The Philadelphia Guide: Inpatient Pediatrics, 3rd Edition

The Philadelphia Guide: Inpatient Pediatrics is a practical, evidence-based handbook designed for healthcare providers managing pediatric patients in the hospital setting. It delivers up-to-date guidelines, diagnostic strategies, and comprehensive treatment and management recommendations, bridging the gap between theory and bedside care in pediatric hospital medicine.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Coverage: Addresses over 350 commonly encountered inpatient pediatric conditions, from routine illnesses to complex medical scenarios.
• Treatment-Focused: Goes beyond diagnosis to provide detailed management and treatment strategies for each condition.
• Accessible Organization: Alphabetized clinical sections with consistent subheadings allow rapid retrieval of information.
• Emergency Resources: Includes tables of pediatric dosages for emergency medications, airway and rapid sequence intubation, defibrillation, and cardioversion protocols.
• Evidence-Based References: Combines classic and current references to support best-practice decision-making.
• Invaluable Appendices: Features normal vital signs, neonatal codes, and PALS algorithms for quick reference in critical situations.
• Audience: Ideal for medical students, residents, pediatric hospitalists, and attending physicians, providing concise, precise guidance for all levels of clinical expertise.