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But Can You Just PO?

Taming the SRU

Fluid management in the Emergency Department (ED) is crucial in the adequate resuscitation of the acutely ill and decompensating patient. This article serves to briefly discuss IV fluids administration in the ED and the instances where they are not indicated. IV fluid administration was more associated with phlebitis.

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Post-Tonsillectomy Hemorrhage: ReBaked Morsel

Pediatric EM Morsels

Since tonsillectomy is one of the most common pediatric surgeries in the US (~500,000 per year) and the rate of post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage is about 1-5% , it is a good idea that we all are familiar with how to manage this issue! If bleeding, the only lab that is needed in the Emergency Department is a type and cross.

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The Mycoplasma Comeback: Why This Atypical Pneumonia is Back – A PEMCurrents Podcast

PEMBlog

In this episode we dive into the resurgence of Mycoplasma pneumoniae an atypical bacterial cause of community-acquired pneumonia thats making waves in pediatric emergency medicine. Pediatr Emerg Care. Plus, well discuss whether M. pneumoniae even needs to be treated in the first place! Plus, well discuss whether M.

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Post-Tonsillectomy Hemorrhage: A Three-Pronged Approach

ACEP Now

A young woman, 13 days post-tonsillectomy, comes into your rural emergency department (ED) coughing up blood. Fibrinogen levels should also be obtained, where available, if severe hemorrhage suggests the potential need for administration of fibrinogen concentrate. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 2012;344:e3054.

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First10EM Journal Club: November 2024

Broome Docs

Early intramuscular adrenaline administration is associated with improved survival from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. PECARN prediction rule for cervical spine imaging of children presenting to the emergency department with blunt trauma: a multicentre prospective observational study. J Am Coll Emerg Physicians Open.

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Low Risk Intra-Abdominal Trauma: Rebaked Morsel

Pediatric EM Morsels

One of the most difficult and most satisfying parts of pediatric emergency medicine is using one’s history, exam and clinical tools to make an informed decision and spare children from unnecessary pain , uncomfortable exams, painful procedures and medical imaging. Low Risk Inta-Adbominal Trauma: Pediatric Trauma is Dangerous!

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Agitation Podcast Series Episode 4: Safe prehospital transport of the agitated child

PEMBlog

Marianne Gausche-Hill New England EMSC: New England Regional Behavioral Health Toolkit Disclaimer The Emergency Medical Services for Children Innovation and Improvement Center is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S.