Oh No, CO! (Re-post)
Carbon monoxide poisoning mimics the flu. You will see cases of the flu. But you will also see CO poisoning if you know when to expect it. Read on for more.
A podcast on kidney stones
This episode of PEMCurrents will focus on diagnosis and treatment of stones and answer such questions as; Which pain medicine should I order first? and which is the better imaging test, ultrasound or CT?
AAP Top 10 2016 #10: RNA biosignatures and SBI
RNA biosignatures are coming! This new application of gene analyzing techniques may help us identify which infants are most at risk for serious bacterial infections, especially those under 60 days. Plus, the gene array pictures are pretty.
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.
AAP Top 10 2016 #9: Step-by-step
The 9th article has been well-discussed this year and is potentially a game-changer for the management of the febrile neonate. It is worth a read for anyone who care for this population in the ED.
AAP Top 10 2016 #8: Chest X-Rays in sickle cell disease
When should we get a chest X-Ray when a child presents to the ED with sickle cell disease? Read on for answers to this common question.
AAP Top 10 2016 #7: Apple juice versus electrolyte solution in gastroenteritis
Choosy kids choosing dilute apple juice instead of specially formulated electrolyte solutions in gastroenteritis? Surely the electrolyte solutions are superior? Right?
AAP Top 10 2016 #6: RCT of single dose Dex vs multi dose prednisone in asthma
The 6th article in the AAP Top 10 of 2016 is a randomized controlled trial of single dose Dex versus 3 daily doses of prednisone in asthma exacerbations.
Podcast on hemorrhagic ovarian cysts
Check out the latest episode of PEM Currents the Pediatric Emergency Medicine podcast where I talk about hemorrhagic (AKA ruptured) ovarian cysts. I delve into diagnosis and management and suggest strategies for obtaining a diagnostic ultrasound.
Fracture Fridays: Thumbs up (Re-post)
This edition of Fracture Fridays focuses on a can't miss hand injury.
