Manual of School Health (3rd Edition)
Manual of School Health (3rd Edition) Description:
Completely updated, the Manual of School Health (3rd Edition) offers quick access to the most relevant health and wellness information for children -- from birth through age 21 – in the school setting. You will find valuable guidance on developmental stages, learning domains, acute and chronic illnesses, first aid, medical syndromes, special education, and emergency illness. This edition also addresses the growing array of issues affecting today's children, including mental health disorders, disaster management, substance abuse, and school violence, as well as new threats such as West Nile virus, dermatological conditions, and the reemergence of tuberculosis. Ideal for use in school and community settings, this manual is a must-have resource for anyone who works with children.
Features:
- Growth and Development
- Vision and Hearing
- Acute Conditions
- Chronic Conditions
- Mental Health
- Substance Abuse
- Violence
- Adolescent and Gender-Specific Issues
- Special Education
- Twenty-First Century Health Challenges
- Emergency and Disaster Preparedness
- First Aid
