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.
Unsure about sedating your patient? Ask a Child Life Specialist
To sedate or not to sedate? That is the question you may want to ask Child Life.
Oral caffeine for post lumbar puncture headache
Can you give oral caffeine for a post lumbar puncture headache? Sure! It is cost effective and works.
How to succeed on your next Lumbar Puncture
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.
Why we do what we do: Antibiotics for dog bites
We often prescribe prophylactic antibiotics for dog bites. Is there evidence to support this practice?