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Co-Published with the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS) to provide you with invaluable guidance for acing your Adult-Gerontology CNS exam! This comprehensive review manual provides the ultimate resource for either the AACN Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist Wellness Through Acute Care (ACCNS-AG) or the ANCC Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AGCNS-BC) certification exam. It incorporates both current test plans and the most recent NACNS core competencies, encompassing all the essential knowledge you need to pass the exam and succeed in practice. Written by certified Clinical Nurse Specialist educators and practitioners, this guide begins with an overview of both exams, study tips, and test-taking strategies to help you prepare for the big day. The manual is then organized into three sections according to the Three Spheres of Impact for CNS Practice. Patient Direct Care: covers health assessment, diagnostic reasoning, pharmacology, and pathophysiology Nurses & Nursing Practice: reviews health maximization, consultation, advocacy, culturally competent care, and coaching and mentoring Organizations & Systems: features sections on leadership, QI/safety, outcomes, research, and evidence-based practice Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification Review provides a targeted, systematic review for the ACCNS-AG and AGCNS-BC exams with end-of-chapter review questions and a FULL practice test that includes answers and rationales in an easy-to-digest format. Key Features: Reflects the latest AACN and ANCC test plans Incorporates the updated NACNS Core Competencies and the AACN Scope and Standards for CNS Practice Edited and authored by certified Clinical Nurse Specialist educators and practitioners Includes end-of-chapter review questions, PLUS a valuable 175-question practice test with rationales for self-assessment Purchase includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers

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Author:   Amy Shay, PhD, RN, APRN-CNS, FCNS ,  Jan Powers, PhD, RN, CCRN, CCNS, CNRN, NE-BC, FCCM ,  Terry A. Doescher, MSN, RN, CNS-BC, CCRC ,  Terry A. Doescher
Publisher:   Springer Publishing Co Inc
Imprint:   Springer Publishing Co Inc
Weight:   0.898kg
ISBN:  

9780826174161

ISBN 10:   0826174167
Pages:   472
Publication Date:   03 March 2021
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Foreword Chapter 1. Introduction to AGCNS Examinations Process and Test Plans Section I: Patient Direct Care Chapter 2. Advanced Health Assessment Chapter 3. Diagnostic and Clinical Reasoning Chapter 4. Pharmacology Principles and Non-Pharmacological Interventions Chapter 5. Substance Use and Addiction Chapter 6. Cardiovascular System Chapter 7. Respiratory System Chapter 8. Endocrine System Chapter 9. Hematopoietic System Chapter 10. Gastrointestinal System Chapter 11. Renal System Chapter 12. Integumentary System Chapter 13. Musculoskeletal System Chapter 14. Nervous System Chapter 15. Psychobehavioral Disorders Chapter 16. Multisystem Disorders Chapter 17. Family Planning Section II: Nurses & Nursing Practice Chapter 18. Response to Illness Chapter 19. Care of the Older Adult Chapter 20. Maximizing Health for the Older Adult Chapter 21. Advocating for Patients and Nurses Section III: Organizations & Systems Chapter 22. Systems Leadership Chapter 23. Quality Improvement and Safety Chapter 24. Evidence-Based Practice and Research Section IV: Practice Exam

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Amy C. Shay, PhD, RN, APRN-CNS, FCNS Clinical Assistant Professor and Clinical Nurse Specialist Program Coordinator Indiana University School of Nursing Indianapolis, Indiana Jan Powers PhD, RN, CCRN, CCNS, CNRN, NE-BC, FCCM Director of Nursing Research and Professional Practice Parkview Health System Fort Wayne, Indiana Part-Time Faculty Indiana University School of Nursing Indianapolis, Indiana Terry A. Doescher, MSN, RN, CNS-BC, CCRC Board Member of the Central Indiana Organization of Clinical Nurse Specialists Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist Franciscan Health Indianapolis, Indiana Clinical Doctor of Nursing Candidate Indiana University Indianapolis, Indiana

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