Liquid Nicotine
Tobacco smoke is a health hazard for children (and us children of all ages). We know this. So it seems like movement away for cigarettes is good for everyone; however, the thirst for nicotine is still quite strong and is…
Sean M. Fox
Agitation
The world can be a scary and dangerous place, but few things are as dangerous as an acutely agitated patient in your emergency department. While violent adults in the ED seem nearly commonplace (although still deserve provider’s vigilance), the agitated…
Breath Holding Spell
Kids do odd things. Some of these “odd things” we attribute to exploring and learning about the world (ex, putting objects in nostrils, ears, or mouth). Other times the “odd conditions” are not quite explained, but are well described as…
Marfan Syndrome
Vacation can be so blissful! But, sometimes, that “EM mind” just won’t turn off. Have you, like a thirsty vampire, ever glanced at someone’s neck and admired the large external jugular veins? Do you pack your extra supply of suture…
Vehicular Hyperthermia
Unquestionably, automobiles pose a significant health risk for both adults and children. Trauma related to car collisions are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in children. Obviously this deserves much attention (Injury Prevention, Childhood Injury), but let us not…
Otitis Externa
Summertime brings many delightful activities that had been left hibernating during the cold winter months. With each activity, however, comes a variety of injuries and illnesses. Certainly, we are aware of the potential injuries that come with activities like fireworks or…
Blistering Distal Dactylitis
Infectious diseases seem to be omnipresent in the Ped ED and, thus, have their own dedicated Category of the PedEMMorsels. Additionally, unusual dermatologic eruptions are also quite prevalently encountered when caring for children (see Approach to Rash). While individually each category…