Are Clinical Decision Instruments for Identifying Clinically Important Traumatic Brain Injury Necessary?
The year 2019 marks the 10th anniversary of the publication of the Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research…
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Are Clinical Decision Instruments for Identifying Clinically Important Traumatic Brain Injury Necessary?
The year 2019 marks the 10th anniversary of the publication of the Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research... -
Dos and Don’ts for Pelvic or Genitourinary Exams in Minors
The Case A healthy 14-year-old female presents to the emergency department with her parents, who suspect she... -
Rising Readmission Rates for Children with Complex Chronic Conditions
Pediatric hospitalization rates in the US declined between 2010 and 2016, but readmission rates increased, especially among...
Rising Readmission Rates for Children with Complex Chronic Conditions
Pediatric hospitalization rates in the US declined between 2010 and 2016, but readmission rates increased, especially among…
Will IV Fluids Improve Lumbar Puncture Success?
Question 1: In neonates and infants, does an IV fluid bolus prior to lumbar puncture (LP) improve…
In Watery Diarrhea Cases, Do Probiotics Affect Outcome?
Question 2: For cases of watery diarrhea, do probiotics affect outcome? Do you recommend the addition of…
Joint Recommendations on Emergency Care for Children Issued
ACEP, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the Emergency Nurses Association have published the updated guidelines, “Pediatric Readiness in…
Tips for Diagnosing and Managing Mild Traumatic Brain Injury in Kids
Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) in children is a rapidly growing public health concern that impacts the…
Tips for Updating Your Approach to Pediatric Seizures
Seizures and epilepsy are common, serious neurologic diseases in children and adolescents.1,2 Convulsions can be a manifestation…
Keen Eyes and Ears Needed to Diagnose Pediatric Breathing Problems
SAN DIEGO—When it comes to pertussis, croup, or upper respiratory infections, sometimes emergency physicians need to listen…
Interpreting Pediatric Breathing Issues
It’s the middle of the night in your emergency department and a little kid is brought in…