Study Guide for Lewis’s Medical-Surgical Nursing, 13th Edition
This item will be released on 13-05-2026
Prepare for success in your medical-surgical nursing class and on the Next-Generation NCLEX® (NGN) Examination! With chapters corresponding to those in the Lewis's Medical-Surgical Nursing: Assessment and Management of Clinical Problems, 13th Edition, textbook, this study guide provides the review and practice you need to master the nurse’s role in medical-surgical nursing care. Question formats reflect the most current NCLEX Exam test plan and include multiple-choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, prioritization, delegation, and alternate item formats, along with new NGN-style case studies and questions. To reinforce your understanding, answers to all questions are included in the back of the book.
ISBN :
9780443118708
Publication Date :
13-05-2026
Stock Status :
Available for Pre-Order
Prepare for success in your medical-surgical nursing class and on the Next-Generation NCLEX® (NGN) Examination! With chapters corresponding to those in the Lewis's Medical-Surgical Nursing: Assessment and Management of Clinical Problems, 13th Edition, textbook, this study guide provides the review and practice you need to master the nurse’s role in medical-surgical nursing care. Question formats reflect the most current NCLEX Exam test plan and include multiple-choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, prioritization, delegation, and alternate item formats, along with new NGN-style case studies and questions. To reinforce your understanding, answers to all questions are included in the back of the book.
New to this edition
- UPDATED content throughout corresponds to the Lewis's Medical-Surgical Nursing, 13th Edition textbook
- EXPANDED Next-Generation NCLEX® Examination (NGN)–style case studies and question types help you review and practice for the NGN
Key Features
- A wide variety of clinically relevant exercises includes NCLEX® Examination–style items consisting of multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, matching, and prioritization and delegation questions
- Case studies for dozens of diseases and disorders help you develop clinical judgment skills
- Next-Generation NCLEX® Examination (NGN)–style case studies and question types help you review and practice for the NGN
- Additional alternate item format questions familiarize you with other types of questions seen on the NCLEX Exam
- Answers to all questions are included in the back of the book, providing immediate feedback
- Engaging full-color design makes learning easier
Author Information
Edited by Mariann M. Harding, PhD, RN, CNE, FAADN, Nursing Program Director and Professor of Nursing, Kent State University Tuscarawas, USA; Jeffrey Kwong, DNP, MPH, AGPCNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, Professor, Division of Advanced Nursing Practice, School of Nursing, Rutgers University, Newark, New Jersey, USA; Debra Hagler, PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, CNE, CHSE, ANEF, FAAN, Clinical Professor, Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation, Arizona State University, USA; Courtney Reinisch, RN, DNP, FNP-BC, Director of Undergraduate Nursing, School of Nursing, Montclair State University, Montclair, New Jersey, USA and Collin Bowman-Woodall, MSN, RN, Clinical Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA
| ISBN Number | 9780443118708 |
|---|---|
| Description Author List | Edited by Mariann M. Harding, PhD, RN, CNE, FAADN, Nursing Program Director and Professor of Nursing, Kent State University Tuscarawas, USA; Jeffrey Kwong, DNP, MPH, AGPCNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, Professor, Division of Advanced Nursing Practice, School of Nursing, Rutgers University, Newark, New Jersey, USA; Debra Hagler, PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, CNE, CHSE, ANEF, FAAN, Clinical Professor, Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation, Arizona State University, USA; Courtney Reinisch, RN, DNP, FNP-BC, Director of Undergraduate Nursing, School of Nursing, Montclair State University, Montclair, New Jersey, USA and Collin Bowman-Woodall, MSN, RN, Clinical Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA |
| Copyright Year | 2027 |
| Edition Number | 13 |
| Format | Book |
| Trim | 216w x 276h (8.50" x 10.875") |
| Imprint | Elsevier |
| Page Count | 620 |
| Publication Date | 13 May 2026 |
| Stock Status | Available for Pre-Order |
SECTION 1: Concepts in Nursing Practice
1. Professional Nursing
2. Social Determinants of Health
3. Health History and Physical Examination
4. Patient and Caregiver Teaching
5. Chronic Illness and Older Adults
6. Caring for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, and Gender Diverse Patients
SECTION 2: Problems Related to Comfort and Coping
7. Stress Management
8. Sleep and Sleep Disorders
9. Pain
10. Palliative and End-of-Life Care
11. Substance Use Disorders in Acute Care
SECTION 3: Problems Related to Homeostasis and Protection
12. Inflammation and Healing
13. Genetics
14. Immune Responses and Transplantation
15. Infection
16. Cancer
17. Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Imbalances
SECTION 4: Perioperative and Emergency Care
