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Navigating the Quademic: Clinical Differentiation of Influenza, RSV, COVID-19, and Norovirus in Pediatric Emergency Care

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The concurrent circulation of influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), COVID-19, and norovirus during peak viral seasons presents a diagnostic challenge in pediatric emergency settings. nausea, vomiting) occur more frequently in pediatric populations. Electrolyte disturbances secondary to fluid losses.

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ToxCard: Iron

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2 This requirement was ultimately removed in 2003, however iron related exposures and deaths have stayed low. 6 Can see subsequent electrolyte disturbances and dehydration related to severity of GI symptoms. Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. Pediatric Emergency Care, 27 (10), 978-985. 1 Obtain a single view abdominal x-ray.

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SGEM#228: Winds of Change – High Flow Nasal Oxygen for Acute Bronchiolitis?

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She is not clinically dehydrated and has a temp of 38.2C The bottom line was that there seemed to be a knowledge gap when it comes to managing bronchiolitis in the community setting (previous evidence as suggested a knowledge gap also exists in the academic pediatric hospitals).

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Sickle Cell Disease Module

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Infections, fever, acidosis, hypoxia, dehydration and exposure to extreme temperatures can trigger VOC even though often no cause is identified. Home analgesia: Advise families at home to increase fluid intake to avoid dehydration (dehydration will prolong painful episodes). Rotavirus gastroenteritis and dehydration C.