Readers find complete information on hundreds of disorders, including causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, nursing care, alternative therapies and patient teaching. Critical thinking models show how to solve problems using analytical and prioritizing skills. Clinical pathways are explained in detail. Hundreds of illustrations, charts and graphs help readers master health promotion, assessment techniques and findings, disease progression, diagnostic tests and more. Includes advice for handling professional and legal issues and a full-colour, 16 page anatomic atlas.