You don’t need an X-Ray to diagnose constipation! (Re-post)
Go ahead and diagnose constipation based on your history and physical exam. Don't order an X-Ray if you don't need one. Read on for more in this PEMBlog exposé.
Do we need to perform a digital rectal exam in injured children?
Do injured children need a digital rectal exam? Read on to learn about the evidence behind what is often a stressful and traumatic exam technique for children.
Check out this new free PEM iBook
Check out this free iBook from Michael Mojica and the folks in PEM at NYU.
Stress dose steroids in the ED
Stress dose steroids are vexing for some reasons. They don't have to be. Initial dosing can be simpler than it seems. Read/watch for more.
A podcast on acquired torticollis
Acquired torticollis must be differentiated from more serious symptoms and remains a common presenting complaint in the Pediatric Emergency Department. Learn more about it in this episode of PEMCurrents the Pediatric Emergency Medicine podcast.
Happy 9th Anniversary to my amazing wife!
This is the one non-medical post I'll share every year. Happy Anniversary to my wife Kerri. This is the video that continues the self deprecating tradition of celebrating our wedding anniversary via a YouTube video. Enjoy!
Biphasic anaphylaxis
Let's learn about biphasic reactions in anaphylaxis shall we? No need to wait 4 to 6 hours to read this post.
Briefs: Henoch-Schönlein Purpura, belly pain and steroids (Re-post)
You will see Henoch-Schönlein Purpura at some point in the ED. Knowing how to work it up, and how to treat the symptoms are important naturally. Read on for more.
How useful is the pediatric appendicitis score in adolescent females?
Can the Pediatric Appendicitis Score help you in the diagnosis of appendicitis in adolescent females?
Talking to patients and families about chest pain in the Pediatric Emergency Department
Chest pain is a scary presenting chief complaint. This patient and family focused video from Dr. Nicolas Madsen at Cincinnati Children's can help you do a better job dealing with concerns in the ED.
