Communicating Visually in Pediatrics

Download or read book Communicating Visually in Pediatrics written by Danielle Fleckenstein and published by . This book was released on 2021-10-30 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This spiral-bound visual communication aid is designed to help pediatricians and others who work in medical settings with children who are nonverbal, including toddlers; children with conditions such as autism, cerebral palsy, language disorders, intellectual disabilities, or oral-motor apraxia; or children who do not speak English. Nearly 400 easy to understand, full color images depict common medical procedures, from bandaging to vaccine administration as well as important patient-provider communication, including describing symptoms or post-visit instructions. Each image is captioned in both English and Spanish for maximum in-office utility, and the pages are fully wipeable for simple disinfecting after each patient. Interactive use of this resource will improve communication, reduce fear and anxiety, and boost patients' understanding and participation in the medical visit. Key Features Four-color interior Captions in both English and Spanish Includes both office-based and inpatient procedures Wipeable pages for easy disinfecting Spiral binding for lay-flat, easy use with patients