LibGuides: Gastroenterology Nursing Certificate (GNC): Welcome

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Key Journal: Gastroenterology Nursing

Gastroenterology Nursing
The journal keeps gastroenterology nurses and associates informed of the latest developments in research, evidence-based practice techniques, equipment, diagnostics, and therapy. The only professional, peer-reviewed nursing journal covering this area, Gastroenterology Nursing is an invaluable resource for current SGNA guidelines, new GI procedures, pharmacology, career development, and certification review. Official Journal of the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates and Canadian Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates

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Key Texts

Gastroenterology Nursing by Sgna
Call Number: RC 817 .G247 2013 (Kelowna)
ISBN: 9780985509118
Publication Date: 2013-08-01
Gastrointestinal system--Diseases--Nursing.
Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease by Mark Feldman; Lawrence S. Friedman; Lawrence J. Brandt
Call Number: ONLINE
ISBN: 9781455746927
Publication Date: 2015-01-20
et the essential gastroenterology information you need from one authoritative source with an outstanding global reputation for excellence. Zero in on the key information you need to know with a consistent, full-color chapter design. Stay up to date with emerging and challenging topics: enteric microbiota and probiotics; fecal microbiota transplantation; Clostridium difficile colitis; and factitious gastrointestinal diseases. Incorporate the latest findings and improvements in care for liver disease patients—from diagnosis and treatment through post-treatment strategies and management of complications.

Gastroenterology Citation Examples

Citing Common Gastroenterology Nursing Sources

Gastroenterology Nursing Text

Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates. (2013). Gastroenterology nursing: A core curriculum (5th ed.). Chicago, IL: Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates.

In-text: (Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, 2013)

Article from Gastroenterology Nursing Journal

Tao, H., Songwathana, P., Isaramalai, S., & Wang, Q. (2016). Supportive communication to facilitate Chinese patients' adaptation to a permanent colostomy: A qualitative case study approach. Gastroenterology Nursing, 39, 366-375. doi: 10.1097/SGA.0000000000000179

In-text: (Tao, Songwathana, Isaramalai, & Wang, 2016)

CSGNA Standards

Canadian Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates. (2012). Standards for gastroenterology nursing practice. Retrieved from https://colibri-production-app.s3.amazonaws.com/sites/555e068a83781212ec01929d/assets/5723d02c4a2c097a1f007457/
FINAL_Standards_CSGNA_March_12_2012.pdf

In-text: (Canadian Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, 2012)

Gastroenterology Nursing Certificate (GNC)

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