Pediatric Diagnosis

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This easy-to-use, fully revised 6th Edition retains its concise, problem-oriented approach to the differential diagnosis of all paediatric signs and symptoms. This new edition covers all common and uncommon signs and symptoms for infants, children, and adolescents, including biomedical, developmental, and psychosocial considerations.Review of the 5th "A classic reference for all physicians involved in the care of children...A practical compendium of the differential diagnosis of pediatric physical findings...A superb addition to the reference library."--Current Surgery Covers the most recent disorders that must be considered, including ehrlichiosis, fibromyalgia, fibrosing colonopathy, hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, and others. Shows readers ways to establish good rapport between patient and physician. The chapter on pediatric interview has been extensively revised--containing tips on what to look and listen for, and what "trigger" questions to ask, and emphasizing its importance in integrating the biomedical, developmental, and psychosocial aspects of care.