Fever of Unknown Origin
Fever in Neonates
Neonatal sepsis is a critical condition that is most often seen in infants 56 days of life or younger. Newborns with neonatal sepsis can show systemic signs, such as fever, poor feeding, poor perfusion, but often have more subtle clinical findings that make a high index of suspicion important. The specific types of infections of […]
Febrile Seizures
Febrile seizures are one of the most common types of seizures in children, typically occurring between the ages of 6 months and 5 years. These seizures are associated with fever (100.4F or higher) anytime within the prior 24 hours and can be a source of significant anxiety for parents. Understanding febrile seizures is crucial for […]
Critique of a qualitative study 2
In this journal club session, we will review qualitative research and critically appraise an ethnography paper that Dr. Kriegel mentioned in last week’s lecture. At the end of this session, you should better understand how qualitative research can be utilized. Learning goals Demonstrate respectful, constructive, adaptive interactions with peers and/or facilitators, including punctual attendance, advanced […]
Critique of a qualitative study 2 (Facilitator)
In this journal club session, we will review qualitative research and critically appraise an ethnography paper that Dr. Kriegel mentioned in last week’s lecture. At the end of this session, you should better understand how qualitative research can be utilized. Learning goals Demonstrate respectful, constructive, adaptive interactions with peers and/or facilitators, including punctual attendance, advanced […]
Qualitative methods 2
Learning Goals Define and apply qualitative analytic methods Define and distinguish between qualitative research paradigms, study designs, and data collection methods Identify strategies for rigor Evaluate and consume qualitative research Qualitative analysis and mixed methods Qualitative analysis When conducting qualitative analysis, no matter the analytic approach, we focus primarily on discovering patterns. These patterns can […]
Distributive shock
Distributive shock is a critical condition characterized by inadequate blood flow that leads to poor tissue perfusion and thus inadequate oxygen delivery. It is an umbrella term that includes common pediatric conditions, including sepsis and anaphylaxis, and requires prompt recognition and intervention to prevent morbidity and mortality. This article provides an overview of the epidemiology, […]
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Ketoacidosis is responsible for the initial presentation of insulin dependent diabetes (IDDM) in up to 25% of children. It is the triad of hyperglycemia (above 200mg/dL), systemic ketosis (with ketones present in the urine or a beta-hydroxybutyrate (BOHB) over 3mmol/L), and acidosis (pH of <7.3 or bicarb <15mmol/L). It can be classified as either mild, […]
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Atypical skin infections
Learning goals Utilize epidemiology, exposure, and clinical features to create a microbiologic differential diagnosis for lymphocutaneous syndrome Describe the clinical manifestations and diagnosis of leprosy and correlate to the immune response Describe the clinical manifestations and diagnosis of skin conditions due to non-tuberculous mycobacteria Optional study materials These are not required; they are supplementary to […]