Aacn Core Curriculum for Pediatric Acute and Critical Care Nursing
AACN (American Association of Critical-C
Synopsis "Aacn Core Curriculum for Pediatric Acute and Critical Care Nursing"
Stay up to date with the latest advances in pediatric critical care nursing and prepare for certification! From the experts at the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, the AACN Core Curriculum for Pediatric Acute and Critical Care Nursing, 4th Edition, addresses all aspects of pediatric acute and critical care nursing to help you deliver optimal care to critically ill and injured children. Authoritative coverage emphasizes evidence-based care and professionalism, equipping you to manage the increasing acuity of pediatric patients, provide family-centered care, and lead interprofessional teams. Widely used in hospitals and medical centers for in-service training, this authoritative reference helps you stay current with the latest information in pediatric acute and critical care nursing and serves as a valuable reference to prepare for the CCRN(R)-K certification exam.Comprehensive coverage presents the most current standards of care, scope of practice, national guidelines, and key AACN initiativesAlignment with the AACN Certification Corporation's CCRN(R)-K test plan ensures valuable review and preparation for the pediatric critical care certification examEasy-to-read outline format provides quick access to essential informationAuthoritative content is developed and endorsed by AACN and AACN-affiliated subject matter expertsThe AACN's Synergy Model for Patient Care is applied to pediatric acute and critical care nursing practiceCase studies challenge you to apply what you're learning to real-life patient scenariosChapter on professional nursing issues discusses quality, safety, communication, teamwork, work environment, and personal wellnessIn-depth coverage of multisystem problems addresses topics such as multiple trauma, toxicology, septic shock, and burnsUPDATED content throughout reflects the latest research evidence, national and international treatment protocols, the CCRN(R)-K examination blueprints, and AACN's ECCO 3.0NEW full-color design with additional illustrations, boxes, and tables enhances usability
