This new volume in the Requisites in Pediatrics series offers expert advice in the assessment and treatment of infectious diseases in children. An emphasis on common conditions enables you to address the cases you’re most likely to encounter, and discussions of unusual infections helps you determine when to seek additional information or consultation. It delivers all this information designed in a way that compliments your practice and in the proven “high-yield Requisites format—equipping you to master the material quickly. Perfect for quick review, everyday practice, and exam preparation, this is one resource you’ll consult time and time again! Examines infections in terms of their effects on specific body sites or organs to mirror how diagnoses are often made in real practice. Highlights infections in specific patient populations including newborns, transplant patients, travelers, and children with HIV to equip you to address special scenarios. Discusses immunization and basic infection control in doctors’ offices and child-care facilities to reduce the risk of the spread of infections. Presents chapters on fevers of unknown origin and febrile syndromes characterized by rashes to prepare you for difficult-to-diagnose cases. Summarizes basic information and vocabulary concerning microorganisms and antimicrobials essential for the interpretation of laboratory reports. Follows a logical, consistent chapter format to facilitate quick and easy reference. Offers practice-proven guidance on differential diagnoses, lab values / radiologic studies, treatment / therapy recommendations, and advice on when to refer to a specialist. Features a wealth of illustrations and tables that make details clearer, and illuminate important information. Includes highlighted boxes that emphasize relevant case studies • key points of each section • current controversies • and other important topics that can affect your practice.
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Based on key content from Red Book(R), Red Book(R) Atlas of Pediatric Infectious Diseases is a useful quick reference and innovative pictorial resource that provides essential information and recommendations for...
Textbook of Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Accompanying CD-ROM includes: downloadable image bank of color illustrations for use in presentations ; list of references for each chapter.
In the care of pediatric patients, infectious diseases comprise over 50% of the clinical diagnoses.
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The second edition of this full-color chart collects many of the most clinically useful tables and charts from the Red Book and presents them in a colorized and easy to navigate chart.
Wald ER , Chiponis D , Ledesma Medina J. Comparative effectiveness of amoxicillin and amoxicillin - clavulanate potassium ... Donahue SP , Schwartz G. Preseptal and orbital cellulitis in childhood : a changing microbiologic spectrum .
Based on key content from the American Academy of Pediatrics Red Book, the fourth edition of this best-selling resource aids in the diagnosis and treatment of more than 160 infectious diseases.
"The AAP's authoritative guide to the manifestations, etiology, epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment of more than 200 childhood conditions." -- Provided by publisher.