Nail Injury Arts and Crafts
This post by Cincinnati Children's resident Matt Wolfgang explores whether or not we should consider using tissue adhesives in nailbed lacerations and nail avulsions.
This post by Cincinnati Children's resident Matt Wolfgang explores whether or not we should consider using tissue adhesives in nailbed lacerations and nail avulsions.
Check out this special edition of PEM Currents featuring an interview with Ben Kerrey, a rising star in RSI related research in Pediatric Emergency Medicine.
RSI in children can be challenging. Let's review some of the common pitfalls.
This post reviews the drugs used in rapid sequence intubation - including pre-medication, sedatives and paralytics.
To sedate or not to sedate? That is the question you may want to ask Child Life.
Can you give oral caffeine for a post lumbar puncture headache? Sure! It is cost effective and works.
Lumbar Punctures can be intimidating. They don't have to be. Check out this post from Bryce Carter, a resident at Cincinnati Children's on factors associated with success when performing a LP.
We often prescribe prophylactic antibiotics for dog bites. Is there evidence to support this practice?
Performing incision and drainage on an abscess is painful for the patient. I realize that is as obvious a statement as I could possibly make. I wanted to briefly touch on some of the many interventions that you can use to decrease pain during I&D.
Check out these resources that reinforce concepts taught in a recent education session at Cincinnati Childrens.