Evidence-based Pediatrics
Author | : William Feldman |
Publisher | : B. C. Decker |
Total Pages | : 488 |
Release | : 2000 |
ISBN-10 | : UOM:39015050734089 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 (89 Downloads) |
Download or read book Evidence-based Pediatrics written by William Feldman and published by B. C. Decker. This book was released on 2000 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designed for busy clinicians delivering primary health care to childre n, this is the first book to incorporate evidence based Pediatric diag nostic and therapeutic information. Prevention, diagnosis, therapy and rehabilitation are all covered in depth. The emphasis is on those pro blems, both minor and major, commonly seen in practice. In addition, t he more rare, but serious and life-threatening situations are also pre sented. In one book, the author has provided evidence-based material o n everything from well-child care and management of upper respiratory infections to seizures and severe asthma. Each chapter is contributed by an expert who has done the hard work of obtaining and evaluating th e evidence needed to achieve optimal results. Their content knowledge is superb and each has demonstrated expertise in the critical appraisa l of evidence. This is a relevant, practical and up-to-date book that belongs on the shelf of every pediatrician and pediatric nurse practit ioner.