Nelson Pediatric Symptom-Based Diagnosis

Description:

Nelson Pediatric Symptom-Based Diagnosis, by Drs. Robert M. Kliegman, Patricia S. Lye, Brett Bordini, Heather Toth, and Donald Basel, uses a unique, step-by-step, symptom-based approach to differential diagnosis of diseases and disorders in children and adolescents. Conveniently linked to the world’s best-selling pediatric reference, Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 20th Edition, it focuses on the symptoms you’re likely to see in general practice, as well as uncommon disorders. You’ll find clear guidance on exactly what to consider and how to proceed when faced with a host of common symptoms such as cough, fever, headache, chest pain, gait disturbances, and many more.

Features:

Features a practical, symptom-based approach that enables you to form an accurate diagnosis.

Uses the same consistent, step-by-step presentation in every chapter: History, Physical Examination, Diagnosis (including laboratory tests), Imaging, Diagnosis, and Treatment.

Covers new approaches to diagnostic imaging and genetic testing, new diagnostic guidelines, BRUE (brief resolved unexplained event), stroke in children, behavior disorders, syncope, recurrent fever syndromes, and much more.

Includes full-color illustrations, algorithms, tables, and "red flags" to aid differential diagnosis.

Serves as an ideal companion to Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 20th Edition. Content in this book is referenced and linked electronically to the larger text, providing easy access to full background and evidence-based treatment and management content when you own both references.

Expert Consult™ eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

Table Of Contents:

Section One: Respiratory Disorders

Chapter 1. Sore Throat

Chapter 2. Cough

Chapter 3. Respiratory Distress

Chapter 4. Earache

Chapter 5. Apparent Life-Threatening Event - Brief Resolved Unexplained Event

Section Two: Cardiac Disorders

6 Chapter. Syncope and Dizziness

Chapter 7. Chest Pain

Chapter 8. Murmurs

Section Three: Gastrointestinal Disorders

Chapter 9. Failure to Thrive

Chapter 10. Abdominal Pain

Chapter 11. Diarrhea

Chapter 12. Vomiting and Regurgitation

Chapter 13. Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Chapter 14. Hepatomegaly

Chapter 15. Jaundice

Chapter 16. Constipation

Chapter 17. Abdominal Masses

Section Four: Genitourinary Disorders

Chapter 18. Dysuria

Chapter 19. Proteinuria

Chapter 20. Hematuria

Chapter 21. Acute and Chronic Scrotal Swelling

Chapter 22. Menstrual Problems and Vaginal Bleeding

Chapter 23. Disorders of Sexual Development

Section Five: Developmental and Psychiatric Disorders

Chapter 24. Intellectual and Developmental Disability

Chapter 25. Dysmorphology

Chapter 26. The Irritable Infant

Chapter 27. Unusual Behaviors

Section Six: Neurosensory Disorders

Chapter 28. Headaches

Chapter 29. Hypotonia, Weakness, and Stroke

Chapter 30. Paroxysmal Disorders

Chapter 31. Altered Mental Status

Chapter 32. Eye Disorders

Section Seven: Musculoskeletal Disorders

Chapter 33. Arthritis

Chapter 34. Gait Disturbances

Chapter 35. Back Pain in Children and Adolescents

Section Eight: Hematologic Disorders

Chapter 36. Lymphadenopathy and Neck Masses

Chapter 37. Pallor and Anemia

Chapter 38. Bleeding and Thrombosis

Section Nine: Infectious Diseases

Chapter 39. Fever

Chapter 40. Fever and Rash

Chapter 41. Recurrent Fever, Infections, Immune Disorders, and Autoinflammatory Diseases

Section Ten: Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders

42. Disorders of Puberty

43. Short Stature

44. Hypoglycemia

45. Urinary Incontinence and Polyuria

46. Acid-Base and Electrolyte Disturbances

Section Eleven: Dermatology

47. Congenital Cutaneous Lesions and Infant Rashes

48. Acquired Rashes in the Older Child