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Kardiologie – Pneumologie – Allergologie – HNO: Reihe: Therapie der Krankheiten im Kindes- und Jugendalter (Therapie der Krankheiten im Kindes- und Jugendalter)
by Klaus-Peter Zimmer Brigitte Stiller Dietrich Reinhardt Antje Schuster Thomas DeitmerKinder- und Jugendärzte erhalten mit diesem verlässlichen Therapie-Begleiter schnelle Orientierung bei der täglichen Arbeit auf Station oder in der Praxis. Der Band aus der Reihe „Therapie der Krankheiten im Kindes- und Jugendalter“ konzentriert sich auf die Behandlung von Erkrankungen des Herzens, der Lunge und von Hals-Nasen-Ohren-Erkrankungen in der Pädiatrie sowie die Therapie von kinderallergologischen Erkrankungen.Die Reihe „Therapie der Krankheiten im Kindes- und Jugendalter“ umfasst alle Bereiche der Kinder- und Jugendmedizin und macht die spezifischen Therapieprinzipien und -ziele, die einzelnen Schritte sowie Informationen zu Verlauf und Qualitätssicherung der Behandlung zugänglich – übersichtlich und an den Leitlinien orientiert.
Karen: A True Story Told by Her Mother
by Marie KillileaWinner of the Christopher Award: This bestseller tells the inspirational true story of a girl with cerebral palsy and the mother who wouldn&’t give up on her. In 1940, when Karen Killilea was born three months premature and developed cerebral palsy, doctors encouraged her parents to put her in an institution and forget about her. At the time, her condition was considered untreatable, and institutionalization was the only recourse. But in a revolutionary act of faith and love, the Killileas never gave up hope that Karen could lead a successful life. Written by Karen&’s mother, Marie, this memoir is a profound and heartwarming personal account of a young mother&’s efforts to refute the medical establishment&’s dispiriting advice, and her daughter&’s extraordinary triumph over seemingly insurmountable odds. Marie&’s activism spread awareness of the mistreatment of disabled people in America and led to the formation of multiple foundations, including United Cerebral Palsy. A larger-than-life story, Karen tells of a family&’s courage, patience, and struggle in the face of extreme difficulty. The New York Times wrote, &“You&’ll want to read it most for Karen&’s own words: &‘I can walk, I can talk. I can read. I can write. I can do anything.&’&”
Karrierefaktor guter Schlaf: Wie Sie sich zu Höchstleistungen schlummern (essentials)
by Elke PohlElke Pohl beschreibt mit Beispielen und wichtigen Tipps Auswirkung und Bekämpfung von fehlender Schlafqualität oder Schlafstörungen. Diese sind ein wichtiges Warnzeichen für eine fehlende Balance und zumeist Vorboten von chronischer Erschöpfung. In Verbindung mit den logisch folgenden Konzentrationsschwierigkeiten stellen sie auch einen erheblichen Risikofaktor für Mitarbeiter, Führungsstil und Produktivität in den Unternehmen dar. Dass Schlafstörungen und Tagesmüdigkeit die Leistungsfähigkeit von Menschen in hohem Maße beeinflussen, ist bekannt. Dennoch widmen immer noch zu wenige Unternehmen diesem Thema die gebührende Aufmerksamkeit. Positive Ansätze sollen Hilfestellungen geben.
