Eastern Equine Encephalitis
We have previously discussed how saying “It’s JUST a virus,” is not comforting to families and may undermine your credibility. For...
Tagged: change in mental status
High Altitude Illness
In Charlotte, it has been unseasonably HOT and many of us have been considering escaping to the mountains. Maybe not exactly...
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Children
Currently, in the Northern Hemisphere, it is cold (Yes, I know my cold intolerance has been worsening as my hair gets...
Hypothyroidism and Myxedema Coma
When managing critically ill adults or even adults with “odd complaints,” we often think of the thyroid gland and its potential...
Cerebral Venous Thrombosis
The patient complaint of “headache” often causes me to have a headache. There are so many things to ponder. We have...
Intussusception & Altered Mental Status
Evaluating the child with altered mental status can be very challenging. As with adults, there are a myriad of potential etiologies...
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