Why we do what we do: Antibiotics for dog bites (Re-post)
Should we be prescribing antibiotics for all patients with dog bites? Just select ones? Read on for more in this entry of why we do what we do.
Cath or bag? Bag then cath? Urine testing options in the ED
Should we be using a two step process (bag then cath) for assessing febrile infants at risk for UTI? Read on for more in this illuminating post from a senior resident at Cincinnati Children's.
Removing earrings embedded in the ear lobe
Sometimes earrings get stuck in the ear lobe. These earrings need to be removed. That's where you come in. Read more about embedded earrings... right here!
Removing foreign bodies in the external auditory canal
This post details considerations when you encounter a foreign body in the external auditory canal.
All wrapped up: Hair tourniquet management in the ED
Hair tourniquets are a procedure that most of us encounter in the ED and is an overlooked cause of fussiness in babies. Read on for more about the varying approaches to management.
A primer on upper extremity splints
Check out this review of upper extremity splinting from Cincinnati Children's resident Katie Wilson.
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.
Podcast interview with Ben Kerrey about his work in Rapid Sequence Intubation
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.
Common pitfalls during Rapid Sequence Intubation
RSI in children can be challenging. Let's review some of the common pitfalls.
Intro to drugs used in Rapid Sequence Intubation
This post reviews the drugs used in rapid sequence intubation - including pre-medication, sedatives and paralytics.