Karriereoptionen in den Lebenswissenschaften: Leitfaden zur Forschung für einen Weg jenseits der akademischen Laufbahn
by Stefano Gaburro Eric RieuxDieser praktische Leitfaden zeigt alternative Karrieremöglichkeiten für Forscher in den Lebenswissenschaften jenseits der akademischen Laufbahn auf. Verfasst von aktiven Fachleuten mit praktischer Erfahrung bietet das Buch einen umfassenden Überblick über nicht-akademische Rollen und die vielen verfügbaren Karrierewege. In unserer Ausbildung in den Lebenswissenschaften durchlaufen viele von uns eine klassische akademische Ausbildung, die uns auf die Durchführung von universitärer Forschung vorbereitet. Allerdings landen nur 20-30 % der Studierenden in festen akademischen Positionen. Der Rest verlässt das Feld aufgrund der herausfordernden Bedingungen und fehlender gesicherter Anstellung. Da sich das Gebiet weiterhin ausdehnt und diversifiziert, wachsen auch die Chancen für die berufliche Entwicklung außerhalb der traditionellen Wege. Es gibt eine steigende Nachfrage nach qualifizierten Experten, um verschiedene Stellen in der Industrie, der Regierung und anderen Sektoren zu besetzen. Hier finden Sie Anleitungen, wie Sie Ihre wissenschaftliche Erfahrung optimal nutzen können, um in den verschiedenen Rollen erfolgreich zu sein. Darüber hinaus wird die Vorbereitung Ihres Lebenslaufs (CV), Anschreibens und Ihrer sozialen Medien (LinkedIn) behandelt. Interviews mit ausgewählten Persönlichkeiten aus verschiedenen Bereichen bieten einzigartige Einblicke in Lebenswege mit echtem praktischem Bezug. Schließlich berät dieses Werk Universitäten und akademische Einrichtungen, wie ein entsprechendes Bildungsmodell in ihre Lehrpläne integriert werden könnte, um zukünftigen Absolventen der Lebenswissenschaften ein umfassendes Spektrum ihrer Möglichkeiten zu bieten.
Kasey’s River Song: Spinnig Dreams In Gold Rush Alaska
by Lewis NormaThirteen-year-old Kathleen Camille (Kasey) Mackenzie faces challenges in Alaska that will require all the strength and courage she can muster. She is forced to struggle with everything from a dress-stealing bear to a killer storm. The unthinkable happens: the death of her beloved father in a mining accident. Her mother had died two years earlier. Now she's alone in Alaska, but only until her grandmother comes to rescue her--whether she wants rescuing or not. Though mature beyond her years, Kasey is far from perfect. She can't quite control a wide stubborn streak and alienates two of the people she loves most. Her strong will might help find everything she longs for--or it could be her undoing.
Katarakt- und Linsenchirurgie
by Thomas Kohnen Siegfried Priglinger Mehdi Shajari Thomas C. Kreutzer Wolfgang J. MayerDas Lehrbuch für die Ophthalmochirurgie Das Buch fasst das gesamte Wissen der Linsenchirurgie State of the Art zusammen. Umfassend werden nicht nur die OP-Verfahren detailliert beschrieben, sondern Experten teilen mit dem Leser viele nützliche Praxistipps für einzelne OP-Schritte, um das bestmögliche operative Ergebnis zu erzielen. Neben dem Fokus auf die Operation werden aber auch die Vor- und Nachsorge sowie das Komplikationsmanagement detailliert besprochen und eine systematische Übersicht der aktuellen Literatur gegeben.Aus dem Inhalt· Kataraktoperation mit Komplikationsmanagement· Einsatz von Sonderlinsen· Femto-Laser-Linsenchirurgie· Sekundäre Linsenimplantation· Phake Linsenchirurgie Praxisnah· Zahlreiche Übersichten und Algorithmen· Über 200 farbige Abbildungen· Plus: 75 Videos zu einzelnen Operationen Für alle operativ interessierten Ophthalmolog*innen ein Muss.
