Written by leaders in the field, Rabies: Clinical Considerations and Exposure Evaluations is an easy to reference text primarily for physicians and veterinarians for use in diagnosing and treating rabies in patients. When presented with cases where there is possible exposure, practitioners need to be able to assess the situation and determine what procedures are warranted, as well as be able to answer the questions from patients and clients about the virus. With clear, concise explanations and illustrations, Rabies: Clinical Considerations and Exposure Evaluations ensures that you have the most up to date information at your fingertips for care of your patient.
Presents real-life examples of potential rabies exposures that can be readily accessed and implemented.
Explains how to determine if postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) is warranted, provides patient education and prevention tips, and contains case studies that show how to respond to real-life questions from patients and clients.
Includes pertinent coverage of common myths and legends of rabies.
Consolidates today's available information and guidance into a single, convenient resource.
Sprache
Verlagsort
Zielgruppe
Für Beruf und Forschung
Physicians, nurses, veterinarians, and veterinary technicians.
Produkt-Hinweis
Broschur/Paperback
Klebebindung
Maße
Höhe: 235 mm
Breite: 191 mm
Dicke: 8 mm
Gewicht
ISBN-13
978-0-323-63979-8 (9780323639798)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Texas Department of State Health Services, Zoonosis Control Branch, Austin, Texas, United States. College of Health Professions, Clinical Laboratory Science Program, Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas, United States. Private Consultant, Bertram, Texas, United States. Professor of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States.
Preface
Acknowledgements
Author Biographies
Background and Rabies Basics: Factors to Consider in Exposure Evaluations
1. Introduction
2. Clinical Signs and Symptoms of Rabies
3. Rabies Epidemiology and Associated Animals
4. Laboratory Testing
5. Common Myths and Legends of Rabies
Section Two: Clinical Considerations of Rabies Postexposure Prophylaxis and Prevention
6. Rabies Postexposure Prophylaxis: Who, What, When, Where, Why and How
7. Assessment of Potential Exposure Scenarios
8. Education and Prevention Tips
