American Academy of Pediatrics Pediatric Allergies: A Clinical Support Chart

This convenient reference provides clinicians with point-of-care guidance on the assessment and treatment of pediatric allergies in children of all ages, from infants to young adults. This quick reference tool is perfect to have on hand during evaluation, diagnosis, determination of treatment course, and communication with patients and parents about trigger management at home, as well as covers management strategies, customized treatment plans, referrals, and follow-ups. The chart covers allergens, allergy signs and symptoms (including food allergies), triggers, diagnostic considerations, anaphylaxis recognition and management, allergy testing and treatment protocols (including desensitization and immunotherapy), reactions to medications, differential diagnosis of dermatitis, atopy, and more. CONTENTS INCLUDE Allergic Conjunctivitis Allergic Rhinitis Respiratory Exposures Remediation Strategies for Common Respiratory Allergens Mold Exposures Mold-Related Illness and Health Effects Hymenoptera Venom Allergy Classic Reactions to Antibiotics Immediate Reactions to Antibiotics Nonimmediate Reactions to Antibiotics Nickel Allergy Latex Allergy Diagnosis of Atopic Dermatitis Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis Avoiding Eczema Triggers Food Allergies Cow’s Milk Allergy Peanut Allergy Anaphylaxis Recognition Anaphylaxis Treatment AAP Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan Allergy Testing Immunotherapy