Pediatric EM Morsels

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

With concern for malaria, it is very important to identify who is non-immune and semi-immune as this can affect both the timeframe for illness after departure from the endemic country as well as severity of illness. Travel Medicine and Infectious Disease 44 (2021) 102196. Third times the charm!

Seizures 278

Seizures Pediatrics CDC Infectious Diseases 278

EMDocs

MARCH 11, 2024

16 In resource-constrained settings, rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) on stool samples offer a viable option. Published online October 20, 2021. 33 In areas without potable tap water or reliable sources of safe water, bottled water should be used for drinking, as well as brushing teeth and washing/preparing food.

Dehydration 90

Dehydration CDC Rapid Diagnostic Testing Fluid Resuscitation 90

EMDocs

JANUARY 6, 2025

Surgical wound debridement and dressing are performed and the malaria rapid diagnostic test (MRDT) is noted to be positive. She receives IV calcium gluconate and bicarbonate as well as oral potassium binders for hyperkalemia. 2021-0784 Long B, MacDonald A, Liang SY, et al. Published online July 1, 2021.

Infectious Diseases 57

Infectious Diseases CDC PPE Rapid Diagnostic Testing 57