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PEM POCUS Series: Pediatric Lung Ultrasound

ALiEM

Read this tutorial on the use of point of care ultrasonography (POCUS) for pediatric lung ultrasound. Take the ALiEMU PEM POCUS: Pediatric Lung Ultrasound Quiz Module Goals List indications for performing a pediatric lung point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). He was admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit. Pediatrics.

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Tools you should use: Pediatric NIH Stroke Scale

PEMBlog

Pediatric strokes are rare and challenging to diagnose. There is a validated Pediatric Stroke Scale from the NIH that can be used in conjunction with a stroke protocol that involves Neurology, Radiology, and a local/regional Stroke Team. Early consultation with a pediatric hematologist and neurologist is mandatory.

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PEM POCUS Series: Pediatric Renal and Bladder Ultrasound

ALiEM

Read this tutorial on the use of point of care ultrasonography (POCUS) for pediatric renal and bladder ultrasonography. Renal cysts can be confused for hydronephrosis, and both warrant further imaging by Radiology. Then test your skills on the ALiEMU course page to receive your PEM POCUS badge worth 2 hours of ALiEMU course credit.

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Pseudosubluxation: Rebaked Morsel

Pediatric EM Morsels

Let’s recall one important morsel that deserves a Rebake – Pseudosubluxation of the pediatric cervical spine : Pseudosubluxation: Basics Refers to the normal mobility of the cervical vertebrae, IN FLEXION , which may look to be pathologic but is not. Pediatric spinal injuries- current concepts. References : Swischuk LE.

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SGEM #429: It’s CT Angio, Hi. I’m the Problem. It’s Me. For Pediatric Oropharyngeal Trauma

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

Systematic Review of CT Angiography in Guiding Management in Pediatric Oropharyngeal Trauma. March 2023 Date: January 30, 2024 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Alexandra (Ali) Espinel is an Associate professor of pediatrics and otolaryngology at Children’s National Hospital and George Washington University. Laryngoscope. Reference: Curry SD, et al.

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Choosing Wisely – Radiographs in children with suspected constipation

Don't Forget the Bubbles

The interpretation of radiological findings is subjective. Pediatric Abdominal X-rays in the Acute Care Setting – Are We Overdiagnosing Constipation? Are We Using Abdominal Radiographs Appropriately in the Management of Pediatric Constipation? Pediatric abdominal radiograph use, constipation, and significant misdiagnoses.

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First10EM Journal Club: November 2024

Broome Docs

However, it might be new to your radiology group, so if they are still using oral contrast (with all of its many problems) it might be worth starting a conversation. Antibiotic prophylaxis in pediatric dog bite injuries: Infection rates and prescribing practices. J Emerg Med. 2020 Jan;58(1):162-166. doi: 10.1016/j.jemermed.2019.10.034.