Notes on Paediatrics
Neonatology
1st Edition
Published on 8. May 1998
Book
Paperback/Softback
144 pages
978-0-7506-2446-6 (ISBN)
Description
Up-to-date, concise notes on neonatology for use in a practical setting and for preparation for exams. It contains information on the most recent developments in pathophysiology.
Each book in this series of three titles focuses on an important and distinct area of paediatrics. The concise notes cover most problems presenting and their appropriate management. Difficult areas are covered, such as breaking bade news, genetic counselling, strategies for asthma, epilepsy and neonatal problems. Supported by essential details of background, these books are designed as a source of immediate reference when preparing for, and during clinical consultations.
Each book in this series of three titles focuses on an important and distinct area of paediatrics. The concise notes cover most problems presenting and their appropriate management. Difficult areas are covered, such as breaking bade news, genetic counselling, strategies for asthma, epilepsy and neonatal problems. Supported by essential details of background, these books are designed as a source of immediate reference when preparing for, and during clinical consultations.
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
8 line & 2 halftone illus
ISBN-13
978-0-7506-2446-6 (9780750624466)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
Recent advances in understanding some pathophysiological processes
Infection
Diet and development
Therapeutic controversies
Definitions
Stillbirth and infant mortality
Simplified classification of perinatal deaths
Postnatal morbidity and mortality
Cost benefit of neonatal care
Changes at birth
Examining the newborn from 'top to toe'
Asphyxia
Low birthweight
Clinical management of early problems with onset in the first 3 days of life
Other respiratory problems
Newborn seizures
Jaundice
Blood group incompatibility and haemolysis in the fetus
Cardiac problems
Gastrointestinal problems
Surgical problems presenting in the newborn
Oxygen toxicity related disorders
Metabolic problems
Endocrine problems
Genitourinary problems
Infection
Diet and development
Therapeutic controversies
Definitions
Stillbirth and infant mortality
Simplified classification of perinatal deaths
Postnatal morbidity and mortality
Cost benefit of neonatal care
Changes at birth
Examining the newborn from 'top to toe'
Asphyxia
Low birthweight
Clinical management of early problems with onset in the first 3 days of life
Other respiratory problems
Newborn seizures
Jaundice
Blood group incompatibility and haemolysis in the fetus
Cardiac problems
Gastrointestinal problems
Surgical problems presenting in the newborn
Oxygen toxicity related disorders
Metabolic problems
Endocrine problems
Genitourinary problems