Pediatric EM Morsels

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

falciparum accounts for >70% of cases of imported malaria , primarily seen in those returning from travel in Sub-Saharan Africa (Mischlinger 2020) Other species include P. Worldwide, children <5 years old account for 76% of deaths related to malaria, but these are predominantly in Sub-Saharan Africa (WHO 2022) P. vivax , P.

Seizures 278

Seizures Pediatrics CDC Infectious Diseases 278

EMDocs

MAY 15, 2024

Based on light absorption from blood flow at the sensor site (using HbA, not HbS) Underestimates alveolar hypoxemia. American Society of Hematology 2020 guidelines for sickle cell disease: transfusion support. Published 2020 Feb 12. Infectious: bacterial or viral pneumonia ( M. pneumoniae, C. 2020;4(2):327-355.

Blood Transfusions 78

Blood Transfusions Fluid Resuscitation Dehydration Ultrasounds 78

EMDocs

MAY 28, 2024

Based on light absorption from blood flow at the sensor site (using HbA, not HbS). Blood transfusion Reduces the overall proportion of HbS. American Society of Hematology 2020 guidelines for sickle cell disease: transfusion support. Published 2020 Feb 12. Infectious: bacterial or viral pneumonia ( M.

Blood Transfusions 75

Blood Transfusions Fluid Resuscitation Dehydration Ultrasounds 75

EMDocs

JULY 3, 2023

4 Common symptoms of SAH on presentation include vomiting, neck stiffness, altered mental status or decreased level of consciousness, hemiparesis, and seizure-like activity. 18 Seizure Seizure is common in the setting of acute SAH, especially spontaneous SAH, due to cerebral and meningeal irritation.

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Seizures Stroke Outcomes EMS 86