You all may not agree with everything that is written within the Morsels, but no one can argue that Scrubs is the absolute best and most realistic medical TV series. Sure, ER was groundbreaking with its fantastic cinematography and intense…
Intubating a child is a nerve-racking procedure for everyone in the room. We have previously talked about medications (ex, Atropine , Propofol, Ketamine) that are in your toolbox as you prepare for intubation. We have discussed their risks and benefits (Yes, Dr. Fox……
The skin findings may just be the "tip of the iceberg" and that is true with Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) in children.
Hyperglycemic, hyperosmotic syndrome (HHS) can occur in children and can even be concurrent with DKA. Let's take a minute to review.
Periodic fever, aphthous stomatitis, pharyngitis, cervical adenitis (PFAPA) syndrome may be encountered in the ED, so let us review how to manage it.
Strep pharyngitis testing is common in the ED, but we may be a little excessive in our search for strep pharyngitis in toddlers (< 3 years of age). Let us take a minute to review the guidelines.
Human Trafficking is a prevalent problem that deserves our attention. Let us review possible presentation of Human Trafficking in the Pediatric ED.