Aplastic Anemia in Children is a comprehensive guide authored by Ns. Arif Rohman Mansur, providing an in-depth look at aplastic anemia, a severe condition characterized by bone marrow failure in children. This book serves as a crucial resource for medical and nursing professionals, students, and researchers interested in pediatric hematology.
The book is meticulously structured, beginning with foundational knowledge about the disease, including its definition, prevalence, and the critical importance of timely diagnosis and management. It then explores the genetic and environmental causes, diagnostic strategies, symptoms, and a variety of treatment options ranging from blood transfusions to bone marrow transplants.
Significantly, the book dedicates a detailed section to nursing care management, which is pivotal in the holistic treatment of children with aplastic anemia. This section elaborates on the nursing process and includes comprehensive guidelines for assessments, care planning, and interventions. It covers the initial nursing assessment, physical examinations, laboratory and diagnostic test evaluations, and psychosocial, nutritional, and risk assessments. Essential nursing diagnostics are discussed, such as activity intolerance, risk for bleeding, and infection. This part of the book emphasizes the importance of a meticulous and empathetic approach to care, providing strategies for education, emotional support, and coordination of comprehensive care plans tailored to the individual needs of pediatric patients.
In addition to medical and nursing care content, the book includes a preface, detailed table of contents, and a rich array of clinical data supported by research studies and guidelines, making it an indispensable guide for those involved in the care of children with this challenging hematologic condition.
Aplastic Anemia in Children is an essential addition to medical and nursing libraries, offering both theoretical insights and practical guidance on managing aplastic anemia effectively to improve patient outcomes.