Administration Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Pediatrics 
Pediatric EM Morsels
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
To celebrate the end of trauma season ( is it ever really over? ), we here at the Ped EM Morsels Bakery have cooked up a morsel to remind you that pediatric trauma can be even more difficult than you think. Unfortunately, there are numerous other pitfalls that can be encountered during the management of pediatric trauma patients.
EMDocs
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
1,2 Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) (hyperthermia, autonomic instability, rigidity, altered mental status [AMS]) can occur as well and is most often seen with clozapine but has been observed with other atypicals. Rigidity and hyperthermia should raise concerns for NMS. 1 Seizures may occur due to lowered seizure threshold.
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ACEP Now
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Pediatric submersion injuries are one of the leading causes of preventable morbidity and mortality in the pediatric population. Optimally, bystander CPR, including the administration of rescue breaths, should be initiated prior to arrival of emergency medical services. 4 Another study cited only 2.3
EMDocs
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Naloxone administration may reverse respiratory arrest, preventing progression to cardiac arrest. Standard advanced life support with the addition of administration of sodium bicarbonate is appropriate for the treatment of life-threatening dysrhythmias caused by cocaine or other sodium channel blockers. COR 2a, LOE B-NR.
Don't Forget the Bubbles
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
Excessive IV fluid administration should be avoided due to the risk of acidosis, coagulopathy and electrolyte disturbance – all of which evidence shows significantly increased mortality. In the bleeding trauma patient, fluid resuscitation aims to avoid the diamond of death (acidosis, coagulopathy, hypothermia and hypocalcaemia).
Don't Forget the Bubbles
MAY 17, 2023
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EMDocs
JUNE 25, 2024
Typically for adults with a TBSA of at least 20% or 10% in pediatric patients. For large burns, consider albumin to lower total volume administration and improve urine output. Severely burned patients have impaired thermoregulation and are at risk of hypothermia. IOs and central lines are also options. Avoid normal saline.
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