Category: 2019 Morsels

March 8, 2019

Ultrasound for Pediatric Head Injury

Have you ever looked at your handy ultrasound and wondered: “What else can I scan with this?” Certainly, over the past...

March 1, 2019

Caring for the child in shock is challenging! Vascular access has to be attained. Fluids have to be given quickly and...

February 22, 2019

We have discussed, previously, how the unique anatomic and physiologic differences kids have may make conditions more subtle and challenging to...

February 15, 2019

Sports are wonderful to be involved in! They promote teamwork, selflessness, and healthy habits! With all of the positive aspects, there...

February 8, 2019

Oh, once again, Homer is correct! Physics does matter. As does Anatomy and Physiology with respect to caring for children. We’ve...

February 1, 2019

Let’s be honest: our job is awesome … on so many levels! One of the most awesome aspects, though, is the...

January 25, 2019

The threat of impending intestinal catastrophes is always lurking in the Pediatric ED. It is contemplated with each patient with abdominal...