Katathym Imaginative Psychotherapie: Lehrbuch der Arbeit mit Imaginationen in psychodynamischen Psychotherapien (Psychotherapie: Praxis)
by Ulrich Bahrke Karin NohrDr. Bahrke und Dr. Nohr stellen in diesem Buch Psychotherapeuten und Psychoanalytikern vor, wie sie mit der Katathym Imaginativen Psychotherapie (KIP) auf dem heutigen Stand psychodynamischer Erkenntnisse arbeiten können. Die Methode ist eine von Hanscarl Leuner unter dem Namen „Katathymes Bilderleben“ 1955 eingeführte und seither weiterentwickelte Methode der psychodynamischen Psychotherapie. Anschaulich in Fallbeispielen und übersichtlich in einer systematischen Darstellung zeigen die Autoren den State of the Art.Über die Methode: Wie arbeitet KIP? Die therapeutische Praxis beruht auf der Einbeziehung von Imaginationen in den Therapieprozess. Unbewusste Wünsche, Konflikte, deren Abwehr sowie die Übertragungsbeziehung werden so symbolhaft veranschaulicht. Die vom Therapeuten angeregten und begleiteten Imaginationen ergänzen auf wertvolle Weise den psychodynamischen Verstehensprozess und eröffnen zusätzlich zum Gespräch einen affektnahen, motivationsfördernden Zugangsweg bei der Bearbeitung vieler Störungsbilder in Kurz- und Langzeittherapien. Im Gegensatz zu anderen Imaginationen nutzenden Psychotherapiemethoden werden die Imaginationen in der KIP unter Beachtung von Übertragung und Widerstand als Bestandteil der Beziehungsarbeit verstanden.Geschrieben für ... psychodynamisch arbeitende Psychotherapeuten, Psychiater und Psychoanalytiker, die mit Imaginationen arbeiten, sowie alle an Bildsprache, Metaphern und Träumen interessierten Kollegen.
Katathym Imaginative Psychotherapy: Textbook of Working with Imaginations in Psychodynamic Psychotherapies
by Ulrich Bahrke Karin NohrIn this book, Dr. Bahrke and Dr. Nohr introduce psychotherapists and psychoanalysts to how they can work with Katathym Imaginative Psychotherapy (KIP) at the current level of psychodynamic knowledge. The method is a method of psychodynamic psychotherapy introduced by Hanscarl Leuner in 1955 under the name "Katathymes Bilderleben" and further developed since then. The authors clearly show the state of the art in case studies and in a systematic presentation. About the method: How does KIP work? The therapeutic practice is based on the inclusion of imaginations in the therapy process. Unconscious desires, conflicts, their defense as well as the transference relationship are thus symbolically illustrated. The imaginations stimulated and accompanied by the therapist are a valuable supplement to the psychodynamic process of understanding and, in addition to conversation, open up an affect-related, motivation-promoting access route in the treatment of many disturbance patterns in short and long-term therapies. In contrast to other psychotherapy methods that use imaginations, imaginations in KIP are understood as a component of relational work, taking transference and resistance into account. Written for ... Psychodynamically working psychotherapists, psychiatrists and psychoanalysts who work with imaginations, as well as all colleagues interested in figurative language, metaphors and dreams.
Katherine Carlyle
by Rupert Thomson"Katherine Carlyle is a masterpiece." --Philip Pullman, best-selling author of the His Dark Materials trilogy "[T]his road trip through a snow dome of mesmeric hallucinations is Thomson at his best." --Richard Flanagan, author of The Narrow Road to the Deep North, winner of the 2015 Man Booker Prize Katherine Carlyle is Rupert Thomson's breakthrough novel. Written in the beautifully spare, lucid, and cinematic prose Thomson is known for, and powered by his natural gift for storytelling, it uses the modern techniques of IVF to throw new light on the myth of origins. It is a profound and moving novel about identity, the search for personal meaning, and how we are loved. Unmoored by her mother's death and feeling her father to be an increasingly distant figure, Katherine Carlyle abandons the set course of her life and starts out on a mysterious journey to the ends of the world. Instead of going to college, she disappears, telling no one where she has gone. What begins as an attempt to punish her father for his absence gradually becomes a testing ground of his love for her, a coming-to-terms with the death of her mother, and finally the mise-en-scène for a courageous leap to true empowerment.
