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Organized alphabetically, this guide gives information on some 600 lab and diagnostic tests. Each test is explained in plain language, with information on normal findings, test description, equipment required, test procedure, clinical implications and indications, nursing care, and potential complications and contraindications. Each entry also contains Web links of interest. Indexes list tests by type, disease, body system, and name. Useful for students and practitioners of nursing, medicine, and medical technology. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Organized alphabetically by test and diagnostic procedure, DELMAR’s Guide to Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests contains a wealth of information on over 600 lab and diagnostic tests. This must have reference is completely alphabetical, indexed, and fully cross-referenced. Each test has an exceptionally straightforward and concise presentation of information. Delmar’s Guide to Laboratory and Diagnostics Tests is designed to provide students and practitioners of nursing, medicine, and medical technology with the necessary information to provide comprehensive care for their clients who are having laboratory and diagnostic tests and procedures.
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