Larger	Managing Infectious Diseases in Child Care and Schools (American Academy of Pediatrics) Author: American Academy of Pediatrics
	Book Information Publisher: American Academy of Pediatrics Book Type: Spiral-bound Members Wishing: 1 Rating: ? ISBN-13: 9781581102666 - ISBN-10: 1581102666 Publication Date: 10/1/2008 Pages: 175

From the publisher of Red Book: Report of the Committee on Infectious Diseases, this new second edition of the award winning bestselling guide helps out-of-home caregivers prevent, identify, and respond to the most common childhood infectious diseases. Written in concise, nontechnical language and spiral-bound for easy use, the guide provides a valuable new tool to help caregivers handle child illness and communicate with health care professionals. The medical information is presented in an easy-to-understand style and tone. This publication is meant to be a "bridge" publication that will allow pediatricians and child care workers to "speak the same language" and enrich the field of child care beyond the tools currently available. Puts critical child health information at your fingertips for fast, on-the-spot reference. * Infection control measures * Health promotion and hygiene * Sanitation, disinfection, and maintenance * Hand washing * Diaper changing * Signs and symptoms of the ill child * Inclusion and exclusion criteria * Caregiver health * Situations requiring immediate medical attention * And more