Bronchiolitis is the most common lower respiratory tract infection and the most common cause of admission in infants. Approximately 10% will require some airway support. The ability to identify those at risk for escalation of care would allow for appropriate disposition decisions.
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Tagged ‘Pediatrics’
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Predicting Escalated Care in Infants With Bronchiolitis
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Pediatric Femur Fractures
This post delves into the nuances of pediatric femoral shaft fractures.
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MgSO4 in Pediatric Asthma – Meta-Analysis
Acute asthma exacerbations are a common presentation to pediatric emergency departments (EDs). Standard treatment with inhaled beta agonists and corticosteroids are often sufficient in mild asthma but can fall short in the treatment of moderate to severe exacerbations.
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High-Flow Nasal Canula in Bronchiolitis
This analysis was originally posted on REBEL EM here
Bronchiolitis is an acute inflammatory injury of the distal smaller airways, most commonly caused by viral infections. There have been a host of medications studied in the treatment of bronchiolitis,
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Button Battery Ingestion
Button battery ingestions can have disastrous complications. This post is a guide to management.
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