Kawasaki Disease
by Ben Tsutomu Saji Jane W. Newburger Jane C. Burns Masato TakahashiThis book provides themost up-to-date information on the clinical research into and medical managementof Kawasaki Disease, and opens the door for new pathological insights. Itsnearly 50 sections cover basic research, genetic backgrounds, bacterial and biological evidence, and medical treatment with intravenous immunoglobulin,steroids, and recent anti-cytokine approaches. It offers an invaluable resourcefor general pediatricians, pediatric and adult cardiologists, pediatric cardiacsurgeons, infectious disease specialists, pediatric rheumatologists,epidemiologists, and basic researchers in these disciplines.
Kawasaki Disease
by Ho-Chang KuoThis book aims to provide readers with up-to-date information on clinical research, diagnostic methods and treatment choice of Kawasaki disease. First chapters describe clinical symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and complications of Kawasaki disease. Hot topics of precision medicine, big data analysis, genetics study, psychologic problems and allergic diseases after Kawasaki diseases are also discussed in details. Written by experts with wealthy experience in the field, this book will be an invaluable reference for pediatricians and clinicians working in the field of Kawasaki disease.
Keel-, neus- en oorchirurgie (Operatieve zorg en technieken)
by Hanneke Mulder Eefke AlbersHet leerboek Keel-, neus- en oorchirurgie biedt de operatieassistent in opleiding de grondbeginselen van het specialisme keel-, neus- en oorheelkunde. De meest voorkomende operatieve behandelingsmethoden worden helder onder de aandacht gebracht. Het boek kent een unieke en zeer praktische opbouw. Na het eerste deel, dat de algemene richtlijnen bij de keel-, neus- en oorchirurgie beschrijft, volgen vijf delen die in willekeurige volgorde bestudeerd kunnen worden. Deel twee bespreekt de operaties aan het oor; gevolgd door deel drie met de operaties aan de neus en de (niet-) endoscopische operaties aan de neusbijholten. In deel vier volgen de operaties in de mondkeelholte, aan de speekselklieren en de hals; deel vijf bespreekt de oncologische operaties; het laatste deel gaat in op de endosopieën binnen het vakgebied van de keel-, neus- en oorheelkunde. Een handige index maakt het leerboek compleet.
Keeling's Fetal and Neonatal Pathology
by T. Yee Khong Roger D. G. MalcomsonThis fifth edition of a successful book provides an overview of fetal and perinatal pathology, concentrating on common problems, especially where the anatomical pathology findings guide the direction of further investigations. A new feature of this edition is an emphasis on the molecular aspects of pathology in the perinatal setting. There are four new chapters, including one on the genetic and epigenetic basis of development and disease, and over 300 new illustrations. The format of the book remains the same as previous editions with the first half covering general areas in perinatal pathology. The second half is based on organ systems and covers specific pathological entities, now including discussion of the relevant molecular pathology. There is extensive cross-referencing between chapters. Keeling's Fetal and Neonatal Pathology, 5th edition is aimed at the practising pathologist who is called upon to provide a perinatal pathology service. It is also a valuable resource for the pathology trainee and a reference for obstetricians, maternal and fetal medicine specialists, neonatologists, paediatricians and forensic pathologists.
Keeling's Fetal and Neonatal Pathology
by T. Yee Khong Roger D. G. MalcomsonThis sixth edition provides an overview of fetal and neonatal pathology through a system-based approach. This book contains new chapters on immunology, with a continued focus on molecular aspects of pathology in the perinatal setting. The general principles of perinatal pathology and their clinical situations are also discussed, along with specific pathological entities and their organ systems. Keeling’s Fetal and Neonatal Pathology, sixth edition aims to help the reader treat common problems through anatomical pathology findings and is relevant to practicing and trainee pathologists, obstetricians, maternal and fetal medicine specialists, neonatologists, and pediatricians.
