Obgyn Key

13.1 Atopy Mike Gold General principles Definition, prevalence and burden of disease Atopy is defined as the ability of an individual to form specific immunoglobulin (Ig) E antibodies to one…

17.5 Headaches Ian Wilkinson, Gopinath Musuwadi Subramanian Headache occurs in most children at some time. In a number of these, frequent headaches are a disabling problem. In one study in…

3.8 Developmental disability Michael O’Callaghan Definition Disability describes lack of skill in important areas of development that affect age-appropriate functions and participation of the child in the activities of daily…

5.1 Emergencies causes and assessment Jeremy Raftos There are many causes of collapse leading to the need for emergency medical intervention in the child. Table 5.1.1 lists some of the…

3.14 Refugee health Georgia Paxton, David Burgner Introduction This chapter highlights some of the key health issues commonly encountered in refugee children and their families. The focus is on refugee…

1.1 Child health and disease Karen Zwi, Graham Vimpani Setting the scene Globally deaths in children under the age of 5 years are at their lowest level ever. They fell…

2.2 Developmental surveillance and assessment David Starte, Carolyn Cottier Introduction Development as part of life We continue to develop new skills throughout life, but it is during childhood, particularly the…

4.3 Hyperactivity and inattention Jill Sewell Hyperactive and inattentive behaviours are common in children, ranging in a continuum from normal behaviours, especially in young children, to developmentally inappropriate behaviours that…

4.2 Common mental health problems Michael Sawyer, Brian Graetz Child and adolescent mental health problems are common in the community. They have a significant impact on the lives of children…

3.5 Immunization Peter Richmond Immunization provides protection against specific infectious diseases and is one of the greatest achievements of medical science and public health. It is the right of every…