We all know that kids like to test gravity and sometimes suffer the consequences (ex, Tongue Laceration, Eyelid Laceration, and Concussions). One of the most common consequences of testing gravity (or general poor coordination) is dental trauma. This is true…
The Ped EM Morsels have discussed several medical myths (ex, Atropine, Morphine for Appendicitis, IV Fluids for rehydration), but remember that “myths” were not born from madness. Previously, physicians were not maliciously inventing erroneous plans; they were doing what was deemed most…
Unfortunately, delivering “bad news” to patients and families is part of a clinician’s job. Even more unfortunate is the fact that many of us are really poor at the art of delivering bad news. The vast majority of us…
We have mentioned before how knowledge of some “less glamorous conditions” can really help make your day go more smoothly in the ED. Knowing how to manage rectal prolapse, constipation, recurrent abdominal pain, or cerumen impaction may not be what got you…
“Scabies.” I know that you are already itching. Soon it will be uncontrollable. The Ped EM Morsels have covered several conditions that cause pruritus (ex, Eczema, Tinea Capitis, Hyperbilrubinemia) as well as a general approach to Rashes, but nothing will…
Certainly, knowing critical care topics (ex, ECMO in ED, Submersion Injuries, Optimize Chest Compressions, and Non-Invasive Ventilation) is vital to being effective in the ED, but mastery of less critical topics (ex, Rash Evaluation, Recurrent Abdominal Pain, Growth, Development, and…
Remaining vigilant for the child with a subtle presentation of a severe illness is part of our job in the Ped ED; however, sometimes, the illness is not subtle and the child requires critical actions (ex, Damage Control Resuscitation, Mechanical…