Managing Infectious Diseases In Child Care And Schools

Cotler, Jane; Aronson, Susan S.; Shope, Timothy R., M.D.

ISBN 10: 1581101341 / ISBN 13: 9781581101348

Published by Amer Academy of Pediatrics, 2005

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Managing Infectious Diseases In Child Care And Schools
• Publisher: Amer Academy of Pediatrics
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1581101341
• ISBN 13: 9781581101348
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: like_new

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Synopsis

Award-winning quick reference provides the latest information on the prevention and management of infectious diseases. Presented in an easy-to-use format, this must-have guide provides content from the premier AAP source of information on infectious diseases, Red Book®; quick reference fact sheets on more than 50 common infectious diseases and symptoms that occur in children in group settings; easy-to-read explanations on how infectious diseases spread; strategies for limiting the spread of infection; when exclusion is and is not indicated; guidance about which situations require immediate help; immunization schedules; ready-to-use sample letters and forms for parents or referrals; important updates on influenza, diarrhea, and pinkeye; new, expanded section on outbreaks, epidemics, and other infectious disease emergencies; new prevention-oriented Quick Reference Sheets”What Families Can Do to Reduce Illness from Infection in Child Care and Schools,” What Education Program Staff Can Do to Reduce Illness from Infection in Child Care and Schools,” Hand Hygiene,” and Diaper Changing”; and new infectious disease Quick Reference SheetsBoil/Abscess/Cellulitis; Dental Caries (Early Childhood Caries); Fever; MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus); Mouth Sores; Sty; Thrush (Candidiasis); Vomiting; and Yeast Diaper Rash (Candidiasis).