Keep Out of Reach of Children
by Mark A. Largent"Well-researched. . . . A revealing work. " - Kirkus Reviews "A fascinating history of a public health crisis. Compellingly written and insightful, Keep Out of Reach of Children traces the discovery of Reye's syndrome, research into its causes, industry's efforts to avoid warning labels on one suspected cause, aspirin, and the feared disease's sudden disappearance. Largent's empathy is with the myriad children and parents harmed by the disease, while he challenges the triumphalist view that labeling solved the crisis. " - ERIK M. CONWAY , coauthor of Merchants of Doubt "Largent's engaging and honest account explores how medical mysteries are shaped by prevailing narratives about venal drug companies, heroic investigators, and Johnny-come-lately politicians. " - HELEN EPSTEIN , author of The Invisible Cure Reye's syndrome, identified in 1963, was a debilitating, rare condition that typically afflicted healthy children just emerging from the flu or other minor illnesses. It began with vomiting, followed by confusion, coma, and in 50 percent of all cases, death. Survivors were often left with permanent liver or brain damage. Desperate, terrorized parents and doctors pursued dramatic, often ineffectual treatments. For over fifteen years, many inconclusive theories were posited as to its causes. The Centers for Disease Control dispatched its Epidemic Intelligence Service to investigate, culminating in a study that suggested a link to aspirin. Congress held hearings at which parents, researchers, and pharmaceutical executives testified. The result was a warning to parents and doctors to avoid pediatric use of aspirin, leading to the widespread substitution of alternative fever and pain reducers. But before a true cause was definitively established, Reye's syndrome simply vanished. A harrowing medical mystery, Keep Out of Reach of Children is the first and only book to chart the history of Reye's syndrome and reveal the confluence of scientific and social forces that determined the public health policy response, for better or for ill. Mark A. Largent , a survivor of Reye's syndrome, is the author of Vaccine: The Debate in Modern America and Breeding Contempt: The History of Coerced Sterilization in the United States. He is a historian of science, Associate Professor in James Madison College at Michigan State University, and Associate Dean in Lyman Briggs College at Michigan State University. He lives in Lansing, Michigan.
Keep Walking Rhona Beech: the funniest, most moving journey of self-discovery after everything falls apart
by Kate ToughIncredibly insightful, funny and poignant' Helen Sedgwick'A warm and ferociously witty story. Truth rings from every page of this assured, engrossing debut' Zoe StrachanWhen Rhona's story comes to an end you will miss her. Her candid, raw, messy journey will make you laugh, cry and remember. Not a typical break-up book, it's much more profound. Nothing has turned out quite how Rhona imagined: she's been casually swapping one job for another while getting comfy in a long relationship which ends abruptly, and her efforts to adjust to that change are thrown by some unwelcome news... Flawed, relatable Rhona Beech narrates this beautifully written, pacey satire about female friendship, heartbreak, career change, conceiving and illness, which will appeal to fans of Fleabag. Join her on a laugh (and cry) out loud search for meaning amongst the bars, offices and clinics of Glasgow. Will her friendships survive the changes and challenges? Will SHE survive? At once funny and tender, Keep Walking, Rhona Beech is a clear-sighted look at a generation of women that was told they could have it all.
Keep Walking Rhona Beech: the funniest, most moving journey of self-discovery after everything falls apart
by Kate ToughIncredibly insightful, funny and poignant' Helen Sedgwick'A warm and ferociously witty story. Truth rings from every page of this assured, engrossing debut' Zoe StrachanWhen Rhona's story comes to an end you will miss her. Her candid, raw, messy journey will make you laugh, cry and remember. Not a typical break-up book, it's much more profound. Nothing has turned out quite how Rhona imagined: she's been casually swapping one job for another while getting comfy in a long relationship which ends abruptly, and her efforts to adjust to that change are thrown by some unwelcome news... Flawed, relatable Rhona Beech narrates this beautifully written, pacey satire about female friendship, heartbreak, career change, conceiving and illness, which will appeal to fans of Fleabag. Join her on a laugh (and cry) out loud search for meaning amongst the bars, offices and clinics of Glasgow. Will her friendships survive the changes and challenges? Will SHE survive? At once funny and tender, Keep Walking, Rhona Beech is a clear-sighted look at a generation of women that was told they could have it all.
