Marina Catallozzi – författare

The ONLY handbook on pediatric hospitalist medicine!Focusing specifically on caring for pediatric patients in the hospital setting, this unique handbook addresses more than 350 of the most commonly encountered inpatient pediatric medical conditions. Unlike similar handbooks on the subject, The Philadelphia Guide: Inpatient Pediatrics goes beyond diagnostic strategies to include complete treatment and management guidelines.The emphasis on the treatment of so many inpatient conditions makes the book valuable for practitioners of all levels—from attending physicians to physician assistants, advanced practice nurses, pediatric nurses, and health practitioners from all disciplines involved in the care of pediatric patients in the hospital setting. Designed for immediate access, the handbook features alphabetized clinical sections and consistent chapter subheadings to make the book especially useful at the point of care.

Practical diagnostic strategiesExtensive differential diagnosis suggestionsUp-to-date treatment and management guidelinesContent designed both for easy browsing and pinpointing specific informationAlphabetical organization within chapters for rapid accessStructured format with consistent headings throughoutBulleted content for efficient and effective access to relevant informationTables listing pediatric dosages for emergency, airway, and rapid sequence intubation medications, as well as defibrillation and cardioversion protocolsPractical appendices covering normal vital signs and pediatric blood pressure values