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Medical Evaluation of Child Sexual Abuse

A Practical Guide
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This newly updated edition of the top-selling reference manual for the medical evaluation of suspected child sexual abuse, has been expanded to reflect the increasing importance of properly performed, well-documented examinations. An invaluable illustrated guidebook for physicians, nurses, and other professionals involved with investigation of child abuse cases, this book features: * an overview of the evaluation process * detailed descriptions of how to perform the physical examination * guidelines for diagnosis New to this edition: * updated photographs and additional illustrations * new chapters on legal issues, adolescents, nursing issues, and collecting forensic evidence * expanded and updated coverage of sexually transmitted diseases, diagnostic problems, and documenting examinations The practical approach and easy-to-read format make this volume convenient for the busy professional. The manual features easy-to-read section headings and end-of-chapter summary points.
The Problem - Angelo P Giardino The Evaluation - Martin A Finkel Physical Examination - Martin A Finkel Documentation of Physical Evidence in Child Sexual Abuse - Lawrence R Ricci Outline of STDs in Child and Adolescent Sexual Abuse - Deborah C Stewart Forensic Evidence Collection - Cindy W Christian and Angelo P Giardino Unique Needs of Adolescent Patients - Deborah E Lowen The Anogenital Exam - Lori D Frasier Diagnostic Dilemmas, Minics of Abuse Nursing Issues Related to Child Sexual Abuse Evaluations - Eileen R Giardino and Jamie Ferrell Psychological Issues - Julie Lippmann Interdiscipinary Approaches to Child Maltreatment - Angelo p Giardino and Stephen Ludwig Assessing Community Resources Legal Issues in the Medical Evaluation of Child Sexual Abuse - John Meyers Documentation, Reports Formulation, and Conclusions - Martin A Finkel
"It is an excellent resource for the non-expert general practitioner, resident physician, or student in search of basic information. It is also a valuable asset to those regularly working in this field who require a quick reference. . .provides a detailed roadmap for the appropriate medical evaluation of sexually abused children and adolescents." -- Kevin Coulter, M.D.
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