Maternal and Child Health Nursing, Sixth Edition, provides a comprehensive, family-centered approach to maternal, newborn, and child health. Adele Pillitteri emphasizes the continuum of care, presenting maternal and child health as interconnected rather than separate disciplines. The text helps nurses understand wellness and illness in the context of the family, combining theory, research, and practical applications for holistic care.
Key Features
- Integrates maternal, newborn, and child health as a continuous spectrum of care
- Emphasizes family-centered nursing and the holistic understanding of wellness and illness
- Combines evidence-based practice with clinical applications for real-world nursing
- Covers preventive care, health promotion, and management of common conditions
- Includes updated content reflecting current standards, guidelines, and trends in maternal and child health nursing
- Designed for students and practicing nurses seeking a comprehensive, practical reference
