Offering a comprehensive and up-to-date perspective in this specialized field, Renal Nursing, 2nd Edition provides full coverage of all aspects of acute and chronic renal failure, including dialysis, transplantation, investigations, dietary management, children with renal problems, and community nursing. It examines essential anatomy, physiology, and psychology, cross-referencing between chapters and concluding with a handy, quick-reference appendix on drugs used in renal failure. Each chapter demonstrates the most effective, up-to-date skills and procedures that are key to providing quality nursing care, support, and treatment of patients. Numerous illustrations and a section of full-color photographs complement the text and highlight must-know concepts.

