From student to nurse: Support the LPN/LVN transition to practice
Build the essential knowledge and clinical decision-making skills needed for LPN/LVN practice with this proven, learner-centered approach. Kurzen’s Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing, 10th Edition, prepares students to communicate effectively, collaborate as part of the healthcare team, and navigate the challenges of today’s clinical environments.
Grounded in evidence-based practice and aligned with the 2026 NCLEX-PN® exam, the text emphasizes clinical judgment, case-based learning, and applied problem solving. It also fosters leadership, lifelong learning, and career readiness — helping students grow into confident, capable nurses prepared for real-world practice.
Unit 1 Getting Started
Chapter 1: Adjusting to Student Life
Chapter 2: The Student Nurse as a Person
Chapter 3: Communication Skills
Chapter 4: Education for Nursing
Chapter 5: The NCLEX-PN®
Unit 2 Understanding Your Profession
Chapter 6: Nursing From Past to Present
Chapter 7: The Health Care System
Chapter 8: The Health Care Team
Chapter 9: Theory, Culture, and Diversity in Nursing Care
Unit 3 Preparing for Successful Practice
Chapter 10: Ethical Issues in Health Care
Chapter 11: Legally Responsible Nursing Practice
Chapter 12: Leadership and Followership Skills
Chapter 13: Management Skills
Unit 4 Moving Forward
Chapter 14: Beginning Your Nursing Career
Chapter 15: Challenges in the Workplace
Chapter 16: Current Issues and Future Concerns
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