Considered the resource of choice for pediatric residencies, clerkships,and exams, Nelson Essentials of Pediatrics provides comprehensive, yetconcise and accessible guidance on normal childhood growth and development,as well as the diagnosis, management, and prevention of common pediatricdiseases and disorders. Edited by Drs. Karen Marcdante, Robert M. Kliegman,Hal B. Jenson, and Richard E. Behrman, this edition's content wasspecifically developed in accordance with the 2009 curriculum guidelines ofthe Council on Medical Student Education in Pediatrics. It also includesmany new and improved clinical photographs and images for enhanced visualreference. A user-friendly full-color format and online access via StudentConsult facilitate study and expedite reference. Paperback, 864 pages,published MAR-2010