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This book is a comprehensive and up to date coverage of all aspects of health care of both healthy as well as sick children. It has been revised, updated and most chapters have been rewritten. In view of the importance of health preventive and promotive services for welfare of children, a new chapter on preventive pediatrics has been included. The nursing process and effective communication as the key for successful nursing of sick children have been highlighted in detail.The core child health issues like growth and development, balanced nutrition, breastfeeding, fluids and electrolytes, vaccine-preventable diseases and immunizations have been comprehensively covered. The attributes of a pediatric nurse, safe administration of medications, supportive care, nursing procedures, housekeeping routines and rituals have been discussed in detail. A large number of tables, diagrams and photographs, algorithms, flow charts, practical tips and nursing alerts have been included to improve the understanding and clarity of practical information. The community and social aspects of child health, and national child welfare programs have accorded special coverage.