The completely redesigned fourth edition of this comprehensive study guide for nursing students offers all new content, updated case studies, and a CD-ROM with 750 NCLEX-style practice questions. This book features optimum exam preparation with: Fast Facts - key study points in shaded boxes; Spot Check - questions posed randomly throughout the book to verify understanding; and, Quick Study - text boxes with memory tips such as mnemonic devices and limericks. It also includes numerous charts and illustrations, as well as handy appendices covering topics such as patient positioning, recommended childhood immunization, and NANDA taxonomy of nursing diagnoses.