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Wong's Essentials of Pediatric Nursing, 11th Edition
ISBN: 9780323624190
Wong's Essentials of Pediatric Nursing, 11th Edition, is a comprehensive textbook designed to equip nursing students with the latest research and guidelines for treating children. This book has been a go-to resource in the pediatric nursing market for over 40 years, making it a trusted companion for both students and educators.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by nursing students and instructors in pediatric nursing courses at the college and university levels. It is also a valuable resource for pediatric nurses, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in understanding the principles of pediatric nursing.
History and Editions
The 11th edition of Wong's Essentials of Pediatric Nursing continues to leverage its trademark developmental approach. This edition features Next Generation NCLEX ®-style case studies and questions, a new chapter covering all systems cancers, additional case studies within the nursing care plans, and updated and expanded evidence-based content throughout. The text has been updated to reflect the latest standards and trends impacting pediatric nursing care today.
Author and Other Works
The authors of Wong's Essentials of Pediatric Nursing are Marilyn J. Hockenberry, Cheryl C. Rodgers, and David Wilson. Marilyn J. Hockenberry is known for her expertise in pediatric nursing and her ability to explain complex concepts clearly and simply. Cheryl C. Rodgers and David Wilson contribute their knowledge and experience in pediatric nursing to ensure that the text remains current and relevant.
Key Features
- Developmental Approach: Clearly identifies developmental tasks and influences at each stage of a child’s growth.
- Emphasis on Wellness: Features health promotion chapters for each developmental stage of childhood.
- Critical Thinking Case Studies: Includes case studies with answers throughout the text to enhance critical thinking skills.
- Quality Patient Outcomes: Highlights nursing management discussions for major diseases and disorders, focusing on quality patient outcomes.
- Drug Alerts: Draws attention to potential safety issues, reflecting QSEN safety initiative.
- Family Focus: Includes a separate family chapter as well as family content and *Family-Centered Care* boxes integrated throughout the text.
- Community Focus: Focuses attention on the application of research and critical thought processes to support and guide the outcomes of nursing care.
- Evidence-Based Practice: Includes a chapter on complementary & alternative therapy to aid in providing complete, comprehensive care.
- Nursing Care Plans: Provides a model for planning patient care with rationales that explain the "why" behind each plan.
- Cultural Content: Integrates cultural considerations and techniques for care that minimize pain, discomfort, or stress.
- Atraumatic Care: Offers helpful hints and practical, clinical information for non-emergency situations.
- Nursing Alerts: Features critical information that MUST BE considered in providing care, providing a quick reference in critical situations.
- Emergency Treatment Sections: Includes nursing care guidelines with clear, step-by-step instructions for performing specific skills or procedures.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Paperback with Access Code: ISBN-13: 9780323624190
- Used, Rental, and eBook Copies: Typically do not include supplemental materials, but may vary depending on the seller.
Publication Details
- Publisher: Elsevier
- Publication Date: April 1, 2021
- Number of Pages: Varies (not specified in sources)
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
- The 10th edition is available through various retailers, but specific ISBNs for other formats like eTextbook or rental options are not provided in the sources.
Related ISBNs:
- The primary ISBN for this book is 9780323624190. Other related ISBNs for different editions or formats are not specified in the provided sources.
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