Quick Reference Guide to Pediatric Care (Paperback)

Paperback. The third edition of this popular quick reference guide delivers practical, action-oriented clinical solutions to use during or between patient encounters. Contains need-to-know information and advice on nearly 200 topic areas of current pediatric careeverything from abdominal pain and asthma to failure to thrive and fever of unknown origin to pneumonia and urinary tract infections. The authoritative AAP content is presented in a concise bulleted format to quickly help you locate information.Regardless of the patient presentation youre confronted with, youll have quick access to the help you need to Efficiently evaluate signs and symptoms, including emotional and behavioral problems. Order screening/diagnostic tests. Implement evidence-based intervention strategies. Prescribe safe and effective medications. Recommend proven prevention measures. Each topic covers key aspects of pediatric care, including: Definition Differential diagnosis Laboratory evaluation Imaging Diagnostic procedures Treatment approach Specific treatments When to refer When to admit Follow-up Complications Prognosis Prevention Contains need-to-know information and advice on nearly 200 topic areas of current pediatric care, in a concise bulleted form for quick reference. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…