Medical Problems in the Classroom The Teacher's Role in Diagnosis and Management

Name: Medical Problems in the Classroom The Teacher's Role in Diagnosis and Management
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ISBN: 9780890799239

ISBN-10: 0890799237

ISBN-13: 9780890799239

Edition: 4th 2003

Authors: Robert H. Haslam, Peter J. Valletutti

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This outstanding resource for teachers and school professionals is now in its fourth edition. It includes new chapters on reading disorders, emotional and behavioral problems, and safe schools. Five of its chapters have been completely rewritten. Updated topics include attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder; cerebral palsy; autism; mental retardation; chronic illnesses; drug abuse; and dyslexia. You'll also find information on the prevention of physical and mental disabilities, a discussion of genetic mechanisms, disorders of sexual maturation, and nutritional deficiencies. This significantly expanded edition includes contemporary and practical issues and health topics prevalent in…

Book details

List price: $61.10
Edition: 4th
Copyright year: 2003
Publisher: PRO-ED, Incorporated
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 736
Size: 6.00" wide x 8.75" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 2.244
Language: English



Preface


Acknowledgments


Contributors



The Crucial Role of the Teacher




Prevention of Chronic Disabilities and Diseases




What Every Teacher Should Know About Infectious Diseases




Growth, Development, and Endocrine Disorders




The Student with Diabetes Mellitus




Chronic Illness in Children




The Role of Genetic Mechanisms in Childhood Disabilities




Common Visual Problems in the Classroom




Hearing Disorders in the Classroom




Communication Disorders Associated with Medical Problems




Childhood Dental Disorders




Orthopedic Problems and Sports Injuries in Children




Common Neurological Disorders in Children




Cerebral Palsy and Associated Dysfunction




Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder




Mental Retardation




Emotional and Behavioral Disorders in the Classroom




Autistic Spectrum Disorders: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, and Asperger Syndrome




Adolescent Eating Disorders




Teacher Awareness of Drug and Substance Abuse




Sexual Development, Function, and Consequences




Sexually Transmitted Diseases




Child Maltreatment




The Science of Reading and Dyslexia




School-Based Violence Prevention



Glossary


Subject Index


About the Editors