Paediatrics and Medications: A Resource for Guiding Nurses in Medication Administration

<p><b>Unique resource on medication administration to support students and nurses</b></p> <p>This handy new guide offers concise and specific information for nurses on preparing and administering medications for children in Australia and New Zealand.</p> <p>Unlike other medication administration textbooks,<i> Paediatrics and Medications </i>provides comprehensive information, tips and evidence-based strategies directly related to paediatric patients. Focusing on the &lsquo;how to&rsquo; of safe medication administration for paediatric patients, this resource also includes a focus on health literacy considerations, techniques in play and other unique elements specifically related to children and their caregivers.</p> <p>This book is perfect for students undertaking paediatric nursing units of study, and is also highly clinically relevant across broader nursing practice.</p><p>&middot; Comprehensive text for effective and safe administration of medications to patients aged 1 month to 18 years</p> <p>&middot; Clearly presented and easy to follow – a great resource for all nurses who are new to paediatrics and for students on placement in paediatric units</p> <p>&middot; Strong focus on paediatric safety, child/carer education, communication and play, consent, consideration of patients from a range of backgrounds</p> <p>&middot; Takes a family-centred approach – considers the patient and their family/carers when administering medication</p> <p>&middot; Supports existing paediatric drug dosage resources such as AMH Children&rsquo;s Dosing Companion and the Royal Children&rsquo;s Hospital Melbourne&rsquo;s Paediatric Injectable Guidelines</p> <p>&middot; Addresses paediatric nursing curriculum requirements and includes clinically relevant information to support lifelong learning and enhancement of critical thinking skills</p>