A winning formula now for over 20 years, each series volume has been fine-tuned and fully updated - with an improved full-colour layout tailored to make your life easier. Especially written by senior students or junior doctors - those who understand what is essential for exam success - with all information thoroughly checked and quality assured by expert Faculty Advisers, the result are books which exactly meet your needs and you know you can trust.
Each chapter guides you succinctly through the full range of curriculum topics, integrating clinical considerations with the relevant basic science and avoiding unnecessary or confusing detail. A range of text boxes help you get to the hints, tips and key points you need fast! A fully revised self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats is included to check your understanding and aid exam preparation. The accompanying enhanced, downloadable eBook completes this invaluable learning package.
Series volumes have been honed to meet the requirements of today's medical students, although the range of other health students and professionals who need rapid access to the essentials of paediatrics will also love the unique approach of Crash Course. Whether you need to get out of a fix or aim for a distinction Crash Course is for you!
- Provides the exam syllabus in one place - saves valuable revision time
- Written by senior students and recent graduates - those closest to what is essential for exam success
- Quality assured by leading Faculty Advisors - ensures complete accuracy of information
- Features the ever popular 'Hints and Tips' boxes and other useful aide-mémoires - distilled wisdom from those in the know
- Updated self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats - confirm your understanding and improve exam technique fast
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. History and examination
Chapter 2. Investigations
Chapter 3. Cardiovascular system
Chapter 4. Respiratory system
Chapter 5. Gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary systems
Chapter 6. Renal and genitourinary systems
Chapter 7. Endocrine system and growth
Chapter 8. Haematology
Chapter 9. Oncology
Chapter 10. Fever, infectious diseases and immunodeficiency
Chapter 11. Allergy and anaphylaxis
Chapter 12. Dermatology
Chapter 13. Nervous system
Chapter 14. Musculoskeletal system
Chapter 15. The newborn
Chapter 16. Genetic disorders
Chapter 17. Developmental assessment and developmental delay
Chapter 18. Child and adolescent mental health
Chapter 19. Community paediatrics, public health and child protection
Chapter 20. Accidents and emergencies
Chapter 21. Nutrition, fluids and prescribing
