Extensively revised to reflect trends in pediatric nursing, up-to-date techniques, and current literature. A new chapter on assessment of mental health addresses growing areas of concern including school phobia, ADHD, depression, suicide, anxiety, and schizophrenia. New tables provide quick reference to common childhood symptoms (i.e., fever, diarrhea, vomiting). Updated coverage of immunizations (U.S. and Canada) includes information regarding relevance and normal timing of immunizations as well as most current published tables. Nursing diagnoses have been updated throughout.
1. Health History 2. Measurement of Vital Signs 3. Assessment of Body Systems 4. General Assessment 5. Concluding the Assessment Appendices A. Developmental Assessment B. Growth Charts C. Normal Laboratory Values D. Immunization Schedules for Infants and Children E. Sample Documentation of a Child Health History F. Bibliography Index
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