Tag hyperglycemia

Hamman’s Syndrome and DKA

Hamman's Syndrome

Certainly there are many issues to consider while diagnosing and managing diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), like the possibility of cerebral edema. Often, these ill patients complain of significant nausea and abdominal / chest pain as well. Before we just attribute those…

Pediatric Burn

              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…