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Jaypee A Comprehensive Manual of Pediatric Nursing Procedures by Kavitha K
The second edition is mainly focused on including the recent advances in care of this precious age group. One chapter has been completely devoted for this. Topics, such as administration of vaccines, newborn history taking, and guidelines for breast milk storage are newly added to this edition. Apart from this, the contents of various procedures are updated relevant to present scenario and research evidences. Further, the incorporation of figures, tables and flowcharts in various chapters will serve as a valuable tool in understanding the procedures in a holistic way. At the beginning of every chapter, the learning objectives and keywords are stated. The key points of the topics are summarized as highlights. To have self-assessment of learning outcomes, memory exercise is given.Key FeaturesAs name implies this book comprehensively covers commonly performed procedures in pediatric and neonatal healthcare settings.Written after in-depth literature review of various policies and protocols by different healthcare facilities at national and international level along with own clinical experience.Modern concepts in pediatric nursing, such as atraumatic care and family centered care are incorporated in carrying out the procedures.Recent advances in prenatal, neonatal and pediatric care have been compiled as a unit considering the modern trend of advanced technology in child health care.Normal values for various investigations of children are included in the book for easy and quick reference.Figures, flowcharts and tables are used as appropriate for easy understanding of the concepts of various procedures and to develop interest in reading. Statement of learning objectives, key words, highlights and the memory exercise sure will enhance more meaningful learning.