Fundamentals of Nursing: Standards & Practice, Fourth Edition provides comprehensive coverage of fundamental nursing concepts, skills and standards of practice that will challenge your introductory nursing students to learn and apply critical thinking skills for culturally diverse populations in a variety of environments. Research, evidence-based practice and emerging practice issues are highlighted to help your students prepare for delivering care across a continuum of settings. This book highlights the core themes of nursing for your students, including nurse, person, health and environment.