- Child abuse:
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- Alcohol-related disorder (Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition))
- Substance abuse and induced disorders (Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition))
- Be careful characterizing conditionsas child abuse. There are a number of great masqueraders, including neuroblastoma (Avoiding Common Pediatric Errors)
- Provide anticipatory guidance at well-child visits (Avoiding Common Pediatric Errors)
- Sexual abuse is an important diagnosis to confirm for both the child and family so that appropriate treatment can begin. Remember though that some physical findings that may be suggestive of abuse, may not be definitive (Avoiding Common Pediatric Errors)
- Child Abuse, Physical (The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult)
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