Wong's Essentials of Pediatric Nursing 9

Wong’s Essentials of Pediatric Nursing by Marilyn Hockenberry and David Wilson is a definitive, practice-focused resource that equips nursing students and professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to care for children across all developmental stages. Emphasizing family-centered care, evidence-based practice, and patient safety, this comprehensive text integrates theory with real-world application, helping nurses provide individualized, high-quality pediatric care.

Key Features:

• Developmental approach highlighting key issues at each stage of a child’s growth.
• Family-focused content with dedicated chapters, Family-Centered Care boxes, and patient-teaching guidance.
• Wellness emphasis, including health promotion and injury prevention strategies.
• Evidence-Based Practice boxes demonstrating application of research in clinical care.
• Atraumatic Care boxes providing guidance to minimize pain and stress for children and families.
• Safety Alerts and Quality Patient Outcomes content supporting patient safety and QSEN competencies.
• Critical thinking case studies for analytical skill development in clinical scenarios.
• Drug Alerts and Pathophysiology Reviews for enhanced understanding of pharmacology and disease processes.
• Updated content on genetics, late preterm infants, childhood obesity, shaken baby syndrome, immunizations, and more.
• Full-color illustrations, highlighted boxes, and tables for quick reference and visual learning.
• Access to hands-on study tools to reinforce learning and clinical application.