Books by Rose Knapp

Build a solid knowledge base in hemodynamic nursing skills, with the newly updated Hemodynamic Monitoring Made Incredibly Visual!®, 4th Edition.  Full of colorful images that illustrate monitoring concepts and processes, this concise, enjoyable guide sorts through the complexities of hemodynamics and clarifies them in easy-to-follow ways. Grasp the structures and functions of pulmonary and cardiac systems and the vital skills of hemodynamics, with this vital reference?a must-have for all nursing students, new nurses, and nurses returning to critical care.   Get clear, concise direction on the concepts, devices, and nursing skills used in hemodynamic monitoring:   ?NEW and updated content, photos and graphics that demonstrate nursing skills and responsibilities?Hundreds of colorful images that guide you through the ins and outs of hemodynamics - detailed photos, diagrams, charts and other visual aids that clarify cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology?Illustrates vital practice issues, such as how to confirm the lungs are getting enough oxygen, and how well the heart is pumping ? explains and reinforces key concepts in easy-to-remember ways?Explains the fundamentals and current best practices in hemodynamic monitoring in easy-to-retain terms ?Ideal for visual learners -images demonstrate step-by-step, expert guidance on monitoring skills, physiology and devices:  ?Understanding cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology?Understanding a pressure monitoring system?Vascular access?Pressure monitoring - arterial, central venous, and pulmonary artery pressure monitoring?Cardiac output monitoring?Tissue oxygenation monitoring?Minimally invasive hemodynamic monitoring?Circulatory assist devices?Step-by-step guidance on thermodilution methods, analyzing thermodilution curves, measuring cardiac function and output, maintaining artery catheters, and more?Ideal on-the-spot reference and review for nursing students and new nurses - addresses the physiology behind each learning objective and provides vital nursing considerations?Chapter features:?On the level - defines normal and abnormal pressure readings for different patient conditions?Q&A - illustrated riddles, diagrams, and questions and answers at the end of each chapter that help you fully integrate new knowledge?Matchmaker - matching terms and conditions to their correct definition?Memory board - learning aids and memory cues that help you retain important definitions and processes?Ride the wave - explains the actions of waveforms, including how to recognize abnormal waveforms?"Nurse Joy and Jake" - expert insights and encouraging advice About the Clinical Editor   Rose Knapp, DNP, RN, APN-BC, is an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, and Associate Graduate Faculty and MSN Program Director/APN Program Coordinator at the Marjorie K. Unterberg School of Nursing and Health Studies at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, New Jersey

Time to master the complexities of respiratory care. The newly updated Respiratory Care Made Incredibly Easy!®, 3rd Edition, explains the essentials with humor, expert guidance, and numerous colorful images. Offering the essential terms, skills, and equipment how-to's you need to successfully treat the most common respiratory disorders, this down-to-earth guide helps you grasp respiratory physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology in clear and simple language. Prepare for success in the classroom and on the job, with this enjoyable guide to creating positive respiratory outcomes.Grasp the fundamental concepts, skills, and processes of respiratory care ...   * NEW content on the latest respiratory modalities and updated nursing guidelines * Dozens of colorful charts, drawings, and diagrams that make complex respiratory care concepts clear and easy-to-remember * Perfect for visual learners--visually demonstrates anatomy and physiology, the components of treatments and when and how to apply them, and the causes, symptoms, and treatment of obstructive, restrictive, vascular, and neoplastic lung disorders * Ideal reference and review for nursing students, new nurses, and respiratory therapists, with clear, concise direction on areas such as: * Respiratory assessment techniques * Diagnostic procedures * Airway maintenance * Oxygen delivery * Chest drainage * Suctioning * Ventilatory support * Treating infection and inflammation * Assessing and treating traumatic injuries and other respiratory emergencies * Care of patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and end-tidal CO2 monitoring * Recognizing an asthma attack * Preoperative and postoperative care for patients having a thoracotomy or lung transplant * Computed tomography (CT) and x-ray imaging * Chapter features that provide learning aids and on-the-unit support: * Just the facts--quick summary of chapter content * Kids' korner--seasoned guidance on caring for pediatric patients * Clinical pearls--clear-cut explanations of symptoms and disorders, backed by direction and advice on treatment * Advice from the experts--expert input on respiratory care * Home care--helpful guidance on teaching patient self-care * Breath sounds-- online access to breath sounds * Nurses Joy and Jake--Practical advice and experienced insights offered throughout * Memory jogger--simple techniques for remembering vital information   About the Clinical Editor Rose Knapp, DNP, RN, APN-BC, is an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and Associate Graduate Faculty MSN Program Director and APN Program Coordinator at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, New Jersey.