Pediatric Emergency Playbook

JANUARY 1, 2017

Facial grimacing is a weak indicator of pain in neonates ( Liebelt 2000 ). Use soothing sensory measures: speak softly, offer a pacifier, and stroke the skin softly. Pediatric burns should be assessed carefully and treated aggressively. Minor burns can be treated topically and with oral medications. Pediatrics.

Pediatrics 40

Pediatrics Soft Tissue Injuries Burns Emergency Department 40

Pediatric Emergency Playbook

NOVEMBER 1, 2015

That is not usually a problem, but for those with preexisting or inducible hyperkalemia, it can precipitate an arrest, as in renal failure, underlying neurologic or myopathic conditions like multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, ALS, or those who had a stroke or a burn more than 72 hours prior. in Anethesia and Analgesia in 2000.

Shock 40

Shock Sepsis Airway Management Pediatrics 40

Taming the SRU

AUGUST 30, 2023

However, PCT can be elevated in severe trauma, such as burns or surgery [5,25]. 2000 Aug;30(1):17-24. Notably, PCT is not elevated in noninfectious inflammatory conditions including most rheumatological diseases, gout, SLE, and IBD. Kinetics & Reference Range: Normal serum levels of PCT are < 0.05 Semin Arthritis Rheum.

Infectious Diseases 88

Infectious Diseases Sepsis Emergency Department Point-of-Care Testing 88

EMDocs

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

21 Case: A 40-year-old male presents to the ED with a burning epigastric pain that has been worsening over the past week. Pain can be gnawing, aching, burning, and located in the upper abdomen. Prevalence and treatment of pain in EDs in the United States, 2000 to 2010. Pain can be improved or exacerbated with meals.

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Emergency Department Fractures Burns EMS 99