Designed to accompanyNelson Textbook of Pediatricsand Nelson Essentials of Pediatrics ,Pediatric Decision-Making Strategies, 2nd Edition is a concise, user-friendly reference uses a unique algorithmic approach to facilitate diagnosis, testing, basic treatment of common pediatric disorders. For any given symptom, an algorithm guides the reader through the appropriate investigative procedures and lab tests to reach definitive diagnoses. An updated format that enhances usability makes this medical reference book a must-have for medical students, residents, and practitioners treating pediatric patients.

"...it demonstrates a way of thinking about medicine that is useful in paediatrics and in all other specialties." --Reviewed by Seminars in Fetal and Neonatal Medicine , Apr 2015