Keep You Safe: A Novel
by Melissa HillA child’s illness forces one woman to question her abilities as a mother in this dramatic novel by a #1 international bestselling author.Widowed nurse Kate and mum of two Madeleine couldn’t be more different in their approaches to parenting.Kate knows her husband’s death has made her more protective of her daughter but she’s not going to apologize for it.Madeleine feels there’s no such thing as a perfect mother and while her parenting style may be controversial, it works for her kids and that’s all that matters.But when Madeleine makes a fateful decision that upends her own family, and has devastating consequences for Kate, suddenly the world is lining up to vilify her. Now she must defend every parental choice she’s ever made . . .Why is she accused of being a terrible mother when all she did was try to keep her children safe?Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult & Liane Moriarty.Praise for Keep You Safe“Hill has her finger on the vaccination zeitgeist, offering savvy and well-researched points on a touchy subject . . . Fans of Meg Wolitzer and Emily Giffin will devour this introspective and enlightening novel.” —Booklist
Keep Your Brain Stronger For Longer: 201 brain exercises to maintain your mental fitness
by Tonia VojtkofskyOur brains need a well-rounded workout just like our bodies!Research has shown the benefits of keeping our mental abilities strong, and those who challenge their brains throughout their life have a lower risk of developing dementia and cognitive impairment.Tonia Vojkofsky PsyD – a specialist in treating Alzheimer’s and dementia – has put together a variety of fun exercises to challenge the full range of your cognitive functions, from memory and reasoning to language and visual-spatial skills.Start at the beginning and work your way through, or pick and choose which exercises you want to do each day – you’ll see which cognitive ability you are exercising, allowing you to learn about the workings of your brain along the way.This book is a fun way to promote brain health, and empowers people to have influence over their future.
Keep Your Dog Healthy the Natural Way
by Pat LazarusMillions of people who use holistic techniques on themselves are now discovering they can apply these same powerful practices to their canine companions for a longer, healthier life.
Keepers of the Soul: The Five Guardian Elements of Acupuncture
by Nora FranglenThe five elements - Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water - are fundamental to Chinese medicine and metaphysics, but it can be difficult to get beyond the purely intellectual level of understanding. This rich book gets to the heart of five element theory, and offers passionate reflections on the spirit of each element, and the practice of five element acupuncture. The author provides accessible accounts of each element, explaining what it looks like, how it presents in an individual's characteristics, how it can become unbalanced and how treatment might be approached to restore balance. With profiles of various well-known figures, including David Beckham and Elvis Presley, the author explores what it means to live in harmony as a unique being and how the five elements help shape and cultivate our body and soul. The book explains how Chinese physicians understand and diagnose their patients and offers invaluable insights into how to practise five element acupuncture effectively. A valuable and thoughtful addition to any library, this book will be of particular interest to acupuncturists, practitioners and students of complementary medicine as well as anyone contemplating Chinese medicine as a treatment option or interested more generally in human psychology.
Keeping Busy: A Handbook of Activities for Persons with Dementia
by James R. DowlingAlthough very little can be done to alter the course of dementia, much can be done to maximize the quality of life of people with the condition. Research as well as practical experience suggest that behavior management, especially through programs that provide meaningful and constructive activity, is currently the most effective treatment.In Keeping Busy, James Dowling describes a variety of activities designed to bring meaning and enjoyment to the lives of persons with dementia. The activities are organized by general categories such as music, exercise, horticulture, pets, humor, and social events. The largest section deals with communication and includes word games that help people strengthen their remaining verbal skills. The description of each activity includes step-by-step instructions, as well as tips on how to adapt it for small or large groups, for individuals at home or in an organization, or people who are bedridden.
