It’s the beginning of a new academic year – and whether or not you are entering the ED for the first time, or returning after a hiatus it’s a good time to catch up on the basics. That’s what these “Starter Packs” are about. I have collated a number of different posts to give you an idea of what I’ve shared over the past few years on a number of common conditions. This one focuses on seizures.
Febrile Seizures
Febrile seizures part 1: Seize the day!
Febrile seizures part 2: K.I.S.S. (Keep it simple seizure)
Febrile seizures part 3: Again, and again, and again
Febrile seizures part 4: (Long-term) Risky Business
Febrile seizures part 5: Don’t get all worked up
Febrile seizures part 6: Treat the children well
Art of Medicine: Discussing simple febrile seizures with parents
Status Epilepticus and Seizure Management
Why we do what we do: Benzodiazepines as first line therapy for status epilepticus
Lorazepam and Diazepam are both great for pediatric status epileptics
Three seizure cases (updated with discussion)
PEM Currents Podcast: The management of status epilepticus
