The Fifth Edition of this concise, organized, portable reference guide has been updated to include several new topics including bioterrorism exposure, fracture classifications treatment and ECG analysis! The Tarascon Pediatric Emergency Pocketbook provides the most commonly used reference material for those caring for acutely ill or injured children together with expert commentary and numerous journal references.

The Tarascon Pediatric Emergency Pocketbook, is a meticulously referenced pocket guide to managing ill or injured children. This updated edition features many new or upgraded guidelines that cover, anaphylaxis, hereditary angioedema, head trauma, diabetic ketoacidosis, colic, endocarditis prophylaxis, jaundice, bleeding disorders, oncologic emergencies, hypertension, HIV exposure, and febrile and non-febrile seizures.

Used at bedside, the new edition continues to outline the diagnosis and management for almost all emergencies occurring in infants and children with expanded commentary regarding current controversies in this field. The Tarascon Pediatric Emergency Pocketbook is an ideal companion for practitioners in the emergency room or in a family practice setting.