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A Comprehensive Guide to Pediatric Physical Examination: A Comprehensive Illustrated Handbook

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Pediatric physical examination is an essential part of providing quality care to infants and children. A thorough physical examination can help to identify both acute and chronic health conditions, and can also help to establish a baseline for future health assessments.

Pediatric Physical Examination - E-Book: An Illustrated Handbook

by Karen Duderstadt

4.6 out of 5

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This book, Pediatric Physical Examination: An Illustrated Handbook, provides a comprehensive and practical approach to the physical examination of infants and children. The book is divided into 16 chapters, each of which covers a different body system. Each chapter includes a detailed discussion of the normal physical examination findings, as well as common and uncommon variations. The book is also extensively illustrated with over 800 photographs and drawings, which help to illustrate the key physical examination findings.

Chapter 1: General Examination

The general examination provides a general overview of the child's health status. This includes assessment of the child's vital signs, nutritional status, and overall appearance. The general examination also includes screening for common developmental problems, such as motor delays and speech delays.

Chapter 2: Head and Neck

The head and neck examination assesses the child's head, face, eyes, ears, nose, and throat. This examination can help to identify a variety of health conditions, including congenital anomalies, infections, and injuries.

Chapter 3: Respiratory System

The respiratory system examination assesses the child's lungs, chest wall, and airway. This examination can help to identify a variety of respiratory conditions, including pneumonia, asthma, and bronchiolitis.

Chapter 4: Cardiovascular System

The cardiovascular system examination assesses the child's heart and blood vessels. This examination can help to identify a variety of cardiovascular conditions, including congenital heart defects, arrhythmias, and hypertension.

Chapter 5: Gastrointestinal System

The gastrointestinal system examination assesses the child's abdomen, liver, and gastrointestinal tract. This examination can help to identify a variety of gastrointestinal conditions, including abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation.

Chapter 6: Genitourinary System

The genitourinary system examination assesses the child's kidneys, bladder, and genitals. This examination can help to identify a variety of genitourinary conditions, including urinary tract infections, kidney stones, and undescended testicles.

Chapter 7: Musculoskeletal System

The musculoskeletal system examination assesses the child's bones, joints, and muscles. This examination can help to identify a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including fractures, dislocations, and muscle strains.

Chapter 8: Neurological System

The neurological system examination assesses the child's brain, spinal cord, and nerves. This examination can help to identify a variety of neurological conditions, including seizures, cerebral palsy, and spina bifida.

Chapter 9: Skin

The skin examination assesses the child's skin, hair, and nails. This examination can help to identify a variety of skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, and acne.

Chapter 10: Eyes

The eye examination assesses the child's eyes and vision. This examination can help to identify a variety of eye conditions, including refractive errors, strabismus, and amblyopia.

Chapter 11: Ears

The ear examination assesses the child's ears and hearing. This examination can help to identify a variety of ear conditions, including otitis media, hearing loss, and tinnitus.

Chapter 12: Nose

The nose examination assesses the child's nose and sinuses. This examination can help to identify a variety of nose and sinus conditions, including rhinitis, sinusitis, and nasal polyps.

Chapter 13: Throat

The throat examination assesses the child's throat and tonsils. This examination can help to identify a variety of throat conditions, including tonsillitis, pharyngitis, and laryngitis.

Chapter 14: Neck

The neck examination assesses the child's neck and lymph nodes. This examination can help to identify a variety of neck conditions, including lymphadenopathy, torticollis, and goiter.

Chapter 15: Abdomen

The abdominal examination assesses the child's abdomen and its contents. This examination can help to identify a variety of abdominal conditions, including abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation.

Chapter 16: Back

The back examination assesses the child's back and spine. This examination can help to identify a variety of back conditions, including scoliosis, kyphosis, and lordosis.

Pediatric Physical Examination: An Illustrated Handbook provides a comprehensive and practical approach to the physical examination of infants and children. The book is divided into 16 chapters, each of which covers a different body system. Each chapter includes a detailed discussion of the normal physical examination findings, as well as common and uncommon variations. The book is also extensively illustrated with over 800 photographs and drawings, which help to illustrate the key physical examination findings.

This book is an essential resource for pediatricians, family physicians, and other healthcare providers who care for infants and children. The book is also a valuable resource for parents and caregivers who want to learn more about the physical examination of their children.

Pediatric Physical Examination - E-Book: An Illustrated Handbook

by Karen Duderstadt

4.6 out of 5