Keeping Patients Safe: Transforming the Work Environment of Nurses
by Institute of Medicine StaffBuilding on the revolutionary Institute of Medicine reports "To Err is Human and "Crossing the Quality Chasm, Keeping Patients Safe lays out guidelines for improving patient safety by changing nurses' working, conditions and demands. Licensed nurses and unlicensed nursing assistants are indispensable participants in our national effort to protect patients from health care errors. The nature of the activities nurses typically perform--monitoring patients, educating home caretakers, performing treatments, and rescuing patients who are in crisis--provides an indispensable resource in detecting and remedying error-producing defects in the U. S. health care system. Over the last two decades, substantial changes have been made in the organization and delivery of health care--and consequently in the job description and work environment of nurses. As patients are increasingly cared for as outpatients, nurses in hospitals and nursing homes deal with greater severity of illness. Problems in management practices, employee deployment, work and workspace design, and the basic safety culture of health care organizations place patients at further risk. This newest edition in the groundbreaking Institute of Medicine series discusses these key aspects of the work environment for nurses and reviews the potential improvements in working conditions that are likely to have an impact on patient safety.
Keeping Patients Safe: Transforming the Work Environment of Nurses
by Institute of Medicine of the National AcademiesBuilding on the revolutionary Institute of Medicine reports To Err is Human and Crossing the Quality Chasm, Keeping Patients Safe lays out guidelines for improving patient safety by changing nurses working conditions and demands. Licensed nurses and unlicensed nursing assistants are critical participants in our national effort to protect patients from health care errors. The nature of the activities nurses typically perform – monitoring patients, educating home caretakers, performing treatments, and rescuing patients who are in crisis - provides an indispensable resource in detecting and remedying error-producing defects in the U.S. health care system. During the past two decades, substantial changes have been made in the organization and delivery of health care - and consequently in the job description and work environment of nurses. As patients are increasingly cared for as outpatients, nurses in hospitals and nursing homes deal with greater severity of illness. Problems in management practices, employee deployment, work and workspace design, and the basic safety culture of health care organizations place patients at further risk. This newest edition in the groundbreaking Institute of Medicine Quality Chasm series discusses the key aspects of the work environment for nurses and reviews the potential improvements in working conditions that are likely to have an impact on patient safety.
Keeping Your Child Healthy in a Germ-Filled World: A Guide for Parents (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book)
by Athena P. KourtisThe world is full of germs, and the news is full of stories about infectious diseases and antibiotic-resistant superbugs. What can parents do to protect their children? Keeping Your Child Healthy in a Germ-Filled World gives parents the information they need to shield their kids from infections and keep their family healthy. Infections are harmful, but not all germs are bad. Dr. Athena P. Kourtis, a pediatrician and infectious disease specialist—and mother—teaches parents how to protect their kids without going overboard. She helps parents sort through the latest information about antibiotics, vaccines, hygiene, health foods, and home remedies, and she identifies which rules to follow—and which ones to ignore. She says: • No to overprotecting your children from germs• No to antimicrobial soaps and cleaning products at home• No to over-prescribed antibiotics• Yes to strategic hand washing• Yes to being conscious of germs and the pathways they use• Yes to vaccinesShe offers tips for protecting your children wherever they are—at home or school, on the playground, while traveling—and whatever they are doing—playing sports, camping, visiting the beach—and answers questions that commonly worry parents. How many times should you wash prewashed spinach? (At least twice.) Does getting enough sleep help fight infection? (Yes.) Are pre-sliced foods more likely to spread infection? (They are.)Reading this comprehensive, illustrated guide is the first step to keeping your family healthy. Up-to-date, accurate information and a clear understanding of how germs and our bodies work will help you and your child stay afloat in the microbial sea.