Field Guide for Air and Ground Transport of Neonatal and Pediatric Patients

The Field Guide for Air and Ground Transport of Neonatal and Pediatric Patients is a concise, practical resource designed for clinicians involved in the transport of critically ill neonates and children. Developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Transport Medicine, it provides expert guidance for safe, effective, and evidence-based transport practices.

Key Features:

• Written by experienced clinicians specializing in neonatal and pediatric transport.
• Uses a concise, outline format for rapid reference during high-pressure situations.
• Covers the pathophysiology of common neonatal and pediatric illnesses relevant to transport.
• Provides practical transport management pearls for real-world application.
• Topics include:  Challenges of the transport environment
• Diagnostic testing and procedural skills
• Radiology insights and interpretation pearls
• Neonatal-specific transport considerations
• Pediatric-specific transport considerations
• Approach to selected signs and symptoms encountered during transport
• Serves as a go-to reference for both air and ground transport scenarios, enhancing clinician preparedness and patient safety.