Designed as a quick read for both students on a pediatrics rotation and others who want to know more about the specialty, Blueprints Pediatric Infectious Diseases covers the essentials of pediatric infectious diseases that every student will need to know. Pocket-sized and practical, this book will cover the most common conditions students are likely to encounter. It focuses on the essential content students need to know during a rotation allowing for a fast, easy read. The text emphasizes pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment. Twenty-five multiple-choice and matching review questions are included to help students test their understanding of the subject. The book also features valuable appendices on career and residency opportunities, commonly prescribed medications, and a list of suggested additional reading for those who would like to learn more.

Designed as a quick read for students on a pediatrics rotation and others who want to know more about the specialty, Blueprints Infectious Diseases covers the essentials that every student needs to know in a pocket-sized, practical reference. The book focuses on the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of the most common conditions students are likely to encounter and the essential content students need to know during a rotation. Twenty-five multiple-choice and matching review questions are included, plus appendices on career and residency opportunities, commonly prescribed medications, and a list of evidence-based resources.

Diagnostic and Treatment Algorithms in every chapter Box of Signs/Symptoms and Differential Diagnosis Boxed element for “when to refer” Medical Treatment includes drugs and dosages in tabular format Icons to lead the reader to the content they need quickly Clinical COLOR photos and clear, didactic diagrams on every page

Blueprints Pediatrics provides students with a concise, "need-to-know" review for the pediatrics rotation and the Boards. Each chapter is brief, written in narrative format, and includes pedagogical features such as bolded key words, tables, figures, and key points. This edition includes 2 new sections -- For the Boards, which presents 10 USMLE-style questions (answers & rationales at the end of the book) and For the Wards, a section of 2 case studies per chapters -- 40 to 50 cases, total. This edition includes 26 full-color dermatology and infectious disease photographs and multicolored flow diagrams of congenital heart defects. A website on thePoint includes the e-Book and 50-100 bonus questions in a question bank.

Detailed answer explanations, 200 brand new questions, and a handy pocket size make the 2nd edition of Blueprints Q&A Step 3 Pediatrics critical to your success on the USMLE. Thoroughly reviewed by students who recently passed the boards, these questions are divided into different practice settings: community-based health center, office, in-patient facility, and emergency department.

Designed as a quick read for both students on an ophthalmology rotation and others who want to know more about the specialty, Blueprints Ophthalmology covers the essentials of ophthalmology that every practitioner will need to know. Pocket-sized and practical, this book covers the most common conditions students are likely to encounter. It focuses on the essential content students need to know during a rotation allowing for a fast, easy read. The text emphasizes pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment. Blueprints Ophthalmology explains the fundamental anatomy and concepts of ophthalmology with separate chapters covering disorders by causes or conditions. It provides the reader with a broad understanding of the structure and function of the eye as well as how to evaluate a patient's condition. An eight-page insert contains full-color photographs that enhance the reader's knowledge. Twenty-five multiple-choice and matching review questions are included to help students test their understanding of the subject. The book also features valuable appendices on career and residency opportunities, a handy reference list of commonly prescribed medications, and a glossary. Blueprints Ophthalmology is perfect for medical students. Physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and related health professionals will also find this book valuable.

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from 3rd Party sellers are not guaranteed by the Publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Clear, concise, and complete with more than 100 board-style review questions, Blueprints Pediatrics delivers a succinct, “need-to-know” review perfect for a pediatrics rotation and exams. This thoroughly revised, updated, full-color edition makes clerkship and exam preparation more approachable than ever. Engaging narratives guide students through each chapter accompanied by robust learning features, clinical vignettes, and UMSLE-style review questions with complete answers and rationales to reinforce key points.