Book, Laboratory Tests and Diagnostics In Nursing 9/16[LS]

This ninth edition of Laboratory and Diagnostic Examinations in Nursing maintains the organization and approach that make this work a reference, and adds improvements that make it indispensable for nursing students and professionals seeking guidance on the correct procedures for each examination and accurate diagnostic interpretations.. Among the main new features of this edition, we highlight the updated reference values, the coverage of the most recent technological advances in the area, the inclusion of new exams and the important updates on topics such as: effects of substances on laboratory test results, guidelines for performing Pap smears, guidelines for cancer research, screening for agents used in bioterrorism, and lung function tests.