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Book SynopsisLast year America's 76 million children made 27 million trips to hospital emergency departmentsone for every three children. That represents a lot of fevers, coughs, sore ears, twisted ankles, and broken bones, plus the wide gamut of other illnesses and injuries children can experience. Whether or not an emergency room visit was warranted for each of these visits, however, is an entirely different story. Keeping Your Kids Out of the Emergency Room is an essential guide to the most common illnesses, injuries, and ailments that send kids to the ER, and when particular symptoms warrant those trips or not. Christopher Johnson, a seasoned pediatrician, offers a go-to resource for all new parents and parents of young children, providing solid information on those instances when a trip to the ER is essential, when a trip to the doctor will suffice, and when a wait and see approach works best. He tackles all the most common ailments that cause parents to wonder if they should take their chil
Trade ReviewWhen we're worried about the health or safety of our children, it's difficult to know which way to turn -- especially when it's 3am! Dr. Johnson's expert and hard-earned lessons, stories, and helpful tips provide clarity in a cloudy world when our kids are sick and we've got no idea where to go. Just when is it okay to wait until morning and when is a midnight run to the ER essential? Although instincts serve us well as parents, this guide can be a great tool for decision-making when we're confused and scared. Added bonus: it's sure to decrease your own blood pressure, too! -- Wendy Sue Swanson, M.D., MBE, FAAP, pediatrician and author of Seattle Mama Doc Blog
An experienced critical care physician has provided the playbook for parents trying to make the ultimate call - do we take our child to the ER, or not? Through practical examples, memorable scenarios, and valuable check lists, Dr. Johnson empowers parents with information necessary to make the best decision for our children when they may need emergency care. The book is organized into a grab-and-go, easily digestible book that can be comfortably read cover to cover, or used as a quick reference tool. Read this one before the unexpected happens in your family. -- Natasha Burgert, M.D., general pediatrician and author of kckidsdoc.com
Table of Contents1: To Go or Not to Go: The Parents’ Dilemma 2: What Should You Do? 3: Fever 4: Coughs, Sneezes, Sore Throats, and Ear Aches 5: Breathing Troubles 6: Digestive and Abdominal Problems 7: Bumps and Conks on the Head 8: Sprains, Dislocations, and Broken Bones 9: Cuts, Lacerations, and Other Skin Injuries 10: Rashes 11: Overdoses, Poisonings, and Bites 12: Headaches, Convulsions, and Altered Mental States 13: Allergic Reactions 14: Other Miscellaneous Conditions 15: A Parent’s Guide to How Emergency Departments Work Suggestions for Further Reading
