic Disorders
Pharmacological interventions
14.1 Integumentary Disorders
pharmacological therapies
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
pharmacological therapy
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management
phase I PACU
27.1 Postanesthesia Recovery and Care
phase II PACU
27.1 Postanesthesia Recovery and Care
phonophobia
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
Phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitors
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
photophobia
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
phototherapy
14.1 Integumentary Disorders
physiatrist
36.2 Rehabilitative Care
physical examination
6.1 Critical Thinking in Assessment,
6.4 Bedside Physical Assessment in Medical-Surgical Nursing,
6.4 Bedside Physical Assessment in Medical-Surgical Nursing,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
physical stress
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.5 Psychological Response,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
physical therapist (PT)
28.6 Medical Management
physical wellness
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness
Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST)
32.1 Palliation
physiological stress
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation
pigmented nevus
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
pituitary adenoma
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
pituitary gland
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
Introduction,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders,
21.4 Pituitary Disorders
plaque psoriasis
14.1 Integumentary Disorders
plasma
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
16.7 Blood Products and Transfusion Principles
plasmapheresis
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System
platelet aggregation
16.6 Thrombotic Disorder
platelets
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
16.5 Neutropenia,
16.7 Blood Products and Transfusion Principles
pleural effusion
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
pleural fluid
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax
pleural space
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion,
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
pleuritis
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease
pluripotent
29.1 Immune Response
pneumoconiosis
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
pneumothorax
19.3 Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
poikilothermia
6.4 Bedside Physical Assessment in Medical-Surgical Nursing
point mutation
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
point source epidemic
34.3 Epidemics and Pandemics
poisoning
33.2 Types of Emergency Care
polycythemia vera
16.3 Polycythemia
polyneuropathy
17.6 Polyneuropathy
polypharmacy
9.2 Comorbid Chronic Diseases
population screening
30.3 Testing and Detection
portal hypertension
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
positioning devices
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations
positive adaptive behaviors
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation
positive expiratory pressure devices
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis
positive feedback
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology
positive health concept
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness
postanesthesia care unit (PACU)
27.1 Postanesthesia Recovery and Care
postdrome
17.7 Chronic Pain Disorders
postictal
17.5 Seizures
postoperative
Introduction,
27.2 Postoperative Pain Management,
27.3 Hospitalized Postoperative Patient,
27.4 Postoperative Nursing Care Plan
postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV)
27.1 Postanesthesia Recovery and Care
postoperative phase
27.1 Postanesthesia Recovery and Care
postoperative urinary retention (POUR)
27.4 Postoperative Nursing Care Plan
potassium
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance,
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
PQRST mnemonic
12.3 Heart Failure
preadmission testing
25.1 Preadmission Assessment and Education,
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan,
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan,
25.4 Special Preoperative Considerations,
25 Summary
precision health
37.2 Health Informatics
predictive medicine
37.2 Health Informatics
premature atrial contraction (PAC)
12.2 Dysrhythmia
premature ventricular contraction (PVC)
12.2 Dysrhythmia
preoperative phase
25.1 Preadmission Assessment and Education,
25.2 Preoperative Nursing Priorities,
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan,
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan
pressure injury
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing,
28.3 Pressure Injury,
28.3 Pressure Injury,
28.3 Pressure Injury,
28.7 Nursing Management and Care Plan,
28.7 Nursing Management and Care Plan
prevalence
37.1 Telemedicine and Artificial Intelligence,
37.2 Health Informatics,
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care
prevention
19.2 Disorders of the Oral Cavity,
19.3 Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition,
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
preventive lifestyle health-promotion activity
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits
primary brain tumor
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
primary hypertension
12.4 Hypertension
primary immunodeficiencies
29.3 Immunodeficiency
primary injury
17.9 Neurological Injuries
primary intention
28.2 Wound Healing Process
primary prevention
1.5 Health-Care Delivery Systems
primary spinal tumor
17.8 Spinal Disorders
primary spontaneous pneumothorax
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax
Privacy Rule
1.7 Technology and Informatics
prodrome
17.5 Seizures
professional boundaries
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship
professional boundary
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship
programmed death
