Maternal and Child Health Nursing Care of the Childbearing and Childrearing Family 8th Edition by JoAnne Silbert Flagg, Adele Pillitteri ISBN 1496348133 9781496348135

Section 1: Introduction to Maternal and Child Health Nursing

1. Introduction to Maternal and Child Health Nursing

   • Overview of maternal and child health nursing

   • Family-centered care and nursing theory

   • The role of the nurse in maternal and child health

2. The Family in Health and Illness

   • Theories of family development

   • Family structure and functioning

   • Socioeconomic factors affecting maternal and child health

Section 2: Reproductive Health and Nursing Care

3. Reproductive Health: Women’s Health and Well-being

   • Health care for women of childbearing age

   • Reproductive health and family planning

   • Ethical and legal considerations in reproductive health

4. Prenatal Care and the Maternal-Fetal Relationship

   • Maternal health during pregnancy

   • Fetal development and maternal-fetal bonding

   • Prenatal assessment and risk management

5. Pregnancy Complications

   • High-risk pregnancy conditions

   • Common maternal health problems and their management

   • Assessment and intervention strategies

Section 3: Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Care

6. The Labor Process

   • Stages of labor and delivery

   • Pain management and childbirth preparation

   • Supportive care for laboring women

7. The Birth Experience

   • Birth procedures and delivery room care

   • Immediate newborn care

   • Postpartum care for the mother

8. Postpartum Nursing Care

   • Physical and emotional recovery after birth

   • Postpartum assessment and complications

   • Family adjustment to the new baby

Section 4: Newborn Care and Pediatric Nursing

9. Normal Newborn Care

   • Immediate and ongoing assessment of the newborn

   • Basic newborn care: feeding, bathing, and diapering

   • The newborn’s physical and psychological needs

10. The High-Risk Newborn

• Conditions that can affect the newborn in the first days of life

• Preterm, low birth weight, and sick newborns

• Specialized care for high-risk neonates

11. Pediatric Growth and Development

• Milestones in childhood development

• Factors influencing growth and development

• Promoting healthy growth in infants and children

Section 5: Pediatric Health and Illness

12. Health Promotion for Children and Families

• Preventive care strategies for infants, children, and adolescents

• Immunizations and screenings

• Parenting education and support

13. Common Childhood Illnesses and Conditions

• Acute and chronic health conditions in children

• Infectious diseases in childhood

• Pediatric nursing care for common childhood conditions

14. Family-Centered Care of the Ill Child

• Approaches to pediatric nursing care

• Communicating with families and children

• Coping strategies for families with sick children

Section 6: Nursing Care of Adolescents and Families

15. Adolescent Health and Development

• Physical, emotional, and social development during adolescence

• Health promotion and risk factors for adolescents

• Sexual health and reproductive education for adolescents

16. Mental Health and Behavioral Issues in Children and Adolescents

• Common mental health conditions in children and adolescents

• Behavioral health promotion and interventions

• Family support in managing mental health issues

Section 7: Nursing Care for Families with Special Needs

17. The Child with Special Needs

• Nursing care for children with physical, developmental, or cognitive disabilities

• Family dynamics and support for children with special needs

• Pediatric rehabilitation and interventions

18. Nursing Care for Families Affected by Violence and Abuse

• Recognizing signs of child abuse and neglect

• Family violence and its impact on children and adolescents

• Legal and ethical considerations in reporting abuse

Section 8: Contemporary Issues in Maternal and Child Health Nursing

19. Global Perspectives in Maternal and Child Health

• Global health challenges and maternal-child health disparities

• International organizations and programs addressing maternal-child health

• Cross-cultural considerations in maternal and child health nursing

20. Ethical and Legal Issues in Maternal and Child Health Nursing

• Ethical dilemmas in maternal-child nursing

• Legal aspects of care, informed consent, and patient advocacy

• Family rights and confidentiality