Description
Advanced Pediatric Assessment provides a detailed and comprehensive approach to obtaining the history and physical examination of children. It addresses the unique anatomic and physiologic differences between infants, children and adults so that PNPs, FNPs, and other practitioners can provide an accurate assessment during health and illness. Using a body system framework that highlights developmental and cultural considerations, the book emphasizes the physical and psychosocial principles of growth and development. Advanced Pediatric Assessment carries increased relevance today, with a focus on health promotion and wellness.
Features
- Depth of content targeted to advanced practice nurses or PA, Pediatric Nurse Practioners, and Family Nurse Practitioners.
- Introductory chapter provides a detailed yet concise overview of child health assessment, with a focus on the clinical implications of head-to-toe body system immaturity.
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Each body system chapter includes developmental and cultural aspects of the assessment of that particular body system.
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Separate, in-depth chapters on developmental and cultural assessment.
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Detailed chapter on communication techniques used when assessing children of various ages and developmental levels.
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Separate chapters on Family and Mental Health Assessment
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Includes separate chapters on pediatric health supervision, nutrition and safety.
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Entire chapter devoted to assessment of the neonate.
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Detailed chapter on the assessment of child abuse and neglect.
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Numerous tables throughout each chapter to summarize key, important content.
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Over 280 photos and charts exhance the text, including a full-color insert depicting a variety of commonly encountered pediatric physical findings.
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Sample medical record documentation included in each chapter.
About the Author(s)
- Ellen M Chiocca RNC, MSN, CPNP
- Assistant Professor of Clinical Nursing Loyola University at Chicago School of Nursing
Specs
- Product Format: Hardbound
- ISBN: 9780781791656
- Trim Size: 8.375 x 10.875
- Pages: 560
- Pub Date: Mar 20, 2010
- Weight: 4.0
Associated Specialties
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