The Manual of Pediatric Therapeutics, a practical, quick-reference resource based on the extensive clinical experience of the Children's Hospital in Boston, has been thoroughly updated in this Seventh Edition. This point of-care reference offers users fast access to valuable, up-to-date information on topics including: normal newborns, well-child and adolescent care, acute care, disorders of each organ system, behavioral disorders, and management of children with developmental disabilities and specialized health care needs. Plus, numerous easy-to-scan tables and a popular "A to Z" drug formulary provide instant access to current dosages, cautionary information, and available preparations for drugs commonly used in pediatrics, making this user-friendly manual the perfect resource for today's pediatric professionals. Book jacket.