Rosdahl's Textbook of Basic Nursing

Edition: 13

: DIANE RUPERT ,Deanna Wolfskeil

ISBN/ISSN:

9781975263812

Publication Date:

September 1, 2026

Led by Diane Rupert, PhD, RN, CNE, a respected nurse educator and NCLEX® expert, the 13th Edition of Rosdahl’s Textbook ...

Led by Diane Rupert, PhD, RN, CNE, a respected nurse educator and NCLEX® expert, the 13th Edition of Rosdahl’s Textbook of Basic Nursingbrings a fresh, forward-looking perspective to a trusted name in LPN/LVN education. Rupert builds on the longstanding Rosdahl legacy to deliver a more focused, clinically relevant resource for today’s students and faculty.
For more than 50 years, Rosdahl’s Textbook of Basic Nursing has prepared students for safe practice and NCLEX-PN success. This edition continues that tradition while enhancing clarity, usability, and alignment with current practice. Designed as a comprehensive, all-in-one solution, it supports the full LPN curriculum with short, approachable chapters, engaging visuals, and integrated learning tools that reinforce understanding and retention.
Under Rupert’s leadership, this edition strengthens clinical judgment and NCLEX readiness through integration of the Clinical Judgment Measurement Model and a newly added, 2026-aligned NCLEX-PN practice exam designed to mirror the testing experience. Together, these enhancements help students apply knowledge, think critically, and graduate practice-ready for today’s healthcare environments.
Edition

13

ISBN/ISSN

9781975263812

Product Format

Hardcover Book

Trim Size

8 3/8 x 10 7/8

Pages

2080

Edition

13

Publication Date

September 1, 2026
DIANE RUPERT
Deanna Wolfskeil
PART A FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING
Unit 1 – The Nature of Nursing
Chapter 1: The Origins of Nursing
Chapter 2: Beginning Your Nursing Career
Chapter 3: The Healthcare Delivery System
Chapter 4: Legal and Ethical Aspects of Nursing

Unit 2 – Personal and Environmental Health
Chapter 5: Basic Human Needs
Chapter 6: Health and Wellness
Chapter 7: Community Health
Chapter 8: Transcultural Healthcare

Unit 3 – Development Throughout the Life Cycle
Chapter 9: The Family
Chapter 10: Infancy and Childhood
Chapter 11: Adolescence
Chapter 12: Early and Middle Adulthood
Chapter 13: Older Adulthood and Aging
Chapter 14: The End of Life: Death, Dying, Grief, and Loss

Unit 4 – Structure and Function
Chapter 15: Organization of the Human Body
Chapter 16: The Integumentary System
Chapter 17: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
Chapter 18: The Musculoskeletal System
Chapter 19: The Nervous System
Chapter 20: The Endocrine System
Chapter 21: The Sensory System
Chapter 22: The Cardiovascular System
Chapter 23: The Hematologic and Lymphatic Systems
Chapter 24: The Immune System
Chapter 25: The Respiratory System
Chapter 26: The Digestive System
Chapter 27: The Urinary System
Chapter 28: The Male Reproductive System
Chapter 29: The Female Reproductive System

Unit 5 – Nutrition and Diet Therapy
Chapter 30: Basic Nutrition
Chapter 31: Transcultural and Social Aspects of Nutrition
Chapter 32: Diet Therapy and Special Diets

PART B NURSING CARE SKILLS
Unit 6 – The Nursing Process
Chapter 33: Introduction to the Nursing Process and Clinical Judgment Measurement Model
Chapter 34: Nursing Assessment
Chapter 35: Nursing Diagnosis and Planning
Chapter 36: Implementing and Evaluating Care
Chapter 37: Documenting and Reporting

Unit 7 – Safety In the Healthcare Facility
Chapter 38: The Healthcare Facility Environment
Chapter 39: Emergency Preparedness
Chapter 40: Introduction to Microbiology
Chapter 41: Medical Asepsis
Chapter 42: Infection Control
Chapter 43: Emergency Care and First Aid

