Elsevier Wong's Essentials of Pediatric Nursing

**Selected for 2026 Doody's Core Titles as an Essential Purchase in Pediatrics** As a leading title in pediatric nursing for more than 40 years, Wong's Essentials of Pediatric Nursing, 12th Edition, continues its trademark developmental approach to equip you with the very latest research and guidelines for treating children today. The text features a highly-readable writing style and encourages a whole-body approach - beginning with child development and health promotion to facilitate understanding of the later chapters on specific health problems. This new edition offers updated clinical judgment case studies and questions, along with expanded evidence-based content to ensure you understand the latest standards and trends impacting pediatric nursing care. Highly readable writing style encourages a whole-body approach, beginning with child development and health promotion, to better understand later chapters on specific health problems Full-color design clarifies the organization of each chapter and visually enhances key concepts The latest recommendations from authoritative nursing organizations include the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, and more Concepts lists in each chapter focus attention on essential concepts and help those using a concept-based curriculum, system-focused curriculum or hybrid approach Developmentalapproach identifies developmental tasks and influences at each stage of child’s growth Emphasis on wellness includes health promotion chapters for each developmental stage of childhood Clinical Judgment Case Studiesare featured throughout the text with answers provided at the back of the book Critical Thinking Case Studyboxes promote independent thinking Quality Patient Indicatorshelp you understand how your care directly impacts patient safety and quality patient outcomes Genetics content includes information on genetics and its impact on health Drug Alertshighlight important drug information in the text to alert you to potential safety issues Family focus includes a separate family chapter, family content integrated throughout the text, and Family-Centered Careboxes throughout Community Focusboxes provide resources and guidance on caring for children outside the clinical setting Translating Evidence into Practiceboxes focus attention on the application of research and critical thought processes to support and guide the outcomes of nursing care Nursing care plans are presented as Unfolding Casesandprovide real-life scenarios with questions Research Focusboxes throughout text help you remain abreast of current studies that impact pediatric nursing today Cultural content is integrated throughout the text, and Cultural Considerationsboxes explain customs and beliefs of different cultures that influence childcare to enhance your ability to provide quality nursing care to all children and their families Atraumatic Careboxes throughout the text contain techniques for care that minimize pain, discomfort or stress Nursing Tipsoffer helpful hints and practical, clinical information of a non-emergency nature Nursing Alertsprovide critical information that must be considered in providing care Emergency Treatmentcontentprovides a quick reference in critical situations Nursing Care Guidelinesprovide clear, step-by-step instructions for performing specific skills or procedures NEW! Updates throughout incorporate the latest evidence-based content and national and international guidelines NEW! Modern photos in almost every chapter reflect today’s clinical practice NEW! Updated COVID-19 content and added coverage of Mpox, Dengue fever and Zika virus keeps you up to date on infectious and communicable diseases NEW! Coverage of caring for patients with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and trauma UPDATED! Streamlined Pain chapter offers quick access to essential information UPDATED! Expanded content addresses Autism spectrum disorders and children with disabilities UPDATED! Content on LGBTQIA prepares you to provide appropriate care to these patients UPDATED! Expanded coverage of vaping and marijuana use by children UPDATED! Revised section on peripheral intravenous catheters features insights from a new expert contributor UPDATED! Revised clinical judgment review questions challenge you to apply your decision-making skills UPDATED! Expanded Perspectives of Pediatric Nursing chapter reflects the latest trends in the field