Paediatric nursing Books

Book SynopsisBrings together basic facts about nutritional matters into a short textbook. Starting with basic nutrient requirements at different ages and assessment of nutritional status, this book covers numerous important aspects, like diet surveys, functions of different nutrients and result of their deficiencies in a growing child, construction of age appropriate diets and finally how to feed children with different nutritional disorders like anemia, obesity, iron and vitamin A deficiency, chronic diarrhea and food allergies.The therapeutic management of some common childhood problems have been highlighted in a very simple, straightforward and practical approach for all those involved in child care. The book succeeds in keeping a style which is readable and simple. The food items advised for various age groups are culturally acceptable and affordable. The issues regarding breastfeeding and its management add to the value of this compendium.Table of Contents1. Functions of Food 2. Nutrient Requirements 3. Nutritional Assessment of Children 4. Feeding of Infants (0–6 Months) 5. Nutrition for Infants and Toddlers (6–24 Months) 6. Nutrition for Older Children 7. Nutrition for the Adolescents 8. Maternal Nutrition in Pregnancy and Lactation 9. Nutrition for the Athlete Child 10. Interaction of Nutrition and Infection in Children 11. Vegetarianism in Children 12. Protein-Energy Malnutrition 13. Childhood Obesity 14. Nutritional Anemia in Children 15. Nutrition in Diarrheal Diseases 16. Vitamin A Deficiency in Children 17. Zinc in Infant Nutrition 18. Iodine Deficiency Disorders 19. Role of Other Micronutrients in Children 20. Probiotics—Role in Child Health 21. Diet in Constipation 22. Food Allergies and Intolerances

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Book SynopsisThe RAP special volume 28 presents 35 well-written chapters -all peer-reviewed, evidence-based and state-of-the-art. Each and every chapter reviews the depth and breadth of knowledge in some aspect of child nutrition with special reference to the Indian subcontinent. The contents are stimulating, mature and, at places, provocative for encouraging further discussion, research and innovation. Tailor-made to the requirements of forward-looking postgraduates, residents, faculty and practitioners of pediatrics. Reader-friendly with simple, straight-forward and easy-to-grasp descriptions. Most up-to-date, peer-reviewed, evidence-based and state-of-the-art topical issues, concerns and controversies in child nutrition. Profusely illustrated employing a large number of clinical photographs, illustrations, tables, boxes and flowcharts/algorithms to boost the impact of the text. Table of ContentsPART 1: PRINCIPLES OF CHILD NUTRITION PART 2: VITAMINS PART 3: MINERALS PART 4: NUTRITION IN DIFFERENT PEDIATRIC AGE GROUPS PART 5: UNDERNUTRITION AND OBESITY PART 6 : PEDIATRC PRACTITONER AND NUTRITION PART 7 : NUTRITION IN SYSTEMIC DISEASES PART 8: MISCELLANEOUS Index

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Book SynopsisThe focus of this book is on the differential diagnosis of symptoms and signs. Common clinical conditions from various systems are included with each topic including a brief introduction with definitions as applicable, enumeration of the differential diagnosis in text, box, table, and figure format as needed, and an explanation of differentiating each condition based on history, clinical features and investigations leading to particular diagnosis. Wherever possible, an algorithmic approach been adopted and where essential, illustrations have been incorporated. Each chapter ends with important references for further reading. As the emphasis is on differential diagnosis, treatment aspects are deliberately excluded. Focuses on differential diagnosis of symptoms and sign. Each chapter discusses definition, differential diagnosis, history, clinical features and investigations, leading to diagnosis. Supported by explanatory tables, illustrations and algorithms. Information has been presented lucidly and in a reader-friendly manner. The book will be a boon for the pediatricians to guide them in day-to-day practice as well as for the pediatric residents. Table of ContentsSECTION 1 DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS SECTION 2 GENETICS SECTION 3 INBORN ERRORS OF METABOLISM/STORAGE DISORDERS SECTION 4 NEONATOLOGY SECTION 5 INFECTIOUS DISEASES/IMMUNIZATION SECTION 6 NUTRITION SECTION 7 CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM SECTION 8 PULMONOLOGY SECTION 9 GASTROENTEROLOGY SECTION 10 NEPHROLOGY/UROGENITAL SECTION 11 HEMATOLOGY SECTION 12 NEUROLOGY SECTION 13 ENDOCRINOLOGY SECTION 14 CRITICAL CARE SECTION 15 EMERGENCY MEDICINE SECTION 16 RHEUMATOLOGY SECTION 17 DERMATOLOGY SECTION 18 OPHTHALMOLOGY SECTION 19 OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY SECTION 20 SURGERY SECTION 21 ORTHOPEDICS SECTION 22 DENTAL SECTION 23 MISCELLANEOUS Index