18. Preoperative Care
19. Intraoperative Care
20. Postoperative Care
21. Emergency and Disaster Nursing
SECTION 5: Problems Related to Altered Sensory Input
22. Assessment and Management: Visual Problems
23. Assessment and Management: Auditory Problems
24. Assessment: Integumentary System
25. Integumentary Problems
26. Burns
SECTION 6: Problems of Oxygenation: Ventilation
27. Assessment: Respiratory System
28. Supporting Ventilation
29. Upper Respiratory Problems
30. Lower Respiratory Problems
31. Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases
32. Acute Respiratory Failure and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
SECTION 7: Problems of Oxygenation: Transport
33. Assessment: Hematologic System
34. Hematologic Problems
SECTION 8: Problems of Oxygenation: Perfusion
35. Assessment: Cardiovascular System
36. Hypertension
37. Coronary Artery Disease and Acute Coronary Syndrome
38. Heart Failure
39. Dysrhythmias
40. Inflammatory and Structural Heart Disorders
41. Vascular Disorders
42. Shock, Sepsis, and Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome
SECTION 9: Problems of Ingestion, Digestion, Absorption, and Elimination
43. Assessment: Gastrointestinal System
44. Nutrition Problems
45. Obesity
46. Upper Gastrointestinal Problems
47. Lower Gastrointestinal Problems
48. Liver, Biliary Tract, and Pancreas Problems
SECTION 10: Problems of Urinary Function
49. Assessment: Urinary System
50. Renal and Urologic Problems
51. Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease
SECTION 11: Problems Related to Regulatory and Reproductive Mechanisms
52. Assessment: Endocrine System
53. Diabetes
54. Endocrine Problems
55. Assessment: Reproductive System
56. Breast Problems
57. Sexually Transmitted Infections
58. Female Reproductive Problems
59. Male Reproductive Problems
SECTION 12: Problems Related to Movement and Coordination
60. Assessment: Nervous System
61. Acute Intracranial Problems
62. Stroke
63. Chronic Neurologic Problems
64. Dementia and Delirium
65. Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerve Problems
66. Assessment: Musculoskeletal System
67. Musculoskeletal Trauma and Orthopedic Surgery
68. Musculoskeletal Problems
69. Arthritis and Connective Tissue Diseases
Answer Key
1. Professional Nursing
2. Social Determinants of Health
3. Health History and Physical Examination
4. Patient and Caregiver Teaching
5. Chronic Illness and Older Adults
6. Caring for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, and Gender Diverse Patients
SECTION 2: Problems Related to Comfort and Coping
7. Stress Management
8. Sleep and Sleep Disorders
9. Pain
10. Palliative and End-of-Life Care
11. Substance Use Disorders in Acute Care
SECTION 3: Problems Related to Homeostasis and Protection
12. Inflammation and Healing
13. Genetics
14. Immune Responses and Transplantation
15. Infection
16. Cancer
17. Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Imbalances
SECTION 4: Perioperative and Emergency Care
18. Preoperative Care
19. Intraoperative Care
20. Postoperative Care
21. Emergency and Disaster Nursing
SECTION 5: Problems Related to Altered Sensory Input
22. Assessment and Management: Visual Problems
23. Assessment and Management: Auditory Problems
24. Assessment: Integumentary System
25. Integumentary Problems
26. Burns
SECTION 6: Problems of Oxygenation: Ventilation
27. Assessment: Respiratory System
28. Supporting Ventilation
29. Upper Respiratory Problems
30. Lower Respiratory Problems
31. Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases
32. Acute Respiratory Failure and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
SECTION 7: Problems of Oxygenation: Transport
33. Assessment: Hematologic System
34. Hematologic Problems
SECTION 8: Problems of Oxygenation: Perfusion
35. Assessment: Cardiovascular System
36. Hypertension
37. Coronary Artery Disease and Acute Coronary Syndrome
38. Heart Failure
39. Dysrhythmias
40. Inflammatory and Structural Heart Disorders
41. Vascular Disorders
42. Shock, Sepsis, and Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome
SECTION 9: Problems of Ingestion, Digestion, Absorption, and Elimination
43. Assessment: Gastrointestinal System
44. Nutrition Problems
45. Obesity
46. Upper Gastrointestinal Problems
47. Lower Gastrointestinal Problems
48. Liver, Biliary Tract, and Pancreas Problems
SECTION 10: Problems of Urinary Function
49. Assessment: Urinary System
50. Renal and Urologic Problems
51. Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease
SECTION 11: Problems Related to Regulatory and Reproductive Mechanisms
52. Assessment: Endocrine System
53. Diabetes
54. Endocrine Problems
55. Assessment: Reproductive System
56. Breast Problems
57. Sexually Transmitted Infections
58. Female Reproductive Problems
59. Male Reproductive Problems
SECTION 12: Problems Related to Movement and Coordination
60. Assessment: Nervous System
61. Acute Intracranial Problems
62. Stroke
63. Chronic Neurologic Problems
64. Dementia and Delirium
65. Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerve Problems
66. Assessment: Musculoskeletal System
67. Musculoskeletal Trauma and Orthopedic Surgery
68. Musculoskeletal Problems
69. Arthritis and Connective Tissue Diseases
Answer Key
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