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
progressive care unit
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns
proliferation
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing,
28.2 Wound Healing Process,
28.6 Medical Management,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.1 Oncological Disorders
propagated epidemic
34.3 Epidemics and Pandemics
prophylactic mastectomy
20.6 Disorders of the Breast
prostate cancer
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer
prostate gland
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate,
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
prosthetist
36.2 Rehabilitative Care
prothrombin G20210A mutation
16.6 Thrombotic Disorder
prothrombin time (PT)
16.6 Thrombotic Disorder
proto-oncogene
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
proton pump inhibitor (PPI)
19.4 Disorders of the Upper GI System
provider-assisted death
32.2 End-of-Life Care
pruritus
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
psychiatric emergencies
33.2 Types of Emergency Care
psychiatric hold
33.2 Types of Emergency Care
psychoneuroimmunology
29.1 Immune Response
pterygium
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
public health informatics
37.2 Health Informatics
pulmonary artery
12.1 Cardiovascular Overview
pulmonary embolism
27.4 Postoperative Nursing Care Plan
pulmonary embolism (PE)
16.6 Thrombotic Disorder
pulmonary embolus
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion
pulmonary function testing
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.9 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Cystic Fibrosis,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
Pulmonary rehabilitation
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
pulse oximeter
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
27.1 Postanesthesia Recovery and Care,
27.3 Hospitalized Postoperative Patient,
33.1 Triage and Assessment
pulse oximetry
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration
pulse pressure
35.4 Neurological Concerns
pustule
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
Q
Qnasl
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
quadriplegia
17.9 Neurological Injuries
qualitative research
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)
1.1 Professional Nursing Practice
quality improvement
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
quantitative research
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
R
radiation burn
14.2 Burns
radiation proctitis
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
radiation therapy
20.6 Disorders of the Breast,
Introduction,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.4 Survivorship,
31.4 Survivorship
radical prostatectomy
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
radiological disaster
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters
Raynaud’s syndrome
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease
reactive health-promotion activity
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits
recessive lethal inheritance
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
recurrence
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.4 Survivorship,
31.4 Survivorship,
31.4 Survivorship
red blood cells
16.1 Anemias
referred pain
7.1 Concepts and Causes of Pain
reflexology
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
registered nurse first assist (RNFA)
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience
rehabilitation
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
rehabilitative nursing
36.2 Rehabilitative Care
relative hypovolemia
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock
religion
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness
remission
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.4 Survivorship,
31.4 Survivorship
renal system
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.7 Renal Function and Chronic Kidney Disease
renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis
renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS)
23.1 Shock Overview
Residual muscle paralysis
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management
resorption
13.1 Osteoporosis and Osteopenia
Respect for human dignity
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
Respiratory assessment
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax
respiratory distress
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
respiratory rate
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion,
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.8 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Tuberculosis,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
respiratory therapist
10.4 Acid-Base Imbalance
respiratory zone
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion
respite care
32.2 End-of-Life Care
restraints
5.1 Clinical Judgment and Ethical Dilemmas
reticulocyte count
16.2 Hereditary Disorders
retinal vascular disorder
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
retinopathy
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye,
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
reverse transcriptase
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
rhabdomyolysis
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease
Rhinocort
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
rhinorrhea
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema
ribonucleic acid (RNA)
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
right-sided heart failure
12.3 Heart Failure
risk factors
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
risk probability
30.3 Testing and Detection
RN circulator
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience
Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
19.1 Nutritional Disorders
Rovsing sign
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
S
safety and surroundings assessment
6.4 Bedside Physical Assessment in Medical-Surgical Nursing
sandwich generation
3.3 Challenges Throughout the Lifespan
