Baby Emergency Handbook***

Description

In an emergency involving an infant or young child, the decisions you make may lead to either an amusing story to tell in twenty years or unspeakable tragedy. The difference between the two is often determined by whether you are well-informed and prepared to act decisively and calmly to ensure the safety of the youngster. From noted child psychologist Lawrence Shapiro, "The Baby Emergency Handbook" offers parents and caregivers lifesaving advice for dealing with some thirty-five common emergencies.Organized in alphabetical order, each of the entries begins with a section on prevention. This is followed by a step-by-step action plan for dealing with the emergency as it happens. At the end of the entry, readers will find a section explaining any follow up that may be necessary. The entries take special care to point out those situations in which the "intuitive" response to a crisis is not the best one. The book also includes a pull-out infant/toddler CPR guide and a special section entitled "Secrets of Getting Fast Help in a Hospital Emergency Room".

Lawrence E. Shapiro, Ph.D., is an internationally known child psychologist and parenting expert in Norwalk, CT. He has written over fifty books for parents, children, and mental health professionals. Richard L. Jablow, MD, is a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. He has practiced emergency medicine in Connecticut for over fifteen years. When he is not in the emergency department, he can often be found chasing the elusive trout. He lives in Connecticut with his wife, son, and daughter. Julia Holmes is a freelance writer and holds a master's degree in creative writing from Columbia University.