Pediatric EM Morsels

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Most commonly caused by fracture or dislocation of vertebrae. While we may allow permissive hypotension in damage control resuscitation of hemorrhagic shock, in neurogenic shock you should maintain an age-appropriate blood pressure. McGraw Hill Education; 2019:104-109 Dave S, DAHLSTROM JJ. References Coleman-Satterfield, TT.

Shock 304

Shock Pediatrics Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Dislocations 304

Taming the SRU

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Blunt trauma can cause rib fracture or dislocation that may injure the visceral pleura. Unsuspected tension pneumothorax as a hidden cause of unsuccessful resuscitation. Published 2019 Dec 3. doi:10.1155/2019/5271982 Lichtenstein D, Mezière G, Biderman P, Gepner A. Resuscitation. Ann Emerg Med. 1983;12(6):411-412.

Fractures 97

Fractures COPD Hospitals Emergency Department 97

EMDocs

JUNE 3, 2023

5 Initial Evaluation The key to the initial resuscitation of the unstable pelvic trauma patient is to rapidly identify and treat the most life-threatening pathology. Limb-length discrepancy is not often apparent in pelvic fractures and would be more suggestive of a femoral fracture or dislocation. Figure 2: Open book pelvic fracture.

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Fractures Resuscitation Operations EMS 63