Abusive Head Trauma Quick Reference
for Healthcare Professionals, Social Services and Law Enforcement Professionals

A guide for investigators and clinicians to recognize, diagnose, and treat head injuries that result from child abuse. It features clinical photographs that provide case examples for forensic exams. It is suitable for medical examiners, pediatricians, forensic nurses, ER staff, and investigators.

"The Abusive Head Trauma Quick References" is perfect field guide for investigators and clinicians. Portable and pocket-sized, this text is a valuable resource for recognizing, diagnosing, and treating head injuries that result from child abuse. The full-color clinical photography provides unmatched case examples for forensic exams, and the condensed format delivers vital information with easy browsing. This quick reference is a vital tool and a must-have for medical examiners, pediatricians, forensic nurses, ER staff, and investigators.

1. Recognizing Intentional and Unintentional Head Injuries
2. Biomechanics
3. Neuroradiology
4. Neurosurgery
5. Ophthalmology
6. Associated Injuries
7. Medical Disorders That Mimic Abusive Head Trauma
8. Nursing Care
9. Social Services
10. Autopsy Findings
11. Forensic Investigations
12. Prosecution and Courtroom Issues
13. Neurodevelopmental Outcomes of Abusive Head Trauma
14. Prevention and Education.