Essentials of Pediatric Nursing

Primary Essentials of Pediatric Nursing is designed for pediatric nursing courses using an integrated curriculum. This concept-based textbook emphasizes the nursing process, helping students progress from foundational knowledge to clinical application. With a focus on common pediatric issues and child-specific care, it prepares students to provide safe, effective, and developmentally appropriate nursing care across a wide range of settings. The book also includes multimedia resources, such as a CD-ROM and companion website, offering video demonstrations of developmental stages and the care of hospitalized children.

Key Features

• Concept-based and nursing process-focused to bridge theory and practice
• Comprehensive coverage from newborns through adolescents, including growth and development, health promotion, and pediatric-specific care
• Emphasis on family-centered care and working collaboratively with families
• Guidance on care of hospitalized children and children with special needs
• Community and home-based nursing strategies
• Bonus CD-ROM and companion website with video clips and additional resources for students and instructors
• Structured units and chapters facilitating progressive learning:
• Introduction to Pediatric Nursing
• Health Promotion for the Growing Child and Family
• Foundations of Pediatric Nursing, including assessment, nursing management, and care for children with special needs