Pediatric Primary Care

Pediatric Primary Care, 3rd Edition by Beth Richardson is a comprehensive resource designed for nurses, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals working in primary care settings. It provides evidence-based guidance for the assessment, management, and health promotion of children from infancy through adolescence. The text emphasizes a family-centered approach, addressing both acute and chronic conditions, preventive care, and developmental needs across the pediatric lifespan.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Coverage: Addresses health promotion, disease prevention, and management of acute and chronic illnesses.
• Family-Centered Care: Emphasizes collaboration with families to optimize child health outcomes.
• Developmental Approach: Organized by age groups and developmental stages for practical application.
• Clinical Guidance: Includes assessments, interventions, patient education, and anticipatory guidance.
• Evidence-Based Practice: Integrates the latest research, clinical guidelines, and practice recommendations.
• Resources for Practice: Features case studies, charts, and illustrations to support learning and clinical decision-making.