Prepare your students for pediatric critical care nursing practice and 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 students deliver optimal care to critically ill and injured children. Authoritative coverage emphasizes evidence-based care and professionalism, equipping students 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 students stay current with the latest information in pediatric acute and critical care nursing and serves as a valuable reference to prepare for the CCRN®-K certification exam.
UPDATED content throughout reflects the latest research evidence, national and international treatment protocols, the CCRN®-K examination blueprints, and AACN’s ECCO 3.0.
NEW full-color design with additional illustrations, boxes, and tables enhances usability and emphasizes health equity.
Comprehensive coverage presents the most current standards of care, scope of practice, national guidelines, and key AACN initiatives.
Alignment with the AACN Certification Corporation’s CCRN®-K test plan ensures valuable review and preparation for the pediatric critical care certification exam.
Easy-to-read outline format provides quick access to essential information.
Authoritative content is developed and endorsed by AACN and AACN-affiliated subject matter experts.
The AACN’s Synergy Model for Patient Care is applied to pediatric acute and critical care nursing practice.
Case studies challenge students to apply what they're learning to real-life patient scenarios.
Chapter on professional nursing issues discusses quality, safety, communication, teamwork, work environment, and personal wellness.
In-depth coverage of multisystem problems addresses topics such as multiple trauma, toxicology, septic shock, and burns.
UPDATED content throughout reflects the latest research evidence, national and international treatment protocols, the CCRN®-K examination blueprints, and AACN’s ECCO 3.0.
NEW full-color design with additional illustrations, boxes, and tables enhances usability.
1. Caring for Critically Ill Children and Their Families 2. Pulmonary System 3. Cardiovascular System 4. Neurologic System 5. Renal System 6. Endocrine System 7. Gastrointestinal System 8. Hematologic and Immune Systems 9. Multisystem Issues I. Multiple Trauma II. Toxicology III. Septic Shock IV. Burns V. Disaster Preparedness VI. Initial Stabilization and Transport 10. Professional Issues: Quality, Safety, Work Environment, and Wellness
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