EMDocs

DECEMBER 6, 2024

6 Can see subsequent electrolyte disturbances and dehydration related to severity of GI symptoms. Ferrous sulfate tablets are radiopaque and can be visualized on radiographs, however not all preparations are radiopaque (pediatric chewable and liquid preparations). Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. 1 Obtain a single view abdominal x-ray.

Poisoning 94

Poisoning Fluid Resuscitation Seizures Resuscitation 94

Pediatric EM Morsels

JUNE 16, 2023

Sometimes this can be used to our advantage, like when we need to give subcutaneous fluids to a dehydrated patient without an IV, or when we need to give SQ medications for things like Sulfonylurea overdose , Hereditary Angioedema , or DVTs. The subcutaneous space is a vast region of potential space where things can collect.

Soft Tissue Injuries 154

Soft Tissue Injuries Dehydration Fractures Operations 154

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JANUARY 17, 2024

The liquids were chosen to “approximate a pediatric digestive environment.” Other symptoms, such as constipation, abdominal pain and dehydration, were also be seen. They passed away a few days after a second operation. BMC Pediatrics , 20 , pp.1-5. J Pediatr Surg Case Rep. Arch Pediatr.

Pediatrics 111

Pediatrics Poisoning Ultrasounds Dehydration 111

EB Medicine

JULY 8, 2019

Nachi: Unfortunately this procedure is associated with a relatively high re-operation rate – one study found 20% of patients required removal or revision. Jeff: Even more shockingly, some series showed a 52% repeat operation rate. These patients often require emergent operative intervention. At 6 to 8 mL/kg.

Emergency Department 40

Emergency Department Sepsis Operations Dehydration 40

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JANUARY 27, 2025

2017) Pediatric Ovarian Torsion, Surg Clin North Am, 97(1):209-221. Scheier E (2022) Diagnosis and Management of Pediatric Ovarian Torsion in the Emergency Department: Current Insights 14: 283291, PMC9236466. Sims MJ, Price AB, Hirsig LE, Collins HR, Hill JG, Titus MO (2022) Pediatric Ovarian Torsion: Should you go with the flow?

Ultrasounds 76

Ultrasounds Emergency Department Pediatrics Dehydration 76

EB Medicine

AUGUST 1, 2018

Jeff: For more on synthetic intoxications in the ED, be sure to take a look at the recent May 2018 issue of Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice on Synthetic Drug Intoxication in Children if you haven’t already read it. Jeff: The hyperemetic phase lasts 24-48 hours and can lead to dehydration, electrolyte abnormalities, and weight loss.

Seizures 40

Seizures Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Administration Dehydration 40

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JANUARY 1, 2024

This retrospective cohort study in JAMA Pediatrics looked at the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the socioemotional development of infants and toddlers. A randomized clinical trial, the Pediatric Adenotonsillectomy Trial for Snoring ( PATS ), evaluated adenotonsillectomies in children with snoring or mild obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA).

Pediatrics 98

Pediatrics Ultrasounds Blood Transfusions Sepsis 98