However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. The most comprehensive, uptodate, and popular pediatric primary care np certification exam prep available. This book, as is the case with most np texts, contains too much fluff and nursing material and not enough medicine. During the past decade, a new health professional has evolvedthe pediatric nurse practitioner pnp. Responding to warnings of a shortage of primary care physicians, the american academy of.
Youll learn from odu faculty who practice as well as teach. Family nurse practitioner, pediatric nurse practitioner, neonatal icu nurse, nurse. Sep 10, 2019 learn about the education and preparation needed to become a pediatric nurse practitioner. Pediatric nps practice a mix of nursing and medicine, often in collaboration with a doctor, to provide children with a wide scope of care. Plus, our curriculum will lead you on a continuous path from bsbsn to msn to dnp. Specialties include family nurse practitioner and pediatric nurse practitioner. Using an easytouse outline format, it defines the parameters of the specialty by outlining the entire scope of pnp practice and covers everything in the pediatric nurse practitioners pnp certification exams. These questions differ from those that are included in the pediatric nurse practitioner certification.
Create a personal study plan and prepare using the resources below. Written by nursing experts and based on the new american nurses credentialing center ancc pediatric primary care np examination content outline, this new. Primary care certified pediatric nurse practitioner. Pediatric nurse practitioner certification study question. Certified pediatric nurse cpn certified pediatric nurse practitioner primary care cpnppc certified pediatric nurse practitioner acute care cpnpac. The book is a revision of the 2004 text published by health leadership associates, edited by virginia layng millonig and caryl mobley. The pediatric nurse practitioner primary care pnppc is an advanced practice nurse specializing in pediatric health care. The pediatric nurse practitioner movement began in 1964 and is now 25 years old. The pediatric nurse practitioner is a specialist in the care of children from birth through young adult with an indepth knowledge and experience in pediatric primary health care including well child care and. Im currently searching for a job and studying for my boards. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Clinical geriatric psychopharmacology is the most authoritative clinical reference on the pharmacologic treatment of psychiatric disorders in elderly patients. The book is comprehensive for its small size, has sturdy pages and delivered very quickly. Since the first nurse practitioner np program was established in 1965 to train pediatric nurses for advanced practice, the role of the pnp has continued to develop.
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Practice guidelines for family nurse practitioners, 4th edition provides essential information on current assessment and management protocols for primary care patients of all ages. Books for emergency nurse practitioners health ecareers. Practice guidelines for pediatric nurse practitioners. Pediatric primary care nurse practitioner 06 reference list. Research the job description and the education and licensing requirements, and find out how to start a career as a pediatric nurse practitioner. The pnp book corner offers the opportunity for individuals including napnap members, partner organizations or publishers to submit pediatric textbooks that they have authorededited. To become a pediatric nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist, you have to take an exam and meet state certification and continuing education requirements. Napnap is committed to identifying and providing opportunities for the implementation, dissemination, and evaluation of researchbased care by pediatric nurse practitioners pnps and their fellow pediatricfocused advanced practice registered nurses aprns. Im a np student and ordered this as a quick reference during clinical practice.
It breaks visits down into a specific complaint you can look up a specific complaint or. Key topics include developmental theory, issues of daily living, the health status of children today, and diversity and cultural considerations. This blog post outlines 16 highquality smartphone and tablet apps that will serve as excellent resources for any nurse practitioner. A number of authoritative texts, such as those listed, are used to develop this certification examination. Jones and bartlett publishers 2011 nurses drug handbook is the most uptodate, practical, and easytouse nursing drug reference.
Welcome to the 21st edition of nelson textbook of pediatrics the reference of choice. Covering the range of pediatric patients from infant to adolescent pediatric primary care is a comprehensive look at issues related to primary care in children. A pediatric nurse practitioner np is a healthcare provider who specializes in the health needs of infants, children and adolescents. She is currently a clinical professor for the npdnp programs at the hahn school of nursing and health science at the university of san diego.
The primary focus of the program is to prepare the graduate to promote, maintain, supervise and restore health. Pediatric nurse practitioner pediatric nurse practitioner program. The list is provided to help you prepare for the exa. Learn how to become a pediatric nurse practitioner. The quick reference format facilitates immediate and accurate delivery of critical clinical information.
Concise, consistently formatted drug entries organized alphabetically. Pnp book corner national association of pediatric nurse. This brief history reports some early pediatric nurse practitioner adventures and a few of the beginning episodes of the national association of pediatric nurse associates and practitioners. This portable quick reference book is filled with valuable assessment and management information for both pediatric and family nurse practitioners. Pnps acquire advanced knowledge and clinical skills in child health care, enabling them to provide a broad range of services for children from birth through young adult. To learn about certification requirements and apply, please select your specialty. Hey everyone, i just took my pediatric nurse practitioner boards and passed.
