Previous edition published as: Pediatric primary care / editors, Catherine E. Burns, Professor Emeritus, Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Specialty, School of Nursing, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, [and 5 others]. Sixth edition. [2017]. Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Hematologic disorders -- Gastrointestinal disorders -- Genitourinary disorders -- Pediatric and adolescent gynecology -- Musculoskeletal disorders -- Common pediatric injuries and toxic exposures -- Endocrine and metabolic disorders -- Neurologic disorders -- Appendix. Elimination -- Physical activity and sports for children and adolescents -- Sleep -- Sexuality, sex, and gender identity -- Section C. Health Protection–Focused Care -- Immunizations -- Dental health and oral disorders -- Injury prevention and child maltreatment -- Unit 4. Common Childhood Conditions and Disorders -- Section A. Introduction to Child Disease Management -- Key concepts, assessments, and management of children with acute or chronic disease -- Prescribing medications in pediatrics -- Complementary medicine in pediatric primary care with an introduction to functional medicine -- Pediatric pain and fever management -- Section B. Disease Management -- Perinatal conditions -- Neurodevelopmental, behavioral, and mental health disorders -- Infectious diseases -- Congenital and inherited disorders -- Atopic, rheumatic, and immunodeficiency disorders -- Dermatologic disorders -- Eye disorders -- Ear and hearing disorders -- Respiratory disorders -- Cardiovascular disorders-- Hematologic disorders -- Gastrointestinal disorders -- Genitourinary disorders -- Pediatric and adolescent gynecology -- Musculoskeletal disorders -- Common pediatric injuries and toxic exposures -- Endocrine and metabolic disorders -- Neurologic disorders -- Appendix.
Summary:
"Get a comprehensive foundation in children's primary care! Burns' Pediatric Primary Care, 7th Edition covers the full spectrum of health conditions seen in primary care pediatrics, emphasizing both prevention and management. This in-depth, evidence-based textbook is the only one on the market written from the unique perspective of the Nurse Practitioner. It easily guides you through assessing, managing, and preventing health problems in children from infancy through adolescence. Key topics include developmental theory, issues of daily living, the health status of children today, and diversity and cultural considerations. Updated content throughout reflects the latest research evidence, national and international protocols and standardized guidelines. Additionally, this 7th edition has been reorganized to better reflect contemporary clinical practice and includes nine new chapters, revised units on health promotion, health protection, disease management, and much, much more!" -- Publisher description.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.