sarcoma
31.1 Oncological Disorders
scabies
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
schwannoma
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System
sciatica
17.8 Spinal Disorders
scope of practice
1.1 Professional Nursing Practice
scrotum
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
scrub nurse
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience
seborrheic dermatitis
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
second-degree burn
14.2 Burns
secondary hypertension
12.4 Hypertension
secondary immunodeficiency
29.3 Immunodeficiency
secondary injury
17.9 Neurological Injuries
secondary intention
28.2 Wound Healing Process
Secondary mediators
24.1 Allergic Response
secondary polycythemia
16.3 Polycythemia
secondary prevention
1.5 Health-Care Delivery Systems
secondary spontaneous pneumothorax
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax
Security Rule
1.7 Technology and Informatics
seizure
17.1 Intracranial Pressure Changes,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.5 Seizures,
17.9 Neurological Injuries
seizure threshold
17.5 Seizures
selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine
self-care practice
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits,
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits
self-determination
5.1 Clinical Judgment and Ethical Dilemmas
self-management support
9.6 The Chronic Care Model
senescent cell
28.4 Debridement
sensitization
24.1 Allergic Response,
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.3 Types of Dermatitis,
24.5 Allergy to Food
sensory nerve
17.6 Polyneuropathy
sentinel event
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan
sepsis
23.3 Septic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock
septic reaction
16.7 Blood Products and Transfusion Principles
sequential compression device (SCD)
16.6 Thrombotic Disorder
serotonin
24.1 Allergic Response
sex chromosomes
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
sexual assault nurse examiners (SANE)
33.4 Forensic Nursing
sexually transmitted infection (STI)
20.2 Sexually Transmitted Infections
shadow grief
32.5 Special Considerations
sickle cell anemia (SCA)
16.2 Hereditary Disorders
side effect
3.3 Challenges Throughout the Lifespan,
3.4 Purpose of Health Education and Patient Teaching
sinus bradycardia
12.2 Dysrhythmia
Six Sigma model
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
skin biopsy
14.1 Integumentary Disorders,
14.1 Integumentary Disorders,
14.2 Burns,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
skin flap
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
skin preparation
25.2 Preoperative Nursing Priorities,
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan,
25.4 Special Preoperative Considerations
skip lesion
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
sleep hygiene
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits
smart medical bed
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care
smart pump
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care
smoking
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
Snellen chart
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
social determinants of health (SDOH)
1.3 Health Policy and Ethical Considerations
socioeconomic status
2.2 Cultural Assessment
socioeconomic status (SES)
2.3 Health Equity and Disparities
somatic function
17.6 Polyneuropathy
somatic mutation
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
somatic pain
7.1 Concepts and Causes of Pain
spinal cord injury
17.9 Neurological Injuries
spinal disorder
17.8 Spinal Disorders
spinal shock
23.4 Neurogenic Shock
spinal tumor
17.8 Spinal Disorders
spiritual wellness
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness
spirituality
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness
spirometry
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
spleen
22.1 Infectious Process
splenomegaly
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease
spondylolisthesis
17.8 Spinal Disorders
spontaneous breathing trials
35.3 Respiratory Concerns
spontaneous mutation
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
squamous cell carcinoma
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
stage of exhaustion
21.5 Adrenal Disorders
stage of resistance
21.5 Adrenal Disorders
STAMP method
33.3 Managing Risk Exposure
Staphylococcus aureus
14.1 Integumentary Disorders
steatorrhea
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.1 Nutritional Disorders,
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
stem cell transplant
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.4 Survivorship
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS)
14.2 Burns
stoma
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System,
19.7 Ostomy Care,
19.7 Ostomy Care,
19.7 Ostomy Care,
19.7 Ostomy Care,
19.7 Ostomy Care
stomatitis
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer
storm surge
34.1 Environmental Disasters
stratum basale
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing
stratum corneum
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing
stratum granulosum
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing
stratum lucidum
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing
stratum spinosum
28.1 Cellular Response and Adaptation in Wound Healing
stress
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation,
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation,
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress,
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress,
8.3 Stress and Disease,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.5 Psychological Response,
8.5 Psychological Response,
8.5 Psychological Response,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.7 Role of Stress in Family Health,
8.7 Role of Stress in Family Health,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Stress Adaptation Model
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation
Stress Theory
8.4 Physiological Response