A pediatric nurse practitioner pnp is a nurse practitioner that specializes in care to newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, schoolaged children, adolescents, and young adults. Nurse practitioner students who pursue the pediatric specialty will provide highquality health care to children of all ages across the health continuum, from healthy children to those with acute and chronic health problems. Im a nurse practitioner student, getting ready to start my pediatric practicum in may, and i got this book for my peds didactic class. The certified pediatric nurse practitioner primary care cpnppc exam is 3 hours and asks 175.
They can prepare you for current issues in healthcare. I wanted to share what i did to study in case others are looking for some guidance. Stand out in your field with pncb certificationthe most respected credentials in pediatric nursing. Pediatric nurse practitioner certification study question book. A new and updated version of this bestselling resource. Pediatric nurse practitioner career info and education requirements. A brief history of pediatric nurse practitioners and.
Information is presented in a clear, concise outline format beginning with growth and development and moving on to key issues such as nutrition, immunizations, and anticipatory guidance. The certified pediatric nurse practitioner acute care cpnpac exam is 3 hours and asks 175 multiplechoice questions based on categories in the content outline, an essential study reference. Anniversaries are a good time for pausing to look backward and look forward. The book confidently tackles these subjects and gives seasoned advice on the latest diagnostic and treatment strategies using evidencebased medicine. I think that its a great resource for beginning nps. Overview the pediatric nurse practitioner primary care pnppc specialty prepares clinicians and leaders to promote health equity and optimal health from birth through young adulthood in ambulatory settings. Core curriculum for primary care pediatric nurse practitioners.
This type of nurse has advanced medical training in pediatrics and works closely read more. Scope of practice pediatric nurse practitioner primary. Written by nursing experts and based on the new american nurses credentialing center ancc pediatric primary care np examination content outline, this new manual is an. Contraceptive technology single best reference book for. Students will develop knowledge and skills in pediatric primary health and chronic illness care for infants, children, and adolescents in community and clinic environments. I would love a quick clinical reference book to carry along with me when seeing. Our online nurse practitioner programs are designed to help experienced nurses like you gain the knowledge and clinical skills to prepare for nurse practitioner certification in. Written by expert pediatric nurse practitioners, this resource is a fully endorsed compendium of essential information. Get an indepth look at pediatric primary care through the eyes of a nurse practitioner. Pediatric primary care, 6th edition guides readers through the process of assessing, managing, and preventing health problems in infants, children, and adolescents. This book answers the need for quick reference to clinical facts for nurse practitioners. Adultgerontology primary care agpc pediatric primary care nurse practitioner pnp adultgerontology acute care agac psychiatric mental health pmh. Pediatric primary care ebook kindle edition by burns.
This book provides complete information on new psychotropic drugs, new uses for established drugs, and clinically relevant advances in the neurosciences. Elsevier is a leading publisher of health science books and journals, helping to advance medicine by delivering superior education, reference information and decision support tools to doctors, nurses, health practitioners and students. Online nurse practitioner programs maryville university. The book itself is small and can fit into the nurse practitioners lab coat pocket. A pediatric nurse, newish mom, and recent graduate from a family nurse practitioner program.
Accurate, timely facts on hundreds of drugs from abacavir sulfate to zyvox. This exciting new reference brings you information about the most controversial gastroenterology and nutrition challenges you face in your practice. The certified pediatric nurse practitioner acute care cpnpac exam is 3 hours and asks 175. This book will help the user to be successful in the examination process. Nurse practitioners quick reference to clinical facts.
You can earn this pediatric nurse practitioner msn and continue your studies in odus advanced practice doctor of nursing practice dnp degree. Pocket reference for pediatric primary care catherine e. Pediatric nurse practitioners are allowed to make diagnoses, prescribe medication and manage care. The post concludes with a list of 15 specialty apps pertinent to different types of providers including family, womens health, adult gerontology acute care, pediatric, and psychiatric nurse practitioners. Key details are easy to find, with the books concise, outlinestyle guidelines and abundant summary tables and charts. Primary care has been developed especially for pediatric nurse practitioners and family nurse practitioners preparing to take certification examinations and as a reference in the practice setting. Pediatric primary care, published through multiple editions, stakes its claim on being a view of pediatric primary care through the eyes of the seasoned nurse practitioner editorial team.
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