Pediatric Emergency Medicine Reports
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Bioterrorism Watch: Signs and symptoms of chemical exposures
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Bioterrorism Watch: Triage, decontamination after chemical exposures
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Bioterrorism Watch: Ease of access to deadly chemicals may be the greatest threat to hospital readiness
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Pediatric Procedural Sedation and Analgesia (PSA): Keeping It Simple and Safe
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Pediatric Hand Injuries, Part II: Lacerations, Amputations, Bites, and Nail-bed Injuries
Pediatric hand injuries are common in the emergency department (ED), and may be challenging to manage. Children may be frightened and uncooperative, making a thorough and careful evaluation difficult. -
Common Pediatric ENT Infections: Adenitis, Otitis Externa, Peritonsillar Disease, and Parapharyngeal Abscess
Cervical adenitis, otitis externa, and peritonsillar disease are very common diseases that are seen in the emergency department (ED). Early recognition, appropriate treatment and an awareness of potential complications guide the clinician's treatment decisions. -
Clinical Presentation, Evaluation and Management of Bleeding Disorders in Children
Bleeding is a common chief complaint in the emergency department. Recognizing excessive bleeding and treating bleeding disorders may be challenging. Awareness of the differential, diagnostic strategies and treatment options is critical. This article presents a comprehensive approach to the patient with a bleeding disorder. -
Sickle Cell Disease Emergencies in Children
Sickle cell disease is a common condition seen throughout the spectrum of ages. Emergency department (ED) physicians must be aware of the range of presentations and the vulnerability of these patients to certain clinical conditions. -
Keeping an 'Eye' on the Pediatric Patient: An Update on Eye Trauma
Eye trauma is a common chief complaint among emergency department (ED) pediatric patients. Although many eye injuries can be prevented by appropriate supervision of children's activities and the appropriate use of protective eyewear, eye injuries remain an important cause of visual loss in children. -
Pediatric Hand Injuries, Part I: Fractures and Dislocations
Hand trauma is common, and children frequently present to the emergency department (ED) with these injuries.