Stress Transactional Model
8.3 Stress and Disease
stressor
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation,
8.1 Homeostasis, Stress, and Adaptation,
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress,
8.3 Stress and Disease,
8.3 Stress and Disease,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.5 Psychological Response,
8.5 Psychological Response,
8.5 Psychological Response,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine
subacute back pain
17.8 Spinal Disorders
subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH)
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke
subcutaneous emphysema
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax
subcutaneous immunotherapy
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
subjective assessment findings
33.1 Triage and Assessment
subjective interview
9.7 Care of the Chronically Ill Patient
Sublingual immunotherapy
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
substance use disorder (SUD)
7.5 Substance Use Disorder
Sudafed
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
super user
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care
supraventricular tachycardia (SVT)
12.2 Dysrhythmia
surgeon
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience,
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience,
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management
surgical asepsis
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations
surgical assistant
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience
Surgical attire
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations
surgical debridement
28.4 Debridement
surgical pause
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations
surgical team
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience,
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience,
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience,
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management,
26.3 Intraoperative Nursing Management
surveillance
37.2 Health Informatics
survivorship
Introduction,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.4 Survivorship,
31.4 Survivorship
sympathetic nervous system
8.2 Causes and Types of Stress,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.4 Physiological Response,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.8 Pharmacotherapy and Complementary and Alternative Medicine,
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
23.1 Shock Overview,
23.1 Shock Overview,
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock,
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock,
23.4 Neurogenic Shock
syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone release (SIADH)
21.4 Pituitary Disorders
syphilis
20.2 Sexually Transmitted Infections
systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS)
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
systemic lupus erythematosus
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease
systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease
systems-based practice
1.6 Systems-Based Practice
T
T cell
24.1 Allergic Response
T cells
14.1 Integumentary Disorders,
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions,
29.1 Immune Response,
29.1 Immune Response,
29.2 Autoimmunity,
29.3 Immunodeficiency,
29.3 Immunodeficiency
T3
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
T4
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders,
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
tachycardia
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
12.2 Dysrhythmia,
12.5 Myocardial Infarction,
12.6 Vascular Disorders
taking action
4.4 Prioritizing Hypotheses, Generating Solutions, and Taking Action,
4.5 Evaluating Outcomes,
9.7 Care of the Chronically Ill Patient
teach-back method
3.5 Strategies for Optimal Patient Education
TeamSTEPPS
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship,
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship
technological disaster
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters
telehealth
1.5 Health-Care Delivery Systems,
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits,
3.5 Strategies for Optimal Patient Education
telemedicine
37.1 Telemedicine and Artificial Intelligence,
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care,
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care
telemetry
12.2 Dysrhythmia,
12.2 Dysrhythmia,
12.2 Dysrhythmia,
12.3 Heart Failure,
12.4 Hypertension,
12.5 Myocardial Infarction
telemonitoring
3.5 Strategies for Optimal Patient Education
telomeres
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress,
8.6 Inflammation: Cellular Response to Stress
tension pneumothorax
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax
tertiary intention
28.2 Wound Healing Process
tertiary prevention
1.5 Health-Care Delivery Systems,
3.4 Purpose of Health Education and Patient Teaching
testicles
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
testicular
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
testicular cancer
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
testicular hypertrophy
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
testicular torsion
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
testosterone
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
tetany
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance
tetraplegia
17.9 Neurological Injuries
The Joint Commission
1.1 Professional Nursing Practice,
3.4 Purpose of Health Education and Patient Teaching ,
25.2 Preoperative Nursing Priorities,
25.3 Preoperative Nursing Care Plan,
25.4 Special Preoperative Considerations,
33.1 Triage and Assessment,
33.3 Managing Risk Exposure
theory–practice gap
1.4 Evidence-Based Practice
therapeutic exercise
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
therapeutic phlebotomy
16.3 Polycythemia
thermal burn
14.2 Burns
thermotherapy
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
third-degree burn
14.2 Burns
third-degree heart block
