Abusive Head Trauma Quick Reference: For Health Care, Social Service, and Law Enforcement Professionals

Sized to fit in a pocket or briefcase, Abusive Head Trauma Quick-Reference allows users to conveniently carry vital information into an examination setting. It contains all of the pertinent information on recognizing injuries, identifying children at risk, and implementing preventive measures, arranged in an easy-to-retrieve format for the professional who needs an immediate reference. In addition to assisting in a medical or social service setting, it also details the application of medical and scientific data to legal investigation and prosecution procedures. Abusive Head Trauma Quick-Reference is an ideal resource for any professional active in the fields of medicine, social services, education, law enforcement, or legal prosecution. Topics covered include the following:
The biomechanics of head trauma
Comprehensive information for diagnosing abusive head trauma in children
Signs and symptoms of associated injuries
Evaluation procedures of a child abuse case involving head injury
Detailed procedures for the management of cases by social service and law enforcement professionals
Guidelines for prosecutors and expert witnesses involved in the court process