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Caring for Severely Malnourished Children

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextPublication details: Oxford Macmillan c2003.Description: vi,82p.: ill.; 24cmISBN:
  • 0333959450
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • RJ399.M26 A84 2003
Contents:
Severely malnourished children need different care Assess the child Prevent or treat hypoglycaemia Prevent or treat hypothermia Prevent or treat dehydration Correct electrolyte imbalance Treat and prevent infections Correct micronutrient deficiencies Start cautious feeding Give catch-up diet Provide locing care, play and stimulation Prepare for discharge and follow-up Support mothers and other carers
Summary: Many malnourished children still die unnecessarily due to inadequate inpatient care. This book describes the ten treatment steps needed to manage these children successfully. It is based on guidelines developed by the World Health Organization and on training modules prepared for nurses in Africa.
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Includes Bibliographical references and Index


Severely malnourished children need different care
Assess the child
Prevent or treat hypoglycaemia
Prevent or treat hypothermia
Prevent or treat dehydration
Correct electrolyte imbalance
Treat and prevent infections
Correct micronutrient deficiencies
Start cautious feeding
Give catch-up diet
Provide locing care, play and stimulation
Prepare for discharge and follow-up
Support mothers and other carers

Many malnourished children still die unnecessarily due to inadequate inpatient care. This book describes the ten treatment steps needed to manage these children successfully. It is based on guidelines developed by the World Health Organization and on training modules prepared for nurses in Africa.

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