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EM@3AM: Pediatric Osteomyelitis

EMDocs

Which of the following, if present, would put this patient at a higher risk of osteomyelitis? Hereditary spherocytosis (B) puts patients at risk for jaundice, splenomegaly, pigment gallstones, and an aplastic crisis from parvovirus, but it is not known or suspected to increase the risk of osteomyelitis. Ther Clin Risk Manag.

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Help! My Consultant Won’t Come In To See A Patient!

The Trauma Pro

Many simple fractures and wounds do not need immediate attention. Is your knowledge of current management of the condition correct? If all else fails, see if you can find a service that will help you by accepting the patient as an admission so they can be managed appropriately the next day. Are they right? Good luck!