Designed for use in the clinical setting, Manual of Medical-Surgical Nursing Care covers everything that nurses need to know about commonly encountered medical-surgical conditions to more effectively manage patients and improve outcomes. It describes treatment in terms of specific timeframes and desired outcomes, making it easier to set realistic goals and evaluate patient care. A consistent, reader-friendly format makes information easy to find and easy to use. Written by a wide range of clinical experts, this is an essential resource for planning patient care and preparing care plans!