Pocket Book of Hospital Care for Children

Pocket Book of Hospital Care for Children

Pocket Book of Hospital Care for Children by the World Health Organization (WHO) is an essential medical reference designed to support doctors, senior nurses, and health workers involved in the care of young children in developing countries. This updated edition presents evidence-based clinical guidelines for managing both inpatient and outpatient care in small hospitals and health centers, especially where laboratory facilities and essential medicines are limited.

The book focuses on the major causes of childhood mortality, including pneumonia, malaria, diarrhoea, meningitis, measles, septicaemia, and severe acute malnutrition. It also provides detailed protocols for managing paediatric HIV, neonatal care, and emergency pediatric care, making it a vital clinical handbook for everyday hospital use.

Through its evidence-based practice and practical treatment guidelines, this book ensures that healthcare workers can deliver safe, efficient, and effective child health care even in low-resource settings.

Key Benefits

• Provides evidence-based clinical management for a wide range of paediatric conditions.
• Covers both inpatient and outpatient care with focus on infection control, disease management, and patient safety.
• Includes step-by-step treatment protocols for common childhood illnesses such as pneumonia, diarrhoea, and malaria.
• Offers practical guidance on child nutrition, vaccination, immunization, and neonatal care.
• Acts as a training resource for medical professionals, healthcare workers, and students in clinical practice and medical education.
• Designed to aid in hospital management, patient monitoring, and supportive care for children.
• An authentic edition from Books N Beyond, ensuring quality and reliability for medical professionals across Pakistan.

Price in Pakistan

The Pocket Book of Hospital Care for Children is available in two print formats to meet different preferences and budgets.
Black and White Edition: PKR 750
Matt Paper Edition: PKR 1550
Prices may vary slightly across different platforms due to discounts and shipping offers.

Availability

This medical textbook is available at Books N Beyond Medical Books Shop, Pakistan’s trusted store for authentic medical books. Customers can easily order online and enjoy home delivery with cash on delivery across Pakistan. The store also offers discounted prices, free shipping, and latest editions of key medical education resources including clinical handbooks, reference guides, and training materials.