Dehydration
Community-acquired pneumonia
Cardiogenic shock
Brief resolved unexplained event (BRUE)
Bronchiolitis
Anaphylactic shock
Anaphylactic shock is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur rapidly and requires immediate medical intervention. This article provides an overview of the epidemiology, etiology, pathogenesis, pathophysiology, clinical features, diagnosis, and treatment of anaphylactic shock in children, tailored for pediatric residents. Epidemiology Anaphylaxis is a relatively rare but serious condition in children, with an […]
Acute asthma
Pathophysiology Asthma involves the triad of: Airway edema/inflammation that leads to mucosal swelling. Excess mucus production and subsequent mucous plugging. Bronchospasm/bronchoconstriction that leads to: Increased airways resistance: Causes increased work of breathing. Atelectasis and ventilation: Perfusion (V:Q). Mismatch: Causes hypoxemia. Image credit: Encyclopedia Britannica. Symptoms Occur after trigger exposure and resolve with trigger avoidance or […]
Guide to systems-based assessments and plans for inpatient pediatric clerkship
On the pediatric ward and in ICU environments, having a systems-based approach to the assessment and plan ensures comprehensive patient care by systematically evaluating each organ system, and other important domains of care that may otherwise be overlooked. In working through the encounter of a newly admitted patient, we use our clinical reasoning to collate […]
Failure to thrive and growth faltering in pediatric patients: A comprehensive overview
Failure to thrive (FTT), also known as growth faltering, is a clinical condition in which an infant or child fails to achieve expected growth milestones based on established growth parameters (e.g., weight, height, and head circumference). It is a nonspecific but concerning finding that often indicates underlying issues of inadequate nutritional intake, inadequate absorption, and/or […]
Emergency LP
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