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Food Protein Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES)

Pediatric EM Morsels

Today we are talking about a rare disease called FPIES (food protein induced enterocolitis syndrome) and how you might encounter these patients in the Pediatric Emergency Department. Patients with FPIES can have marked dehydration due to vomiting and diarrhea, even to the point of hypotension! 2017 Jun 27;10:197-207.

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Amiodarone Versus Digoxin for Acute Rate Control of Atrial Fibrillation in the Emergency Department

RebelEM

Background Information: Atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular rate (RVR) is one of the many tachydysrhythmias we encounter in the Emergency Department (ED). Amiodarone versus digoxin for acute rate control of atrial fibrillation in the emergency department. Am J Emerg Med. Am J Emerg Med. 2022 Sep 7.

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Episode 36 - Diagnosis and Management of Acute Gastroenteritis in the Emergency Department

EB Medicine

No 1996 AAP guidelines, 2016 ACG guidelines, and 2017 IDSA guidelines all note diarrhea illness but may be vomiting predominant. Laboratory Testing and Imaging: Dehydration is the biggest contributor to mortality, especially in the very young and elderly. Lab evaluation for dehydration is recommended in these populations.

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The Perception of Risk

Don't Forget the Bubbles

They may present to the emergency department with a cough, cold or fever. Some may need admission to the paediatric short-stay unit, a unit in the emergency department where patients can stay for up to 24 hours. Explain these signs, and perhaps show the parents so can present to the emergency department if needed.

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EM@3AM: Leukopenia

EMDocs

A 45-year-old outdoor enthusiast presents to the emergency department with fever, headache, myalgias, and malaise. Management is directed based on underlying etiology, but consider fluid resuscitation, antipyretics, and antibiotics as indicated. No rash is identified. F1000Research 2024, 13:241 ( [link] ) Jafari, A., Najivash, P.,

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Are we on the right TRACT? 

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Let’s take the humble blood transfusion – used in emergency departments across the globe and playing a key role in critical care. 3,950 children were recruited between September 2014 to May 2017. Transfusion Decisions in Severe Anaemia Reducing child mortality remains high on the global health agenda. Do you believe the results?

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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.