Immunization
Because the field of immunizations is rapidly changing, it is important for healthcare providers to seek the most cup-to-date information available. The immunization recommendations outlined in this chapter are current…
The Newborn Infant
Disappearance of the anterior vascular capsule of the lens is also helpful in determining gestational age. Until 27–28 weeks’ gestation, the lens capsule is covered by vessels; by 34 weeks,…
Neurologic Muscular Disorders
DIAGNOSTIC TESTING 1. Electroencephalography Electroencephalography (EEG) is a noninvasive method for recording cerebral activity. The background patterns of the EEG vary by both age and clinical state of the subject,…
Polycythemia
ESSENTIALS OF DIAGNOSIS & TYPICAL FEATURES Increased frequency of infections. Ulceration of oral mucosa and gingivitis. Decreased absolute neutrophil count; normal numbers of red cells and platelets. General Considerations Neutropenia…
Sexually Transmitted Infections
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Youth risk behavior surveillance—United States 2011. MMWR Surveill Summ 2012;61(SS–4) [PMID: 22673000]. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Sexual identity, sex of sexual contacts…
Emergencies Injuries
Figure 12–1. Correct positioning of the child younger than 8 years for optimal airway alignment: a folded sheet or towel is placed beneath the shoulders to accommodate the occiput and…
Child Development Behavior
Figure 3–1. Percentile standards for length for age and weight for age in girls, birth to age 36 months. (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. November 1, 2009. Source: WHO…
Neoplastic Disease
Cure Search. Children’s Oncology Group. Available at: http://www.survivorshipguidelines.org Ries LAG et al: SEER Cancer Statistics Review, 1975–2000. Available at: http://seer.cancer.gov/csr/1975_2000 MAJOR PEDIATRIC NEOPLASTIC DISEASES ACUTE LYMPHOBLASTIC LEUKEMIA General Considerations Acute…
Allergic Disorders
General Considerations Asthma is the most common chronic disease of childhood, affecting over 7 million children in the United States. While current prevalence rates for asthma have increased in the…
Orthopedics
ESSENTIALS OF DIAGNOSIS &TREATMENT Conditions are present at birth. Multiple organ systems may be involved. Treatment is aimed at maximizing function. CONGENITAL AMPUTATIONS & LIMB DEFICIENCIES Congenital amputations may be…