Unit 8 – Client Care
Chapter 44: Therapeutic Communication Skills
Chapter 45: Admission, Transfer, and Discharge
Chapter 46: Vital Signs
Chapter 47: Data Collection in Client Care
Chapter 48: Moving and Positioning Clients
Chapter 49: Beds and Bed Making
Chapter 50 Personal Hygiene
Chapter 51: Elimination
Chapter 52: Specimen Collection
Chapter 53: Bandages and Binders
Chapter 54: Heat and Cold Applications
Chapter 55: Pain Management
Chapter 56: Preoperative and Postoperative Care
Chapter 57: Surgical Asepsis
Chapter 58: Special Skin and Wound Care
Chapter 59: End-of-Life Care

Unit 9 – Pharmacology and Administration of Medications
Chapter 60: Review of Mathematics
Chapter 61: Introduction to Pharmacology
Chapter 62: Classification of Medications
Chapter 63: Administration of Noninjectable Medications
Chapter 64: Administration of Injectable Medications

PART C NURSING THROUGHOUT THE LIFE CYCLE
Unit 10 – Maternal and Newborn Nursing
Chapter 65: Pregnancy
Chapter 66: Labor, Delivery, and Postpartum Care
Chapter 67: Care of the Newborn
Chapter 68: High-Risk Pregnancy and Childbirth
Chapter 69: The High-Risk Newborn
Chapter 70: Sexuality, Fertility, and Sexually Transmitted Infections

Unit 11 – Pediatric Nursing
Chapter 71: Fundamentals of Pediatric Nursing
Chapter 72: Care of the Infant, Toddler, or Preschooler
Chapter 73: Care of the School-Age Child or Adolescent
Chapter 74: The Child or Adolescent With Special Needs

Unit 12 – Adult Care Nursing
Chapter 75: Skin Disorders
Chapter 76: Disorders in Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
Chapter 77: Musculoskeletal Disorders
Chapter 78: Nervous System Disorders
Chapter 79: Endocrine Disorders
Chapter 80: Sensory System Disorders
Chapter 81: Cardiovascular Disorders
Chapter 82: Blood and Lymph Disorders
Chapter 83: Cancer
Chapter 84: Allergic, Immune, and Autoimmune Disorders
Chapter 85: HIV and AIDS
Chapter 86: Respiratory Disorders
Chapter 87: Oxygen Therapy and Respiratory Care
Chapter 88: Digestive Disorders
Chapter 89: Urinary Disorders
Chapter 90: Male Reproductive Disorders
Chapter 91: Female Reproductive Disorders

Unit 13 – Gerontologic Nursing
Chapter 92: Gerontology: The Aging Adult
Chapter 93: Cognitive Impairment in the Aging Adult

Unit 14 – Mental Health Nursing
Chapter 94: Psychiatric Nursing
Chapter 95: Substance Use Disorders

Unit 15 – Nursing In A Variety of Settings
Chapter 96: Extended Care
Chapter 97: Rehabilitation Nursing
Chapter 98: Home Care Nursing
Chapter 99: Ambulatory Nursing
Chapter 100: Hospice Nursing

PART D YOUR CAREER
Unit 16 – The Transition to Practicing Nurse
Chapter 101: From Student to Graduate Nurse
Chapter 102: Career Opportunities and Job-Seeking Skills
Chapter 103: Advancement and Leadership in Nursing

Bibliography
Practice Exam
Index
- NEW: 2026-aligned NCLEX-PN practice exam case studies and Next Gen-style items simulate the testing experience and strengthen readiness.
- NEW: and UPDATED Enhanced women’s health and maternity content with updated screening procedures reflects current standards of practice and evolving patient care.
- NEW: Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (CJMM) integration strengthens clinical reasoning and aligns learning to Next Gen NCLEX expectations.
- NEW: Updated screening procedures ensure alignment with evolving clinical protocols and patient care expectations.
- UPDATED: Content across chapters reflects current nursing standards, guidelines, and best practices.
- All-in-one curriculum coverage across the LPN program supports consistent instruction and program efficiency with a single resource.
- Updated art and illustrations reflect current practice and diversity in nursing.
- Nursing Alerts and Special Considerations highlight key actions, safety, and patient-centered care.
- Short, focused chapters with clear structure make complex content easier to teach, learn, and retain.
- Integrated NCLEX-style questions, Alerts, and synthesis activities reinforce application and connect content directly to exam expectations.

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