Wong's Essentials of Pediatric Nursing

As a leading title in pediatric nursing for more than 40 years, Wong's Essentials of Pediatric Nursing, 12th Edition, continues its trademark developmental approach to equip you with the very latest research and guidelines for treating children today. The text features a highly-readable writing style and encourages a whole-body approach - beginning with child development and health promotion to facilitate understanding of the later chapters on specific health problems. This new edition offers updated clinical judgment case studies and questions, along with expanded evidence-based content to ensure you understand the latest standards and trends impacting pediatric nursing care.Highly readable writing style encourages a whole-body approach, beginning with child development and health promotion, to better understand later chapters on specific health problemsFull-color design clarifies the organization of each chapter and visually enhances key conceptsThe latest recommendations from authoritative nursing organizations include the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, and moreConcepts lists in each chapter focus attention on essential concepts and help those using a concept-based curriculum, system-focused curriculum or hybrid approachDevelopmental approach identifies developmental tasks and influences at each stage of child's growthEmphasis on wellness includes health promotion chapters for each developmental stage of childhoodClinical Judgment Case Studies are featured throughout the text with answers provided at the back of the bookCritical Thinking Case Study boxes promote independent thinkingQuality Patient Indicators help you understand how your care directly impacts patient safety and quality patient outcomesGenetics content includes information on genetics and its impact on healthDrug Alerts highlight important drug information in the text to alert you to potential safety issuesFamily focus includes a separate family chapter, family content integrated throughout the text, and Family-Centered Care boxes throughoutCommunity Focus boxes provide resources and guidance on caring for children outside the clinical settingTranslating Evidence into Practice boxes focus attention on the application of research and critical thought processes to support and guide the outcomes of nursing careNursing care plans are presented as Unfolding Cases and provide real-life scenarios with questionsResearch Focus boxes throughout text help you remain abreast of current studies that impact pediatric nursing todayCultural content is integrated throughout the text, and Cultural Considerations boxes explain customs and beliefs of different cultures that influence childcare to enhance your ability to provide quality nursing care to all children and their familiesAtraumatic Care boxes throughout the text contain techniques for care that minimize pain, discomfort or stressNursing Tips offer helpful hints and practical, clinical information of a non-emergency natureNursing Alerts provide critical information that must be considered in providing careEmergency Treatment content provides a quick reference in critical situationsNursing Care Guidelines provide clear, step-by-step instructions for performing specific skills or proceduresNEW! Updates throughout incorporate the latest evidence-based content and national and international guidelines.NEW! Modern photos in almost every chapter reflect today's clinical practice.NEW! Updated COVID-19 content and added coverage of Mpox, Dengue fever and Zika virus keeps you up to date on infectious and communicable diseases.NEW! Coverage of caring for patients with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and trauma.UPDATED! Streamlined Pain chapter offers quick access to essential information.UPDATED! Expanded content addresses Autism spectrum disorders and children with disabilities.UPDATED! Content on LGBTQIA prepares you to provide appropriate care to these patients.UPDATED! Expanded coverage of vaping and marijuana use by children.UPDATED! Revised section on peripheral intravenous catheters features insights from a new expert contributor.UPDATED! Revised clinical judgment review questions challenge you to apply your decision-making skills.UPDATED! Expanded Perspectives of Pediatric Nursing chapter reflects the latest trends in the field.