Maternal-Child Nursing by Emily McKinney

Two books in one, Maternal-Child Nursing covers both the maternity and pediatrics portions of the nursing curriculum. A condensed format makes this book ideal for programs that teach this content in an extremely abbreviated time period. Written by expert educators in both arenas, this text provides a consistent level of depth and accuracy as well as a student-friendly writing style. Current issues and trends are addressed through the use of community nursing care plans, expanded health promotion content, enhanced communication tips, and parent/child teaching boxes. Want to Know boxes guide the student in teaching women, parents, and children about self-care and follow-up home care. Critical to Remember boxes alert the student to vital safety and care issues. Critical Thinking exercises challenge the student to apply learning to practice. Suggested answers and rationales appear at the end of chapters. Procedure boxes highlight step-by-step instructions for common clinical nursing tasks. Communication Cues offer tips for obtaining information from women, children, and parents, including probing questions and other practical examples. Nursing Care Plans guide the student through assessment, nursing diagnoses, expected outcomes, nursing interventions, rationales, and evaluation for specific maternity and pediatric conditions. Read more