Gary Frank

Samir S. Shah

Marina Catallozzi

Jeanine C. Ronan

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 strategies Extensive differential diagnosis suggestions Up-to-date treatment and management guidelines Content designed both for easy browsing and pinpointing specific information Alphabetical organization within chapters for rapid access Structured format with consistent headings throughout Bulleted content for efficient and effective access to relevant information Tables listing pediatric dosages for emergency, airway, and rapid sequence intubation medications, as well as defibrillation and cardioversion protocols Practical appendices covering normal vital signs and pediatric blood pressure values

The Philadelphia Guide: Inpatient Pediatrics, 3rd Edition

Jeffrey Bergelson

Theoklis Zaoutis

This new volume in the Requisites in Pediatrics series offers expert advice in the assessment and treatment of infectious diseases in children. An emphasis on common conditions enables you to address the cases you’re most likely to encounter, and discussions of unusual infections helps you determine when to seek additional information or consultation. It delivers all this information designed in a way that compliments your practice and in the proven “high-yield Requisites format—equipping you to master the material quickly. Perfect for quick review, everyday practice, and exam preparation, this is one resource you’ll consult time and time again! Examines infections in terms of their effects on specific body sites or organs to mirror how diagnoses are often made in real practice. Highlights infections in specific patient populations including newborns, transplant patients, travelers, and children with HIV to equip you to address special scenarios. Discusses immunization and basic infection control in doctors’ offices and child-care facilities to reduce the risk of the spread of infections. Presents chapters on fevers of unknown origin and febrile syndromes characterized by rashes to prepare you for difficult-to-diagnose cases. Summarizes basic information and vocabulary concerning microorganisms and antimicrobials essential for the interpretation of laboratory reports. Follows a logical, consistent chapter format to facilitate quick and easy reference. Offers practice-proven guidance on differential diagnoses, lab values / radiologic studies, treatment / therapy recommendations, and advice on when to refer to a specialist. Features a wealth of illustrations and tables that make details clearer, and illuminate important information. Includes highlighted boxes that emphasize relevant case studies • key points of each section • current controversies • and other important topics that can affect your practice.

Requisites

Pediatric Infectious Diseases E-Book

Robert M. Kliegman

Joseph St. Geme

Robert C. Tasker

Nathan Blum

La 21.a edición de Nelson. Tratado de pediatría continúa con su tradición de constituirse en una fuente de información esencial para los pediatras generalistas y los subespecialistas pediátricos a la hora de diagnosticar y tratar a los niños y adolescentes de todo el mundo. Esta nueva edición se ha revisado, actualizado y elaborado minuciosamente para incluir los grandes avances en la asistencia clínica derivados de las investigaciones básicas, clínicas y basadas en poblaciones. Así, se abarcan tanto los nuevos avances científicos como las prácticas pediátricas más consolidadas a nivel internacional. Esta edición se ha reorganizado respecto a la anterior incorporando muchas enfermedades, más de 70 capítulos nuevos y ampliando considerablemente otros. Igualmente se han añadido numerosas tablas, fotografías, pruebas de imagen e ilustraciones nuevas, así como referencias bibliográficas actualizadas. Se han incorporado cuatro nuevos editores asociados que aportan una gran experiencia clínica. De la misma manera, esta nueva edición cuenta con la colaboración de numerosos especialistas en las áreas más relevantes. El objetivo de los editores es ofrecer la información esencial que necesitan los médicos de familia, los pediatras hospitalarios, los estudiantes de Medicina y todos los demás profesionales que intervienen en la salud pediátrica para ayudarles a entender y a abordar con eficacia los problemas sanitarios que afectan a la población pediátrica.

Nelson. Tratado de pediatría

Samir S. Shah

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