Children’s nurses face unique challenges in their daily practice. Caring for the health needs of children and young people requires specialized knowledge and skills. The Oxford Handbook of Clinical Skills for Children’s and Young People’s Nursing is a comprehensive guide that provides nurses with the essential information they need to provide the best care for their patients.

The handbook focuses on the key principles that underpin all elements of care, providing a solid, evidence-based framework that nurses can use to develop their clinical knowledge, skills, and attitudes. It covers a wide range of topics including body systems, clinical skills, and tips for overcoming challenges in procedures. The book also includes practical advice from current practitioners, making it a valuable resource for nurses in any clinical setting.

Editorial Reviews

Review

This book would be of benefit to all nursing students and nursing staff working with children and young people whether based on general pediatric or specialist pediatric wards or general to intensive care settings. Nursing Times.net, March 2013

About the Author

The Oxford Handbook of Clinical Skills for Children’s and Young People’s Nursing is edited by Paula Dawson, Louise Cook, Laura-Jane Holliday, and Helen Saxelby. Paula Dawson has over 25 years of experience in nursing and has held various clinical, managerial, and educational roles. Louise Cook has expertise in cleft and wound care and is a lecturer in Child Health at the University of Nottingham. Laura-Jane Holliday is a Practitioner Health Lecturer and preceptorship development nurse. Helen Saxelby specializes in children’s neurosciences and is a Practitioner Health Lecturer.

By bringing their collective knowledge and expertise together, the authors have created a handbook that is both practical and informative. Their commitment to evidence-based care and the unique role of the nurse in the multi-disciplinary team is evident throughout the book.

Why You Should Order This Book

Whether you are a nursing student or an experienced nurse, the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Skills for Children’s and Young People’s Nursing is an essential reference tool. It provides a comprehensive overview of the key principles and skills needed to care for children and young people. The evidence-based framework ensures that the information is up-to-date and relevant to current practice.

This handbook covers a wide range of topics including body systems, clinical skills, and tips for overcoming challenges in procedures. The practical advice from current practitioners is invaluable, providing real-world insights and solutions to common problems.

Ordering this book will not only enhance your clinical knowledge and skills but also improve the care you provide to your patients. The Oxford Handbook of Clinical Skills for Children’s and Young People’s Nursing will become your go-to resource for any clinical setting.

Product Details

• Series: Oxford Handbooks in Nursing
• eBook Digital: 608 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA (September 8, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0199593469
• ISBN-13: 978-0199593460
• ISBN-13: 9780199593460
• eText ISBN: 9780191629969