Author Description
Now Fully Revised And Updated With The Latest Guidelines, This New Edition Of The Oxford Handbook Of Paediatrics Is An Easy-to-use And Compact Guide To All Aspects Of Acute And Chronic Paediatrics. The Team Of Specialist Contributors And Editors Have Successfully Condensed Many Years Of Clinical Experience Into A Pocket-sized Compendium Of Clinical Problems And Treatment Options. Taking A Child-centred Approach To The Subject, The Book Provides Comprehensive Coverage Of Areas Such As Neonatology, Surgery, Genetics And Congenital Malformations, And Child Protection In A User-friendly And Succinct Style. Sections Are Also Devoted To Covering The Treatment Of Children In The Community, And The Psychological Effects Of Illness On Both The Child And Their Family. All Chapters Have Been Updated For This New Edition, And The Practical Advice And Experience Contained Within This Handbook Will Be Invaluable To All Those Involved In The Care Of The Younger Patient.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
How can clinicians effectively manage the diverse spectrum of acute and chronic paediatric conditions within a portable, evidence-based framework? This handbook, edited by a team of experienced paediatric specialists, synthesizes years of clinical practice into a structured reference guide. It utilizes current medical guidelines to provide practitioners with a child-centred approach to diagnosis, treatment, and long-term care management.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive coverage of neonatology, paediatric surgery, and genetics.
- Practical guidance on child protection protocols and community-based care.
- Analysis of the psychological impact of illness on patients and their families.
Scope Limits
- Does not provide exhaustive academic research papers or primary clinical trial data.
- Does not serve as a substitute for institutional-specific clinical protocols or direct specialist consultation.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Medical professionals and students frequently identify this text as a standard, high-utility resource for clinical rotations and daily practice. Experts highlight the handbook's ability to balance technical accuracy with a concise, accessible format suitable for quick reference in high-pressure environments.
Page Count:
1104
Publication Date:
2021-01-01
ISBN-10:
0192507184
ISBN-13:
9780192507181
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