Pediatric Acute Care: A Comprehensive Guide for Interprofessional Practice

Stay current with the latest evidence and clinical practices in pediatric acute care with the definitive textbook in the field, now in its second edition. Edited by esteemed professionals Beth Nachtsheim Bolick, Karin Reuter-Rice, Maureen A. Madden, and Paul N. Severin, this comprehensive guide takes an evidence-based, interprofessional approach to pediatric acute care, highlighting the depth and diversity needed for dynamic healthcare environments.

Coverage and Contributions

This esteemed textbook boasts contributions from over 200 practicing clinicians and academic experts from various disciplines, including medicine, nursing, pharmacy, child life, nutrition, law, integrative medicine, education, public health, and psychology. The result is a rich, diverse perspective on pediatric acute care.

Interprofessional Collaborative Approach

The second edition features a unique interprofessional collaborative approach, ensuring that healthcare professionals from all backgrounds can work together seamlessly to provide top-notch care for acutely ill children. This approach is further enhanced by the integration of the 2016 IPEC Core Competencies for Interprofessional Collaborative Practice.

Comprehensive Content

The book is divided into five units, covering:

• Introductory information on pediatric acute care
• The approach to the pediatric patient and family
• Major acute care disorders and their management
• Emergency preparedness
• Common acute care procedures

New and Updated Content

The second edition includes updated evidence-based content throughout, ensuring that healthcare professionals are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills to provide exceptional care for pediatric patients in acute, inpatient, emergency, transport, and critical care settings. The full-color design and vivid illustrations enhance learning and make content easier to navigate and digest.

Streamlined Procedures Unit

The procedures unit has been streamlined to focus on need-to-know content, providing healthcare professionals with quick access to essential information when they need it most.

Published by Elsevier, this 1280-page paperback is an indispensable resource for healthcare professionals working in pediatric acute care. With its comprehensive content, interprofessional approach, and emphasis on evidence-based practice, this book is an essential tool for providing high-quality care for acutely ill children.