Nursing Approach to the Evaluation of Child Maltreatment
Second Edition
The second edition of Nursing Approach to the Evaluation of Child Maltreatment provides updated guidelines on identifying signs of abuse and neglect in children. Specifically tailored to professionals in the nursing field, each chapter includes treatment plans for the many different types of maltreatment. The text also features useful tools such as checklists and easy-to-reference examination guidelines.
This title covers a wide range of topics, ranging from the effects of domestic violence on children to how children can become victimized online. Chapters also discuss legal issues related to maltreatment, procedural guidelines for medical contact with victims, and more. Edited by a forensic and psychiatric clinical specialist, this authoritative reference is a must-have for forensic nurses, nurse practitioners, and other professionals who may encounter child abuse in the clinical setting.
Features & Benefits:
- 170 high-quality images
- Includes detailed treatment guidelines
- Ideal for nurses of any experience level or specialty