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EM@3AM: Pediatric Osteomyelitis

EMDocs

Well keep it short, while you keep that EM brain sharp. Which of the following, if present, would put this patient at a higher risk of osteomyelitis? Infectious disease expertise is useful as the optimum duration of treatment is not well established. C) is seen in 76.3% CRP >1.0 sensitivity of 91.5%, CRP >2.0

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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? Explain to the consultant that you truly believe that harm will occur, and you will have to document that fact in the medical record as well as their failure to respond. Are they right?