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Book SynopsisThis book provides useful information on conventional radiology which will help the pediatricians in their day-to-day office practice as a ready to refer guide in pediatric radiological investigations. Discusses the discovery and evolution of X-rays. Provides an outline of radiation hazards, types of X-rays and radiographic positions in pediatrics. Advent of Digital Radiography and case scenarios of clinical importance added in all essential chapters. Contains information on emergency radiological investigation. This book will be of immense help for UG and PG students, practicing pediatricians and teaching faculties alike. Table of Contents1. X-ray Imaging in Children 2. Respiratory System 3. Cardiovascular System 4. Bone and Metabolic Diseases 5. Gastrointestinal System 6. Genitourinary System 7. Neonatology 8. Interesting Case Scenarios

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Book SynopsisThis completely revised fourth edition of Principles of Pediatric and Neonatal Emergencies - a flagship publication of Indian Pediatrics - is now in colour. With its focus on the management of acute illnesses in emergency settings, especially in low- and middle-income settings, the book will be highly relevant to the needs of pediatricians working in developing countries.Most chapters have been completely rewritten, incorporating latest consensus guidelines of management by various academic bodies and incorporating flowcharts and key points. The emphasis continues to be on initial management of common and important emergencies affecting children. Detailed discussions on etiology and pathophysiology have been avoided.This textbook shall be extremely valuable for pediatricians, physicians, resident doctors and other trainees, and will be an essential part of shelf in all pediatric emergency units. Incorporates latest evidence-based diagnostic and therapeutic recommendations related to pediatric and neonatal emergencies. Comprehensively covers acute illnesses in children, with emphasis on their initial management. New chapters on oxygen therapy, anaphylaxis, blood component therapy, asthma, chronic respiratory disorders, cardiac arrhythmias, traumatic brain injuries, oncological emergencies, dermatological, gynecological and psychiatric emergencies, burns, corrosive poisonings, urological, orthopedic, and ocular emergencies and approach to sexually abused child. Special arrangement in 8 sections – starting with Organization of Pediatric Emergency Department, and progressing to initial Stabilization of a Sick Child, followed by Systemic Emergencies, Environmental, and Toxicological Threats, Neonatal Emergencies, Surgical and Subspecialty Emergencies, and Procedures. Contribution from over 170 authors with vast experience in emergencies and intensive care. Annexures on drug doses for emergency drugs, with emphasis on antiarrhythmic drugs. A must for every postgraduate student and practicing pediatriciains and an essential component in the shelf of all pediatric emergenct units. Table of ContentsSECTION 1 Organization of Emergency Department SECTION 2 Initial Stabilization SECTION 3 Pediatric Medical Emergencies SECTION 4 Environmental Problems SECTION 5 Toxicological Emergencies SECTION 6 Neonatal Emergencies SECTION 7 Pediatric Surgical Emergencies SECTION 8 Emergency Procedures Annexures

