Pediatric Pulmonology, Asthma, and Sleep Medicine: A Quick Reference Guide

If you’re a primary care physician specializing in pediatric respiratory care, chances are you’re facing recurring respiratory conditions like asthma-related difficulties and sleep disorders. Obtaining practice-focused guidance on the diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of these commonly encountered pediatric respiratory conditions is crucial. That’s where “Pediatric Respiratory Medicine” comes in.

Published by the American Academy of Pediatrics in April 2018, this up-to-date book provides advice for appropriate testing, treatment plans, and common complications for which to watch. Authored by some of the renowned pediatric respiratory medicine experts, “Pediatric Respiratory Medicine” is a comprehensive guide to the most common respiratory diseases and conditions in children.

The book starts by presenting the signs, symptoms, and conditions most commonly encountered in primary pulmonary care. The guide covers it all, from the diagnosis and evaluation of respiratory diseases to the treatment of asthma-related difficulties and sleep disorders. The main topics include:

– Evaluation of Children with Respiratory Disease
– Anatomic Disorders and Congenital Anomalies of the Airway, Lungs, Pulmonary Vessels, and Chest Wall
– Asthma and Related Conditions
– Infections of the Respiratory Tract
– Pulmonary Function Testing
– Pharmacological Management
– Pulmonary and Respiratory Imaging
– Bronchoscopy
– Pediatric Sleep Medicine

The special expanded sections on asthma, sleep medicine, and respiratory care provide non-specialists with the knowledge needed to effectively treat these often-complicated conditions. Each chapter is presented in a concise, bulleted format with tables and figures that make it easy to locate key information. Also included are directions on when to refer patients who require the care of a pulmonary specialist.

In addition, “Pediatric Respiratory Medicine” covers conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, and other sleep disorders that may have respiratory complications. The guide provides advice on the assessment and treatment of children with recurrent or persistent symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing.

What’s more, the book offers essential information on the different types of medications used in pediatric respiratory medicine. With the increasing use of different medications, it is essential to have an extensive knowledge of the various drugs and their mechanisms of actions. “Pediatric Respiratory Medicine” offers a thorough and in-depth explanation of the different types of medications used in pediatric respiratory medicine, including their side effects and contraindications.

One of the standout features of the book is its accessibility. The language used in the book is easy to understand and it is presented in a user-friendly format, providing a practical approach to diagnosis and management. The book includes a large number of tables and algorithms to help practitioners diagnose, treat, and manage pediatric respiratory diseases effectively.

The e-book version of “Pediatric Respiratory Medicine” has 890 pages, and it is published by American Academy of Pediatrics. It is currently available in English with ISBN-10: 1610021428 and ISBN-13: 978-1610021425. The product dimensions are 6 x 1.6 x 9 inches, making it perfectly sized for easy portability during patient rounds or in the office.

In conclusion, “Pediatric Respiratory Medicine” is an invaluable resource for pediatricians, pulmonary specialists, family physicians, and pediatric nurses, providing them with the knowledge they need to diagnose and treat respiratory diseases in children. The book is practical, comprehensive, and user-friendly, making it an essential part of any clinician’s library. Order a copy today and take your pediatric respiratory medicine practice to the next level.

Product Details

• Evaluation of Children With Respiratory Disease
• Anatomic Disorders and Congenital Anomalies of the Airway, Lungs, Pulmonary Vessels, and Chest Wall
• Asthma and Related Conditions
• Infections of the Respiratory Tract
• Pulmonary Function Testing
• Pharmacological Management
• Pulmonary and Respiratory Imaging
• Bronchoscopy
• Pediatric Sleep Medicine

• : 890 pages
• Publisher: American Academy of Pediatrics; 1 edition (April 1, 2018)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1610021428
• ISBN-13: 978-1610021425
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 1.6 x 9 inches