Perioperative Care of the Child A Nursing Manual 1st Edition by Linda Shields ISBN ‎1405155957 978-1405155953

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ISBN 10: ‎ 1405155957
ISBN 13:   978-1405155953
Author:  Linda Shields 

Perioperative Care of the Child

Edited by well-known and highly-regarded children’s nurse Linda Shields, Perioperative Care of the Child is an essential resource for any children’s nurse working in a perioperative setting and all student nurses on the child branch. This timely and valuable text provides comprehensive coverage of the essential skills and knowledge required by practitioners in order to deliver safe and effective perioperative nursing care for the child requiring surgery before, during and after any operation.

Perioperative Care of the Child explores the role of the nurse in a wide variety of perioperative contexts, including anaesthetics, surgical procedures (including coverage of fetal surgery, endoscopic procedures and care of children with burns), paediatric transplantation, postoperative recovery, and pre- and post-hospital care. This essential resource benefits from an international perspective, with contributions from experienced and highly-specialised clinicians from around the world.

• Essential reading for children’s and perioperative nurses, and others who work in the perioperative area.
• Evidence-based, with clear links to nursing practice.
• Focuses on key skills and knowledge.
• Emphasises patient-centred care.
• Edited by an internationally-regarded children’s nurse.

Perioperative Care of the Child: A Nursing Manual 1st Table of contents:

• Introduction to Pediatric Perioperative Care

  • Overview of the perioperative process for children.
  • The role of the nurse in the pediatric surgical environment.
  • Key principles and practices in pediatric perioperative nursing.

• Developmental Considerations in Pediatric Care

  • Understanding the stages of child development and their implications for perioperative care.
  • Age-specific needs of children, including sensory, cognitive, and emotional aspects.

• Preoperative Assessment and Preparation

  • Techniques for assessing children before surgery, including physical and emotional evaluations.
  • Preparing the child and family for surgery, addressing concerns, and minimizing anxiety.
  • Preoperative education and instructions for parents and caregivers.

• Anesthesia in Pediatric Surgery

  • Types of anesthesia commonly used in pediatric patients.
  • Pre-anesthesia assessments, risks, and management.
  • Monitoring and recovery from anesthesia in children.

• Intraoperative Nursing Care

  • Roles and responsibilities of the pediatric perioperative nurse during surgery.
  • Handling pediatric equipment and ensuring safety during procedures.
  • Pain management and comfort measures in the operating room.

• Postoperative Care in Children

  • Postoperative monitoring and recovery in pediatric patients.
  • Pain assessment and management techniques for children after surgery.
  • Early detection of postoperative complications in pediatric patients.

• Psychosocial Aspects of Pediatric Surgery

  • Addressing the psychological and emotional needs of children and their families during the perioperative period.
  • Techniques for reducing anxiety and promoting a sense of security for both patients and parents.

• Family-Centered Care

  • The importance of involving families in the perioperative process.
  • Communicating with parents and caregivers and addressing their concerns.
  • Support for families in the postoperative period.

• Surgical Interventions for Common Pediatric Conditions

  • Specific surgical procedures commonly performed on children, such as hernia repair, tonsillectomy, and appendectomy.
  • Special considerations for these procedures, including potential complications and expected recovery times.

• Infection Prevention and Control

  • Infection control practices in pediatric perioperative care.
  • Prevention of surgical site infections and managing risks in children.

• Nursing Challenges and Innovations in Pediatric Surgery

  • Addressing unique challenges in pediatric perioperative care, such as managing complex medical conditions and special needs.
  • Technological advancements and innovations in pediatric surgery and nursing.

• Ethical and Legal Considerations

  • Ethical issues in pediatric perioperative nursing, including consent, confidentiality, and child advocacy.
  • Legal aspects related to pediatric surgery and nursing care.

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration in Pediatric Surgery

  • The role of various healthcare providers, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and pediatricians, in perioperative care.
  • Collaborative care approaches to improve outcomes for pediatric surgical patients.

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