Main description:

The Unofficial Guide to Paediatrics is unique in that it is the only textbook that covers core subject summaries, examination practice, practical skills, career opportunities and clinical cases all in one place. It does this through 1000+ colour images and illustrations, 200+ multiple choice questions, and 60+ real life clinical cases to bring paediatrics to life. The contributors range from Professors of Paediatrics, to medical students, to teachers, nurses, and midwifes, meaning the book has influences from a truly multidisiplinary team at all stages of training. This book has relevance beyond examinations, for post graduate further education and as a day-to-day reference for professionals. With extensive collaboration from renowned academics and specialists, the content is reliable and based on up-to-date evidence.

Contents:

Adolescent Health, Assessment and Management of the Acutely Unwell Child, Cardiology, Community Medicine, Ear Nose and Throat, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Genetics, Haematology, Immunology and Allergy, Infection, Intensive Care, Law, Metabolic Medicine, Neonatology, Neurology, Nutrition, Oncology, Orthopaedics and Rheumatology, Public Health, Renal Medicine, Respiratory Medicine, Skin, Surgery, Clinical Cases, History Taking, Examination, Communication Skills, Practical Skills, Prescribing, Undergraduate and Postgraduate Assessments in Paediatrics, A Guide to Being a Paediatric Junior Doctor, Careers in Paediatrics.