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

This new rapid reference guideprovides the latest information on common respiratory disorders seen in practice, with full coverage of asthma management, sleep disorders, and more. Includes more than 100 images to aid in problem-solving and diagnosis! Content is presented in a concise, bulleted template featuring algorithms, tables, and figures that make it easy to find key information to aid in diagnosis and treatment.Topics include:Evaluation of Children With Respiratory DiseaseAnatomic Disorders and Congenital Anomalies of the Airway, Lungs, Pulmonary Vessels, and Chest WallAsthma and Related ConditionsInfections of the Respiratory TractPulmonary Function TestingPharmacological ManagementPulmonary and Respiratory ImagingBronchoscopyPediatric Sleep MedicineSpecial 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 is direction on when to refer patients who require the care of a pulmonary specialist.