Author Description

This new text brings together, in one volume, the information needed for both the maternity and pediatrics portion of the RN curriculum. Designed for programs that teach, this content in an abbreviated time period and authored by expert educators in both arenas, this text provides a consistent level of depth and a well-illustrated, highly visual presentation. Offers teaching guidelines for specific clients (parents, women, caretakers, etc.) in Want to Know boxes that use simple language appropriate for patients. Summarizes essential information in Critical to Remember boxes. Asks students to apply the principles discussed in each chapter to clinical situations with Critical Thinking exercises accompanied by response guidelines at the end of the chapter. Presents step-by-step guides to standard pediatric and maternity nursing procedures, with rationales included for each step. Summarizes care guidelines and illustrates the use of clinical pathways, or care maps, as a means of organizing care. Engage readers with interactive, knowledge-building exercises, chapter summaries, and perforated study cards.