Book Reviews for Pediatric Nurses: A New Column by Editor Anita Catlin
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Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Book Review Source Type: research

Chest Tube Management for Pleural Disease in Pediatrics
This article discusses the contribution of the pleura to healthy respiratory function, diseases of the pleural system, and treatment of pleural disease, with specific attention to drainage by chest tube in the pleural space. Complications and troubleshooting of drainage systems will be discussed. Finally, how to manage pleural disease and treatments within the context of patient- and family-centered care are reviewed. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research

Antegrade Continence Enema: Benefits and Considerations
The broad term “ACE” refers to an antegrade continence enema that allows you to flush or empty the colon starting from the beginning of the colon (cecum) and flushing to the end (rectum) for patients with true fecal incontinence or constipation with the inability to empty the bowel with oral therapy. The terms “cecostomy,” “MACE,” “ACE,” and “Malone” have often been used interchangeably; however, they do have technical differences. The purpose of this article is to describe and compare specifically Malone/appendicostomy, neo-Malone/neo-appendicostomy, and cecostomy. The contents of this publication are ...
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research

Nursing Care and Management of Gastrostomy and Gastojejunostomy Tubes in the Pediatric Population
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: CE Test Source Type: research

Improving Pediatric Patient Readiness for Gastrostomy Placement via Caregiver's Preconsult Involvement
Discussion Implementation of a standard process for coordinating presurgical evaluations improved readiness to schedule surgery at the time of consult and reduced the need for additional clinic visits. Giving families advanced access to the GRC increased knowledge of gastrostomy placement requirements. RNs' satisfaction increased with more time available for other patient care priorities. There is an opportunity to improve GRC initiation by families through better training of the scheduling team. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Quality Improvement Source Type: research

Special Issue on “Tubes” in Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing
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Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Guest Editorial Source Type: research

Crossing Borders
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Message From the President Source Type: research

Daily Enemas for Pediatric Bowel Management: Adherence and Problems
Discussion In general, parents reported child acceptance, satisfaction, and limited difficulty with enema management; however, adherence was not as desired, and the rate of reported problems was high. Insight into problems experienced by parents provides nursing opportunity for educational programs that may improve adherence. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research

A Case Study of Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
This article presents a case study of a 10-year-old boy diagnosed with toxic epidermal necrolysis with 94% skin involvement who was effectively treated and discharged without major complications or infections. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research

Specialized Pilonidal Care: A Minimally Invasive Alternative
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: CE Test Source Type: research

Specialized Pilonidal Care: A Minimally Invasive Alternative
Conclusion Minimally invasive pilonidal care with pit picking and/or laser epilation is an effective, safe, and well-tolerated treatment approach offering lower recurrence rates with minimal morbidity and avoidance of major operations. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research

Infant With Chronic Diarrhea and Vomiting Following Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Placement
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Name the Diagnosis Source Type: research

Gallstone Disease and Cholecystectomy in Children and Adolescents With Obesity
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Pediatric Obesity Column Source Type: research

Going Through Changes
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Message From the President Source Type: research