Phelp LPNtoRN 6e

Preface

Choosing to reenter the rigors of academic life is a monumental decision for any LPN/LVN returning to school. Doing so is both a personal and a financial investment and can be characterized by extreme highs and lows. This new path challenges the aspiring associate degree nurse (ADN) to operate in a sometimes chaotic new world that calls for nonlinear thinking, balancing many simultaneous challenges, and a global perspective. It also requires the nurse to be an independent practitioner while function ing collaboratively within an expanded and more specialized healthcare team. LPN to RN Transitions: Achieving Success in Your New Role , 6th Edition, serves as a guide to prepare students for a successful journey. The previous five editions of this book were authored by Nicki Harrington and Cynthia Lee Terry. Their dedication and expertise helped countless LPN students suc cessfully transition to an RN program. The 6th edition welcomes a new author, Linda Lee Phelps. This updated edition incorporates contemporary research, evidence-based practices, and real-world scenarios to reflect the dynamic nature of healthcare. Each chapter guides students through the complexities of role transition, addressing the chal lenges and opportunities unique to this professional evolution. The inclusion of cutting edge information, current healthcare policies, and advancements in nursing education ensures that learners are well prepared for the realities of modern nursing practice. This text is designed to be used by students in a variety of adult learning settings, includ ing independent study, classroom collaborative workgroups, online discussions, and interactions in virtual learning spaces. Whether you are a student embarking on this transformative journey or an educator guiding others through it, this textbook was developed to be a comprehensive and indispensable resource, providing the knowledge and support needed for a successful transition from LPN to RN. Today’s nurse must be resourceful, inquisitive, politically active, and must consist ently seek additional knowledge, competencies, and career growth to meet the needs of a rapidly changing world. Through the lens of changing societal trends, students are asked to think critically about their personal and professional viewpoints and values. This text encourages the application of evidence-based research, critical thinking, and clinical judgment as the student confronts challenges as a critical member of the health care team. The content of this book promotes learning for diverse student populations with a variety of learning styles and experiential backgrounds. In addition, it provides students with useful tools and practical strategies for balancing their job, school, and personal lives while achieving their educational and professional goals. FEATURES This textbook has been thoughtfully revised and updated to provide aspiring nurses with the latest information, insights, and best practices in the field. Features that stu dents and educators value include case studies of student experiences at the beginning of each chapter, which assist the reader in realizing that the journey to associate degree

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