Nursing Care of Children and Young People with Long-Term Conditions

Nursing Care of Children and Young People with Long Term Conditions remains the only nursing-specific text dedicated to the holistic care of children and adolescents living with chronic illness. Written for both nursing students and practicing professionals, this fully updated second edition integrates theory, evidence, and practice to support high-quality, family-centered care across diverse health and social care settings. Drawing on contributions from experienced academics and clinicians, the book addresses the complex physical, psychological, and social challenges faced by children and families managing long-term conditions.

Key Features:

• The only nursing-focused textbook dedicated exclusively to pediatric long-term and chronic conditions
• Updated content aligned with contemporary guidelines and evidence-based practice
• Rich use of case studies, activities, and clinical scenarios to bridge theory and practice
• Explores the genetic basis and varied onset of long-term childhood conditions
• Examines the impact of chronic illness on children, parents, and siblings, including a new chapter on sibling experiences
• Discusses classic and contemporary theories of grief, loss, coping, and adaptation
• Addresses ethical, legal, professional, political, and policy influences on pediatric healthcare
• Emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration and evolving nursing roles
• Covers acute care needs, emergency management, and transition planning from pediatric to adult services
• Essential reading for student and registered children’s nurses and allied health professionals