Pediatric Substance Exposure (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780443265761)

Pediatric Substance Exposure is a comprehensive resource designed to assist medical practitioners with long-term management of children and support of families affected by addictive substances during pregnancy. The book begins with coverage of epidemiology, global policy and practice, followed by a detailed review of various legal and illegal substances and the impact on the child. Subsequent chapters review fetal management, infant and child management, and social aspects and the family's needs as the child grows. The book concludes with discussion of future research and policy needs. Clinicians as well as scientistic researchers will find value in this comprehensive guide on the management of pediatric patients at all stages of development exposed to substance use in utero. This book will aid in evidence-based decision making for optimal treatment of these children and support of the families affected by drug use during pregnancy.

Author: Ju Lee Oei
ISBN-10: 0443265763
ISBN-13: 9780443265761
Publisher: Academic Press
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2025
Pages: 250
Format: Paperback