12.2 Dysrhythmia
thoracostomy tube
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax
thrombectomy
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
thrombocytopenia
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
16.4 Thrombocytopenia,
16.6 Thrombotic Disorder,
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer
thrombopoietin
16.4 Thrombocytopenia
thrombus
16.6 Thrombotic Disorder
thunderclap headache
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke
thymus
22.1 Infectious Process
thymus gland
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System
thyroid cancer
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
thyroid gland
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology
thyroid storm
21.3 Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.4 Pituitary Disorders
time-out
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations
tinnitus
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18 Summary
tissue plasminogen activator (tPA)
15.1 The Cerebrovascular System and Cerebral Vascular Accidents,
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
titrations
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns
TNM system
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer
tolerance
7.5 Substance Use Disorder
tonic generalized seizure
17.5 Seizures
tonic-clonic generalized seizure
17.5 Seizures
tonometry
18.1 Disorders of the Eye
tornado warning
34.1 Environmental Disasters
tornado watch
34.1 Environmental Disasters
total bilirubin test
16.2 Hereditary Disorders
total mastectomy
20.6 Disorders of the Breast
total parental nutrition (TPN)
19.3 Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN)
14.2 Burns
toxic megacolon
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
trachea
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion,
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration
tracheal deviation
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax
transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) therapy
7.4 Nonpharmacological Pain Management
transcutaneous pacing
12.2 Dysrhythmia
transfusion-associated circulatory overload (TACO)
16.7 Blood Products and Transfusion Principles
transfusion-related acute lung injury (TRALI)
16.7 Blood Products and Transfusion Principles
transient ischemic attack (TIA)
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
transitional care
36.4 Transition and Continuity of Care
transmission
22.1 Infectious Process,
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections,
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
transparent film
28.5 Wound Care and Dressing
traumatic brain injury
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases,
35.3 Respiratory Concerns
traumatic brain injury (TBI)
17.9 Neurological Injuries
traumatic pneumothorax
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax
triage
33.1 Triage and Assessment,
33.1 Triage and Assessment,
33.1 Triage and Assessment,
33.2 Types of Emergency Care,
33.2 Types of Emergency Care,
33.2 Types of Emergency Care,
33.2 Types of Emergency Care,
34.1 Environmental Disasters,
34.2 Biological and Technological Disasters,
34.5 Hospital Preparedness for Disasters,
34.5 Hospital Preparedness for Disasters,
34.5 Hospital Preparedness for Disasters
triage tag
34.5 Hospital Preparedness for Disasters
Triage Tool
33.3 Managing Risk Exposure
tricuspid valve
12.1 Cardiovascular Overview
trigeminy
12.2 Dysrhythmia
tripod position
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
troponin
12.5 Myocardial Infarction
Trousseau’s sign
10.3 Electrolyte Imbalance
tsunami
34.1 Environmental Disasters
tuberculosis
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.8 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Tuberculosis
tumor
31.1 Oncological Disorders,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer,
31.2 Detection and Prevention of Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer,
31.3 Care of the Patient with Cancer
tunneling
28.2 Wound Healing Process
tympanic membrane perforation
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18 Summary
tympanometry
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18 Summary
tympanostomy tube
18.2 Disorders of the Ear
Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM)
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus
type 2 diabetes
38.1 Unfolding Case Study Dissection
Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM)
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus
U
ulcerative colitis (UC)
19.5 Disorders of the Lower GI System
ultrasonography
15.2 Ischemic Stroke
ultrasound
20.3 Male-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate,
20.5 Female-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract,
20.6 Disorders of the Breast
undermining
28.2 Wound Healing Process,
28.3 Pressure Injury,
28.5 Wound Care and Dressing,
28.7 Nursing Management and Care Plan
unstageable pressure injury
28.3 Pressure Injury
upper respiratory airway assessment
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment
urethra
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
urethral opening
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology
urgent surgery
26.1 Overview of the Surgical Experience
urinalysis
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate,
21.1 Review of Endocrine Anatomy and Physiology,
21.2 Diabetes Mellitus
urinary hesitancy
20.4 Disorders of the Prostate
urinary tract infection
20.2 Sexually Transmitted Infections
urticaria
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis,
24.3 Types of Dermatitis,
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema,
24 Summary
urticarial vasculitis
24.4 Urticaria and Angioneurotic Edema
uterine fibroid
20.5 Female-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
uterine leiomyoma
20.5 Female-Specific Disorders of the Reproductive Tract
V
vagina
20.1 Brief Review of Genitourinary and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology,
20.2 Sexually Transmitted Infections
vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE)
22.3 Antibiotic Resistance
vaping
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System,
11.10 Effects of Smoking, Vaping, and Environmental Triggers of the Respiratory System
varices
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
varicose veins
12.7 Peripheral Vascular Disease
vascular dementia
17.4 Major Neurocognitive Disorder and Neurodegenerative Diseases
vasculitis
13.5 Connective Tissue Disease
vaso-occlusive crisis
16.2 Hereditary Disorders,
16.2 Hereditary Disorders,
16.2 Hereditary Disorders
vasoactive medications
35.1 Assessment and Management of the Critically Ill Patient,
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns,
35.2 Cardiovascular Concerns
vasoconstriction
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis,
23.1 Shock Overview,
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock
vasodilation
23.1 Shock Overview,
23.3 Septic Shock,
23.4 Neurogenic Shock,
23.4 Neurogenic Shock,
23.4 Neurogenic Shock,
23.4 Neurogenic Shock
vasopressin
10.1 Maintaining Homeostasis
vasopressor
23.3 Septic Shock
venous leg ulcers (VLU)
28.5 Wound Care and Dressing
venous stasis ulcer
12.7 Peripheral Vascular Disease
ventilation
11.1 Concepts of Oxygenation and Perfusion,
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.6 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumothorax,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.8 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Tuberculosis,
11.9 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Cystic Fibrosis
ventilator
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.5 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration
ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP)
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration
ventricular depolarization
12.2 Dysrhythmia
ventricular fibrillation
12.2 Dysrhythmia
ventricular tachycardia
12.2 Dysrhythmia
ventriculostomy
15.3 Hemorrhagic Stroke
verbal communication
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship
verruca
14.3 Dermatologic Conditions
vertigo
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.2 Acute Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.3 Chronic Disorders of the Nervous System,
17.9 Neurological Injuries,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear,
18.2 Disorders of the Ear
vesicular breath sounds
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment
veterans
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability
viral hepatitis
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders,
19.6 Hepatic and Biliary Disorders
viral infection
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
viral load
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections,
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections,
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
viral pneumonia
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration,
11.7 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Pneumonia and Aspiration
virtual reality (VR)
37.1 Telemedicine and Artificial Intelligence
virulence
22.1 Infectious Process
virus
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections,
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections,
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections,
22.2 Viral and Fungal Infections
visceral fat
19.1 Nutritional Disorders
visceral pain
7.1 Concepts and Causes of Pain
visual communication
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship
visual method
3.5 Strategies for Optimal Patient Education
vitamin K
16.6 Thrombotic Disorder
vitiligo
21.5 Adrenal Disorders
volume resuscitation
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock,
23.2 Hypovolemic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock,
23.3 Septic Shock,
23.4 Neurogenic Shock
W
wearable chest wall high frequency oscillation vest
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis
wearable device
Introduction,
37.1 Telemedicine and Artificial Intelligence,
37.3 Influences on Delivery of Health Care
wellness
Introduction,
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness,
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness,
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness,
3.3 Challenges Throughout the Lifespan,
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability
wet-to-dry gauze
28.4 Debridement
wheezes
11.2 Upper and Lower Respiratory Assessment,
11.3 Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System: Bronchiectasis,
11.4 Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System: Asthma
whole-person care
1.2 Intercollaborative Care
withdrawal
7.2 Pain Assessment,
7.5 Substance Use Disorder,
33.2 Types of Emergency Care,
33.2 Types of Emergency Care
work-life balance
3.2 Strategies for Improving Healthy Habits
World Health Organization
3.1 Health Promotion and Wellness,
7.3 Pharmacological Pain Management,
14.2 Burns,
26.2 Intraoperative Considerations,
30.3 Testing and Detection
wound bed preparation
28.3 Pressure Injury,
28.5 Wound Care and Dressing,
28.7 Nursing Management and Care Plan
wound bed preparation (WBP)
28.2 Wound Healing Process
Wound care
36.1 Home Health Care,
36.1 Home Health Care,
36.3 Additional Care Settings in the Community,
36.3 Additional Care Settings in the Community
Wounded Warrior Project
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability
written communication
6.2 Effective Communication in the Nurse-Patient Relationship
X
X-linked dominant
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
X-linked recessive
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
X-linked transmission
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
Y
Y-linked inheritance
30.2 Patterns of Inheritance and Mutations
yellow tag
34.5 Hospital Preparedness for Disasters
Z
zafirlukast
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis
zone of coagulation
14.2 Burns
zone of hyperemia
14.2 Burns
zone of stasis
14.2 Burns
Zyrtec
24.2 Allergic Rhinitis