Pediatric EM Morsels

JULY 28, 2023

The exact mechanism is not known… It was previously believed that it was due to rapid changes in serum osmolality during initial fluid resuscitation. 2004 Jul;27(7):1541-6. Factors associated with adverse outcomes in children with diabetic ketoacidosis-related cerebral edema. Lesson = treat early! Diabetes Care.

Fluid Resuscitation 246

Fluid Resuscitation Pediatrics Resuscitation Research 246

RebelEM

MAY 29, 2023

Judicious fluid resuscitation is indicated in patients with signs of hypo perfusion but is often inadequate necessitating the administration of vasoactive medications. At the most severe end, this includes endothelial dysfunction leading to increased vascular permeability, abnormal nitric oxide metabolism, and vasodilation (i.e.

Shock 145

Shock Fluid Resuscitation Sepsis Resuscitation 145

EMDocs

JUNE 27, 2024

2004 Jul;15(4):248-250. Intravenous fluid therapy and hospital outcomes for vaso-occlusive episodes in children, adolescents, and young adults with sickle cell disease. Factors associated with adverse outcome among children with sickle cell disease admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit: an observational cohort.

Pediatrics 97

Pediatrics Dehydration EMS Hospitals 97

EMDocs

JANUARY 20, 2025

One of the hallmarks of sepsis care, based on the Rivers 2001 17 trial and still recommended by the latest SCCM guidelines is early detection of sepsis and initiation of early resuscitation. link] During the 2017 IV fluid shortage, Patino et al. Inwald et al. Choudhari et al.

Dehydration 75

Dehydration Fluid Resuscitation Sepsis Resuscitation 75