Pediatric EM Morsels

MARCH 15, 2024

We encounter seizures commonly in the Emergency Department. From the simple febrile seizure to the complex seizure, we know how to stabilize and how to evaluate. Being comfortable evaluating and managing pediatric seizures also requires a lot of humility. Vitamin B6 Deficiency ).

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Seizures Pediatrics Psychiatric Emergency Department 258

EMDocs

DECEMBER 18, 2024

A 36-year-old male presents to the emergency department after being found down at home by his spouse. This series provides evidence-based updates to previous posts so you can stay current with what you need to know. Per the mans wife, the patient is a heavy drinker often consuming two to three pints of vodka daily.

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Seizures Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Emergency Department EMS 99

PEMBlog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

However, the vast majority of pediatric patients with psychiatric complaints do not present with undifferentiated acute psychosis; rather, they are seen for behavioral concerns or suicidal ideation. When should the emergency physician obtain lab tests to medically clear such patients?

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Psychiatric Pediatrics Emergency Department EKG/ECG 52

EMDocs

JUNE 9, 2023

Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 15:51 — 21.8MB) Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | RSS Safe prehospital transport of the agitated child In episode 1 of this series, we discussed differentiating organic vs psychiatric causes of agitation in children. In today’s episode, we’re taking our show on the road.

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EMS Documentation/Coding Pediatrics Psychiatric 89

Taming the SRU

JANUARY 12, 2024

r4 case follow up - r1 clinical knowledge: interstitial lung disease - halo - pediatric simulation - pediatric small groups r4 case follow up WITH dr. yates Psychiatric emergency department visits are on the rise in the United States, with roughly 15-19% of all ED visits associated with mental health diagnoses Roughly twenty percent of patients presenting (..)

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Fluid Resuscitation Pediatrics Sepsis Shock 59

Taming the SRU

APRIL 13, 2023

stent, percutaneous nephrostomy) by urology or IR Hypokalemia evaluate for EKG changes assess for underlying cause and factors that may influence ability to replete (i.e. EtOH, amphetamines, or cocaine) Prescription drugs (i.e.

Hyperthermia / Hypothermia 52

Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Poisoning EKG/ECG Seizures 52

Don't Forget the Bubbles

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Do not obtain screening laboratory tests in the medical clearance process of paediatric patients who require inpatient psychiatric admission unless clinically indicated. 14-year-old Katy presents to the paediatric Emergency Department (ED), alone, complaining of suicidal ideation. hours earlier had these not been undertaken.

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Psychiatric Sexual Assault Emergency Department Pediatrics 119