Tag pediatric emergency medicine

Noninvasive Ventilation

The decision to intubate a patient is, unquestionably, one of the most significant (and at times intimidating) decisions that we make.  In preparation and consideration for all of the potential complications and outcomes of the intubation, it is common to…

Magnesium for Severe Asthma

I love fireworks! It is fun to say “Ooh and Ah!” while pontificating the amazing chemical reactions that are being displayed (ok, it is a little Geeky, but true). Magnesium is quite brilliant when ignited. Interestingly, the use of magnesium…