Covering the major pediatric and pediatric surgical subspecialties, this text thoroughly discusses common methods and procedures needed in the field of pediatrics. It includes sections on body systems such as cardiovascular, pulmonary, CNS, eyes/ears/nose/throat, fluid/metabolic, renal, gastrointestinal, endocrine, hematological, and musculoskeletal; it also focuses on common lab techniques, clinical data management, trauma, and more.
COMPREHENSIVE - Provides complete information for those needing to know the preparation, indications, problems, pain management and requirements for medical procedures and tests carried out on kids. All pediatric age groups are included - helping readers provide exemplary care to all patients, from neonates to teens.
EASY TO UNDERSTAND - Clearly describes the basics - such as what normal lab values are and how to perform routine assessments - and offers must-have details on less common, more specialized techniques and approaches.
EASY TO REFERENCE - Organized by systems (pulmonary, cardiac, GI, etc.) as well as by type of emergency procedure (neonatal, resuscitative, emergency dept, etc.).
CONTRIBUTED BY THE BEST - Features 58 authorities chosen for their technical expertise. Advice is dependable - and easy to follow.
FULLY ILLUSTRATED - Presents hundreds of beautiful figures to clarify and support the text.