Pediatric Nursing Made Incredibly Easy

Create a strong foundation in pediatric nursing care -- and gain empowering skills and confidence -- with the fully updated Pediatric Nursing made Incredibly Easy!

(R), 3rd Edition.

This fully illustrated, enjoyable guide offers easy-to-remember ways to strengthen your understanding and retention of common pediatric conditions at every level of child development.

An irreplaceable on-the-job reference for all new nurses, this go-to resource supports class materials, is the ideal study partner for NCLEX(R), HESI or CPN exam preparation, and is an excellent refresher for experienced nurses.

Absorb expert knowledge and real-life guidance on pediatric nursing care:

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--[endif]-->NEW and updated content in concise, bulleted format for easy quick-reference

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--[endif]-->End-of-book learning support - the "Practice Makes Perfect" practice test that mimics NCLEX(R) style and content

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--[endif]-->Dozens of colorful diagrams and illustrations that outline core terms and concepts, with easy-to-retain definitions and clinical guidance on topics such as:

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--[endif]-->The role of the pediatric nurse, family-centered care, and pediatric care standards

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--[endif]-->Pediatric pain assessment and management

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--[endif]-->Meeting the needs of the hospitalized and special needs child

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--[endif]-->Developmental aspects of pediatric care - factors that influence growth and development in infancy, early childhood, middle childhood and adolescence

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--[endif]-->Common pediatric conditions affecting different body systems, including problems in the neurologic, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, endocrine and metabolic, hematologic and immunologic, and dermatologic systems

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--[endif]-->Infectious diseases and immunizations

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--[endif]-->Just the facts - a quick summary of content at the start of each chapter

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--[endif]-->"Nurse Joy and Jake" - expert insights that explain key concepts, provide important care reminders and offer reassurance

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--[endif]-->Cultured pearls - insights on unique cultural aspects of care, by cultural group

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--[endif]-->Memory joggers - memory aids that help you grasp and retain difficult concepts

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--[endif]-->Growing pains - descriptions, expectations and risks for each developmental stage

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--[endif]-->It's all relative - teaching tips and checklists for family education

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--[endif]-->Advice from experts - helpful tips and insights from experienced pediatric nurses

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--[endif]-->Education edge - teaching tips and checklists for patient education

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--[endif]-->Quick quiz - multiple-choice, end-of-chapter questions written in NCLEX(R) format, followed by answers and rationales