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This comprehensive study aid provides a thorough understanding of the content in Phipps: Medical-Surgical Nursing, 7th Edition. Each chapter presents multiple, varied learning exercises that promote critical thinking, encourage students to think about the solutions they choose, and consider both possible benefits and consequences to the patient. Exercises include case studies, patient scenarios, analogies, compare and contrast, and inquiry. Provides learning exercises throughout to test content knowledge and promote critical thinking. Incorporates Critical Thinking Case Studies to encourage students to think about the solutions they choose and consider benefits and consequences to the patient. Critical Thinking Questions build in complexity as the student works through each case study. Includes a thorough answer key. Students are advised that answers may vary and are designed to stimulate discussion.