Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing

Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing

Cardiac Surgery Essentials for Critical Care Nursing, Fourth Edition is a comprehensive and evidence-based guide designed to support nurses who care for patients recovering from cardiac surgery. Whether you’re new to the field or an experienced critical care nurse, this trusted resource equips you with the essential knowledge and clinical strategies needed to provide safe, effective, and compassionate care for acutely ill patients transitioning from surgery to home.

Developed in partnership with the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), the Fourth Edition reflects the latest AACN Scope and Standards and incorporates new updates to align with current best practices. A new section on Postoperative Risk Assessment expands on Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols and pre-, intra-, and postoperative recommendations to improve patient outcomes. The text also includes newly added topics from the CSC® 2022 blueprint, such as lumbar drain management and spinal cord ischemia/paralysis.

Clinical Inquiry boxes highlight key research findings relevant to nursing practice, while Case Studies and Critical Thinking Questions foster practical understanding and decision-making skills. Every print copy includes access to the full eBook and Navigate TestPrep, offering valuable tools for review and preparation for the AACN Cardiac Surgery Certification (CSC®) exam.

This essential guide remains the definitive reference for critical care nurses dedicated to optimizing recovery and outcomes in cardiac surgery patients.