A-Z Reference Book of Syndromes and Inherited Disorders - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0412471302 ISBN 13: 9780412471308

Synopsis

This reference book is for the many groups of people who care for children and adults who are handicapped by syndromes and inherited disorders. The 70 conditions described are those most commonly found in the community. Handicap arising from syndromes and inherited disorders occurs worldwide, causing common problems for families and society, not least for those deprived of the potential for autonomy. The author has compiled a practical work of reference which describes the disorder and the problems of the child and adult, pointing the way to day-to-day practical management. Current self-help groups are listed for each condition and the text is well indexed in order to refer to similar conditions. Although the text is written in non-technical language, the description of the conditions contains enough detail for the medical, nursing and midwifery professions. The non-medical worker will have a more continuous role to play in the long-term management of children and adults and, therefore, nursery nurses and social workers will find this useful as a basis for both assessing need and potential in their students and clients.

Edition details

• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0412471302
• ISBN 13: 9780412471308
• Binding: Paperback