The RAP special volume 28 presents 35 well-written chapters -all peer-reviewed, evidence-based and state-of-the-art. Each and every chapter reviews the depth and breadth of knowledge in some aspect of child nutrition with special reference to the Indian subcontinent. The contents are stimulating, mature and, at places, provocative for encouraging further discussion, research and innovation. Tailor-made to the requirements of forward-looking postgraduates, residents, faculty and practitioners of pediatrics. Reader-friendly with simple, straight-forward and easy-to-grasp descriptions. Most up-to-date, peer-reviewed, evidence-based and state-of-the-art topical issues, concerns and controversies in child nutrition. Profusely illustrated employing a large number of clinical photographs, illustrations, tables, boxes and flowcharts/algorithms to boost the impact of the text.

In this edition, we have made further strides to attain the enhanced excellence not only for the undergraduates but also for the benefit of postgraduates, residents, practitioners and teachers. The goal is to provide a down-to-earth blend of time-honored concepts along with the phenomenal explosion of knowledge in modern pediatrics with special emphasis on the needs in the Indian subcontinent. Each and every chapter stands updated with significant revisions. A new section on "Emergencies and Intensive Care", many fresh illustrations (clinical photographs, diagrams, and algorithms/flowcharts), boxes and tables are added. An enlarged index shall further facilitate easy retrieval of information.

This book is a comprehensive guide to the diagnosis and management of paediatric emergencies. Divided into fourteen sections, the text covers emergency scenarios in all major systems of the body, from the heart and lungs, to the endocrine and neurological systems, and much more. Each section features several cases presented in a step by step approach guiding clinicians through signs and symptoms, investigation, diagnosis and treatment. Each case concludes with questions and answers to enhance learning. Acute illnesses such as bronchiolitis, gastroenteritis, hypertension, seizures, adrenal crisis, and respiratory distress, are covered in detail. Each chapter is supplemented with clinical images and 'key learning points'. Key points Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of paediatric emergencies Covers emergency scenarios in all systems of the body Each chapter concludes with questions and answers Clinical images and 'key learning points' supplement each topic