Pediatric EM Morsels

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Both have a range of detection limits, which can be greatly dependent on operator. Pulmonary edema, hypotension and severe neurologic complications including seizures and comas. falciparum parasitemia , and no other defined cause of AMS (WHO 2023). vivax and P. vivax, and is likely effective for all P. malariae , and P.

Seizures 278

Seizures Pediatrics CDC Infectious Diseases 278

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JULY 5, 2023

Be careful if the patient has received a recent blood transfusion since it may be misinterpreted as sickle cell trait instead of sickle cell disease. In these cases, repeat the Hb electrophoresis three months after the last blood transfusion. Do not use pethidine since it can cause seizures and CNS hyperexcitability.

Blood Transfusions 126

Blood Transfusions Stroke Dehydration Sepsis 126

EMDocs

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Characterized by hypovolemia, vasodilation, reduced cardiac output, hyperventilation, elevated temperature, seizure, coma, and cardiovascular collapse. Consider intubation for patients with airway compromise, respiratory failure, altered mental status, or seizure. Blood transfusion for clinically significant blood loss.

Poisoning 76

Poisoning Fluid Resuscitation Seizures Resuscitation 76

Taming the SRU

MAY 30, 2023

hours earlier and went to OR 3.5

OB/GYN 52

OB/GYN Ultrasounds Pediatrics Resuscitation 52