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Book SynopsisThe main aim of this textbook is to update the postgraduate students in Pediatric Surgery, General Surgery, Pediatrics, Urology and Plastic Surgery. It also gives appropriate guidance to general practitioners and family physicians regarding early diagnosis and care of surgical problems in children. Useful reference in understanding childhood surgical disorders. Written exclusively by experienced pediatric surgeons and physicians. Contains current protocols of investigations and treatment. Provides update on Pediatric Surgery, General Surgery, Pediatrics, Urology and Plastic Surgery to postgraduates. Table of ContentsSECTION 1 GENERAL TOPICS IN PEDIATRIC SURGERY SECTION 2 TRAUMA AND ALLIED SECTION 3 HEAD FACE AND NECK SECTION 4 CHEST AND THORAX SECTION 5 ABDOMEN SECTION 6 ONCOLOGY SECTION 7 UROLOGY SECTION 8 TRANSPLANTATION SECTION 9 MISCELLANEOUS

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Book SynopsisThis book has been made as comprehensive as possible with 14 sections which deals with different aspects of tropical diseases with special reference to India. It covers all the important topics, arranging them systematically starting from epidemiology, nutritional disorders, neonatal problems, infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, pediatric subspecialties, accident and poisoning, emergencies and intensive care, environmental issues and certain neglected tropical diseases of our country. First ever comprehensive textbook on Tropical Diseases in Pediatrics from India. More than 85 state-of-the-art chapters covering all the aspects of tropical pediatric diseases. Authored by more than 80 national and international clinicians and experts in subject. Systematically arranged chapters in 14 sections such as epidemiology, nutritional disorders, neonatal problems, infectious diseases, noncommunicable diseases, pediatric subspecialties, accidents and poisoning, emergencies and intensive care, environmental issues and certain neglected tropical diseases of our country. Infectious disease section covers, bacterial, mycobacterial, viral, parasitic, protozoal and fungal diseases. Neonatal problems in tropics extensively cover all the issues. Noncommunicable diseases, accidents and poisonings, emergencies and accidental issues are also covered. Special emphasis on environmental issues, pediatric ophthalmology and pediatric oral health. Table of ContentsSECTION 1 Epidemiology of Tropical Diseases SECTION 2 Nutritional Disorders in the Tropics SECTION 3 Tropical Neonatal Problems SECTION 4 Bacterial and Rickettsial Infections SECTION 5 Mycobacterial Infections SECTION 6 Viral Infections SECTION 7 Parasitic and Protozoal Infections/Infestations SECTION 8 Fungal Infections SECTION 9 Noncommunicable Diseases in the Topics SECTION 10 Pediatric Subspecialties in Tropics SECTION 11 Accidents and Poisoning in the Tropics SECTION 12 Emergencies and Intensive Care in the Tropics SECTION 13 Environmental Issues SECTION 14 Miscellaneous Issues

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Book SynopsisThis manual incorporates entire plethora of vaccines recommended in NIP, WHO, IAP and CDC immunization timetable. Available state-of-the-art charts, tables and text of international and national authors and organizations have been included with necessary modifications with due acknowledgement. An updated and revised book with detailed information on various aspects of immunization. Practical guidelines are incorporated on Vaccine Administration and Safe Injection Practices. Diagrams’ showing administering multiple vaccines at the same sitting is a visual guide for readers. Latest National Immunization Schedule, 2019; IAP Immunization Time Table, 2018-2019; WHO Immunization Guidelines, 2019; and CDC Adult Vaccination Guidelines, 2019 with footnotes are self-explanatory and updated. Learning points at the end of each chapter are the unique feature offering day-to-day practice-oriented learning. Tables showing vaccine brands available in India are a ready-reckoner for the busy practitioner. FAQs by parents and doctors have been addressed adequately. Immunization websites and bibliography have been added for those seeking more information on vaccines and immunizations. Basics of Vaccinology, History of Vaccines, Vaccine Development and Future Vaccine make reading this digest a pleasure. Table of Contents1. The Vaccine Timeline 2. Immunization: The Way Forward 3. Basics of Vaccinology 4. Immunization Schedules 5. Vaccines, Immunoglobulins and Antisera 6. Immunization in Special Clinical Circumstances 7. Adverse Events Following Immunization 8. The Cold Chain for Vaccines 9. Vaccine Development 10. Future Vaccines 11. Vaccine Preventable Disease Surveillance 12. WHO Position Papers on Vaccines in NIP and IAP Schedules

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