Completely updated for 2010-2011, this must-have resource provides updated information on the current treatment options for infectious diseases that affect children.
Evidence-based guidance from trusted experts
The 18th Edition of the trusted Nelson’s Pocketbook of Antimicrobial Therapy provides up-to-date information for the practitioner caring for newborns, infants, children, and adolescents. In this pocket-sized book is found the “what, why, and how” for treating bacterial, viral, parasitic, and fungal infections.
The book is organized in several ways to optimize usefulness. Quick look-up according to diagnosis is available. Therapy for specific pathogens and specific populations (newborns, patients with renal failure) is also provided. Other tables include adverse reactions to antimicrobial agents, adverse drug interactions, therapy for serious infections, MRSA, trade names, and more. The back cover guides the reader to the precise position in the book for each table.
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The authors comb the literature for the latest information and update the book every other year. Critical updates will be provided *here*. The evidence used as a basis for their recommendations is provided *here*.
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