Description
Presented in an easy-to-use format, this 'must-have' guide provides:
- Content from AAP's premier source of information on infectious diseases, the Red Book
- Quick reference fact sheets on more than 50 common infectious diseases and symptoms that occur in children in group settings
- Easy-to-read explanations on how infectious diseases spread
- Strategies for limiting the spread of infection
- When exclusion is indicated and not indicated
- Guidance about which situations require immediate help
- Immunization schedules
- Ready-to-use sample letters and forms for parents or referrals
New in the 2nd Edition:
- Important updates on Influenza, Diarrhea, Pinkeye
- New, expanded section on outbreaks, epidemics, and other infectious disease emergencies
- New prevention-oriented Quick Reference Sheets: What Families Can Do to Reduce Illness from Infection in Child Care and Schools, What Education Program Staff Can Do to Reduce Illness from Infection in Child Care and Schools, Hand Hygiene, Diaper Changing
- New infectious disease Quick Reference Sheets: Boils, abscesses, and cellulitis; Dental caries; Fever; MRSA; Mouth sores; Sties; Thrush; Vomiting; Yeast diaper rash
American Academy of Pediatrics
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 60,000 member pediatricians dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of infants, children, adolescents and young adults. One of the major activities of the AAP is providing reliable educational materials for parents and caregivers. Under the direction of a medical editor, content developed by the AAP is rigorously reviewed by appropriate committee members to ensure compliance with the organization's current policy and recommendations.
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