Now in full color, this easy-to-understand textbook offers a comprehensive introduction to nursing research concepts and methods. Evidence-based practice is emphasized throughout, with clear guidelines for evaluating research and applying scientific evidence to practice. Coverage includes qualitative and quantitative research, appraising and critiquing research, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making using research information.

• Separate coverage of quantitative and qualitative research makes each type of research easier to understand.
• Research Vignettes present real-world applications of nursing research to help bridge the gaps among clinical research, academia, and clinical practice.
• Sample critiques of research articles correspond to the principles presented throughout the book and demonstrate how to apply key concepts and techniques when evaluating actual nursing research articles.

• An increased focus on evidence-based practice highlights its importance to nursing research and addresses the proper way to appraise and apply research to practice.
• Completely updated content includes new sample research articles that keep you current with the latest research topics and trends.
• A user-friendly, full-color layout features helpful boxes, tables, and illustrations that highlight key concepts and help you quickly find information.
• Balanced coverage of qualitative and quantitative research ensures each type is equally represented in value and importance to evidence-based practice.
• A set of Research Appraisal Guidelines inside the back cover offers quick reference for completing assignments or evaluating research.

An engaging case-based approach to learning the diagnostic process in internal medicine

"All clinicians caring for patients, from medical students to residents and attending physicians, are the intended audience. The book is well written for all levels, and the authors are well-respected educators and experts in the field. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service

Symptom to Diagnosisteaches you an evidence-based, step-by-step process for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients based on their clinical complaints. By applying this process you will be able to recognize specific diseases and prescribe the most effective therapy.

Each chapter is built around a common patient complaint that illustrates essential concepts and provides insight into the process by which the differential diagnosis is identified.

Coverage for each disease includes:

• Textbook Presentation: offers a concise statement of the common or classic presentation of the particular disease
• Disease Highlights: covers the most pertinent epidemiologic and pathophysiologic information for the disease
• Evidence-Based Diagnosis: reviews the accuracy of the history, physical exam, laboratory and radiologic tests for the disease. In this unique section, the author points out the findings that help you“rule in” or “rule out” the various diseases.
• Treatment: details the basics of therapy for the disease discussed

Filled with algorithms, summary tables, and questions that direct evaluation,Symptom to Diagnosisis a true must read before your first clinical encounter.

Learn how to evaluate and apply research with the #1 nursing research book!Understanding Nursing Research: Building an Evidence-Based Practiceis known for its authoritative content, a time-tested step-by-step approach, and abundant use of research examples. With improved clarity and readability, the new edition strengthens its focus on evidence-based practice to better demonstrate how the steps of the research process relate to evidence-based nursing. Written by two of the leaders in the field of nursing research, Nancy Burns and Susan K. Grove, this full-color text offers unique insights into understanding, appraising, and applying published research to evidence-based practice.

• Authoritative contentis written by two of the true pioneers in nursing research, who offer unique, first-hand insights into the field.
• Research examplesprovide practice in working with published studies, with many of the examples includingCritical AppraisalandImplications for Practicesections.
• A clear, step-by-step organizationintroduces the research process and demonstrates how this systematic framework relates to evidence-based practice.

• An expanded emphasis on evidence-based practicehelps you develop skills in studying and appraising published research, so you are prepared for your role in working with research evidence.
• Enhanced coverage of qualitative researchallows prepares you to approach research questions and clinical questions with an unbiased view of the researcher's methodology.
• Two different appraisal processesare included:


• A traditional in-depth critical appraisal processprepares you for graduate-level work in research.
• A concise, practice-focused research appraisal processequips you for quick and accurate evaluation of the applicability of research findings to clinical practice.
• Updated research examplesprepare you for evidence-based practice by using the physiologic conditions and hospitalized patients seen in clinicals.