Pediatric secrets

• Other Authors: Polin, Richard A. 1945- (Editor), Ditmar, Mark F. (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Philadelphia Hanley & Belfus 2001
• Edition: Third Edition
• Series: The secrets series
• Subjects: Pediatrics > Examination questions
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• Item Description: Rev. ed. of: Pediatric secrets / Richard A. Polin, Mark F. Ditmar. 2nd ed., c1997
• Physical Description: xi, 731 pages illustrations, portraits 23 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9781560534563; 1560534567

This book is completely updated with over 3000 questions and answers, covering the spectrum of paediatrics from basic pathophysiologic principles to practical management issues. It is an excellent tool for established practitioners of paediatric care to prepare for rounds, recertification exams, or parental questions, as well as for students of paediatrics and family practice who are looking for a rapid, concise introduction to issues and controversies in multiple disciplines. The 3rd edition features expansion of topics in adolescent medicine, childhood behaviour and development, infectious diseases, and the use of alternative medicine in paediatrics. In addition to expert coverage of a wide-ranging scope of paediatric problems, the new edition also highlights evidence-based clinical issues