Child Health Nursing (3rd Edition)

Comprehensive Educational Resources for Pediatric Nursing Excellence

Authored by esteemed medical professionals Jane W. Ball DrPH RN CPNP, Ruth C. Bindler, and Kay J. Cowen, this meticulously revised textbook serves as an invaluable guide for advancing the caliber of pediatric nursing care within acute care environments and community settings.

This updated edition of “CHILD HEALTH NURSING” embodies a holistic approach, empowering students to seamlessly integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications. It fosters collaboration among nurses, children, families, and allied healthcare providers, grounding all initiatives in evidence-based research and clinical reasoning.

Guided by this comprehensive text, students acquire the critical thinking skills necessary to devise optimal care plans tailored to each child’s unique needs. The authors underscore the integral role of families in the healthcare process, recognizing their indispensable contributions to health promotion and maintenance.

Incorporating the latest advancements in nursing practice, this edition incorporates current NANDA International diagnoses, Nursing Intervention Classifications (NIC), Nursing Outcomes Classifications (NOC), and Healthy People 2020 recommendations.

Abundant sample nursing care plans provide students with practical frameworks for applying developmental, psychosocial, and physiologic concepts to the care of children with specific conditions. The text consistently emphasizes the importance of research, clinical reasoning, and evidence-based practice, ensuring that students remain abreast of contemporary topics ranging from genomics to the latest pharmacological treatment options.

This comprehensive resource empowers pediatric nurses with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities essential for delivering exceptional care that meets the ever-evolving healthcare needs of children and their families.