Last week we discussed a basic look at Chest Pain in children presenting to the ED. This sparked several questions about Pulmonary Embolism in children. Let us take a little more specific look at PE in kids. Pulmonary Embolism: Rare…
Children like to pretend to be grown-ups. Unfortunately, sometimes they develop grown-up problems (Cholelithiasis, Kidney Stones, and Hypertension). Additionally, often kids will complain of symptoms that warrant great concern in adults, but often engender apathy when considered in children. Chest…
We have covered many environmental injuries in the past (ex, Lawn mower injury, ersion Injury, Firearm Safety). We have also addressed some basics of Pediatric Burn management, but because burns can be challenging to…
Well, in the northern hemisphere the weather is making my lawn look awesome!! Why we are obsessed with green lawns, I don’t know, but I can’t judge as I also enjoy a lush lawn. Unfortunately, all of this obsessive behavior…
Fortunately, the critically ill child is not as common in the Emergency Department as the critically ill adult. Unfortunately, when the critically ill child does arrive, it can be challenging to recognize him/her initially. This can lead to delays in…
We have discussed previously how poisonings (Childhood Injury) is one of the top leading causes of death in children. Obviously, knowing your friendly, neighborhood toxicologist or the number to the local Poison Control Center is very helpful when working in…
We have discussed pediatric trauma several times within the PedEM Morsels (Splenic Injury, Head Injury, Pneumothorax, etc), because it is often a source of trepidation, confusion and concern. This often leads to over-reliance on ionizing radiation to help alleviate concern. Naturally, this is…