TY  - BOOK
AU  - Ashworth ,Ann
AU  - Burgess,Ann
TI  - Caring for Severely Malnourished Children
SN  - 0333959450
AV  - RJ399.M26 A84 2003
PY  - 2003///
CY  - Oxford
PB  - Macmillan
KW  - Malnutrition in children
KW  - Malnutrition--Prevention	
N1  - 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
N2  - 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
ER  -