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 Overview: "Maternal Child Nursing Care, 6th
Edition," authored by Shannon E. Perry, Marilyn J.
Hockenberry, Deitra Leonard Lowdermilk, and David
Wilson, is an essential textbook for nursing students
and professionals specializing in maternal and child
health. This edition provides a comprehensive
overview of the principles and practices of maternal-
child nursing, integrating evidence-based care,
critical thinking, and clinical reasoning. It covers the
continuum of care from preconception to
postpartum, including the care of newborns and
children through adolescence.
Structure and Organization: The textbook is
divided into several units, each focusing on different
aspects of maternal and child nursing care. Each
chapter includes learning objectives, key terms,
case studies, clinical practice guidelines, and review
questions to facilitate understanding and application
of the material.
Unit I: Introduction to Maternal and Child Health
Nursing
1. Introduction to Maternal and Child Health
Nursing:
• Overview of maternal and child health
nursing, including historical perspectives
and current trends.
• Roles and responsibilities of the maternal-
child nurse in various healthcare settings.
2. Community-Based Nursing Care:
• Principles of community-based care and
primary healthcare.
• Strategies for providing care in community
settings, including home visits and school
health programs.
3. Family-Centered Care:
• Importance of family-centered care in
maternal and child health.
• Techniques for involving families in the care
process and supporting family dynamics.
Unit II: Reproductive Health
4. Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology:
• Overview of female and male reproductive
systems.
 • Hormonal regulation of the menstrual cycle
and conception.
5. Preconception and Prenatal Care:
• Importance of preconception health and
prenatal care.
• Assessment and care planning for pregnant
women, including nutritional needs and
common discomforts.
6. Genetics and Conception:
• Principles of genetics and inheritance
patterns.
• Genetic counseling and screening
techniques.
7. Fetal Development:
• Stages of fetal development from conception
to birth.
• Factors influencing fetal growth and
development.
Unit III: Pregnancy and Childbirth
8. Assessment and Care of the Pregnant
Woman:
• Techniques for assessing the health and
well-being of pregnant women.
 • Monitoring fetal health and development
through prenatal visits.
9. Complications of Pregnancy:
• Common complications during pregnancy,
including gestational diabetes,
preeclampsia, and preterm labor.
• Strategies for managing complications and
promoting maternal and fetal health.
10. Labor and Birth:
• Stages of labor and the birth process.
• Techniques for managing labor and delivery,
including pain relief options and delivery
methods.
11. Postpartum Care:
• Assessment and care of women in the
postpartum period.
• Addressing common postpartum issues,
including breastfeeding support and
maternal mental health.
Unit IV: Newborn Care
12. Assessment and Care of the Newborn:
• Techniques for assessing the health and
well-being of newborns.
 • Routine newborn care, including feeding,
bathing, and immunizations.
13. Complications and Special Care of the
Newborn:
• Common newborn complications, including
jaundice, respiratory distress, and infections.
• Strategies for managing complications and
providing specialized care.
14. Neonatal Intensive Care:
• Care of critically ill and premature newborns
in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).
• Techniques for supporting neonatal
development and promoting positive
outcomes.
Unit V: Child Health
15. Growth and Development:
• Principles of child growth and development
from infancy through adolescence.
• Assessment techniques and developmental
milestones.
16. Pediatric Assessment:
• Techniques for conducting comprehensive
health assessments in children.
 • Tools and methods for collecting and
analyzing assessment data.
17. Health Promotion and Maintenance:
• Strategies for promoting health and
preventing illness in children.
• Importance of vaccinations, nutrition, and
physical activity.
18. Common Pediatric Illnesses and
Conditions:
• Overview of common pediatric illnesses and
conditions, including respiratory infections,
gastrointestinal disorders, and chronic
illnesses.
• Strategies for managing and treating
pediatric illnesses.
Unit VI: Pediatric Nursing Care
19. Care of the Hospitalized Child:
• Principles of pediatric nursing care in the
hospital setting.
• Techniques for supporting children and
families during hospitalization.
20. Chronic Illness and Disability:
 • Care of children with chronic illnesses and
disabilities.
• Strategies for promoting quality of life and
supporting families.
21. End-of-Life Care:
• Principles of end-of-life care for children and
their families.
• Techniques for providing compassionate
and culturally sensitive care.
Unit VII: Integration of Maternal and Child
Nursing Care
22. Transition to Parenthood:
• Supporting families during the transition to
parenthood.
• Techniques for promoting bonding and
attachment.
23. Health Promotion and Disease
Prevention:
• Strategies for promoting health and
preventing disease across the lifespan.
• Importance of health education and
advocacy in maternal and child health.
24. Legal and Ethical Issues in Maternal and
Child Nursing:
• Overview of legal and ethical issues in
maternal and child health nursing.
• Strategies for ethical decision-making and
advocacy.
Pedagogical Features:

• Case Studies: Real-world scenarios illustrating

key concepts and applications in maternal and
child nursing care.
• Clinical Practice Guidelines: Evidence-based
guidelines for providing safe and effective care.
• Critical Thinking Exercises: Activities
designed to enhance analytical and problem-
solving skills.
• Nursing Skills Checklists: Step-by-step guides
for performing nursing skills and procedures.
• Reflective Questions: Questions at the end of
each chapter to encourage reflection and
application of concepts.
• Summary Tables: Tables summarizing key
points and best practices for quick reference.
 • Glossary: Definitions of key terms and concepts
in maternal and child health nursing.
Conclusion: "Maternal Child Nursing Care, 6th
Edition" is an indispensable resource for nursing
students, educators, and practitioners specializing in
maternal and child health. Its comprehensive
coverage of maternal and child nursing concepts,
skills, and procedures, combined with a strong
emphasis on family-centered care and evidence-
based practice, prepares readers to provide high-
quality, compassionate care to women, children, and
families. The textbook's integration of both
theoretical knowledge and practical application
ensures that nurses are equipped with the
knowledge and skills necessary to improve patient
outcomes and advance the field of maternal and
child health nursing.

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