Family-centered rounds (FCR) guide
Family-centered rounding is very much the norm for inpatient pediatric medicine. Unlike our adult counterparts, the pediatric patient population always comes as a dyad with their caregiver, and the caregivers are the ones making the medical decisions for our patients. To build strong rapport with the patient-caregiver dyad, it is important to learn how to […]
IgA vasculitis
IgA vasculitis, formerly known as Henoch-Schönlein Purpura (HSP), is a common small-vessel vasculitis in children, characterized by a classic tetrad of symptoms: Purpura. Arthralgias or arthritis. Abdominal pain. Renal involvement. Although it often has a self-limiting course, early recognition and management are crucial to prevent potential complications. This article provides an in-depth overview of IgA […]
Common electrolyte derangements in children
Although not exhaustive, this guideline will go through the more common electrolyte derangements seen in inpatient pediatrics. It is important to note that certain patient populations, such as those in the NICU, on TPN, or those with diabetes insipidus, may have much more nuance to their electrolyte management than is discussed below. Electrolyte derangements are […]
Spirochetes
Learning goals Describe the distinctive microbiologic and pathogenic features of spirochetes Describe the epidemiology, clinical features, complications, diagnosis, and treatment of leptospirosis Compare and contrast the epidemiology, clinical features, cardinal clinical findings, and treatment for primary, early, and late stage Lyme disease Describe the stages of syphilis including clinical manifestations, interpretation of diagnostic tests, and […]
Clinical research and conflict of interests
Learning goals Demonstrate respectful, constructive, adaptive interactions with peers and/or facilitators, including punctual attendance, advanced preparation, professionalism, and giving and receiving feedback Understand the dominant approach to Justice in the United States Apply the basic elements of Rawls’ theory of “Justice as Fairness” to Health Care Identify key points of dispute raised by critiques of […]
Clinical research and conflict of interests (Facilitator)
Learning goals Demonstrate respectful, constructive, adaptive interactions with peers and/or facilitators, including punctual attendance, advanced preparation, professionalism, and giving and receiving feedback Understand the dominant approach to Justice in the United States Apply the basic elements of Rawls’ theory of “Justice as Fairness” to Health Care Identify key points of dispute raised by critiques of […]
EKG interpretation style guide
memorize this Instructions and examples Instructions for Chapter 4 Worksheets Count the number of small boxes between two QRS complexes. Divide that number into 1500 to accurately determine the HR. Use the HR to classify the rhythm as sinus rhythm (60 to 100), sinus tachycardia (greater than 100), or sinus bradycardia (less than 60). Provide […]
Case-Based Learning (CBL) workflow: 2026
Case Drafts Library AY2026–2027 Case Edits folder Asana board CBL Slack channel Slack help CBL Facilitator Guide CBL Student Guide CBL Normal Images Edit a CBL case in InDesign Other questions? Please get in touch with the Digital Publishing team. CBL roles Case reviewers (facilitators and system leads) Digital publishing (Heather Jansen) Distribution (James Henderson: […]
Urinary tract infection
In children, Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) are common and often easily resolved with proper treatment. There are certain areas in pediatrics that differ from the adult population: Ascertaining symptoms of a UTI in nonverbal children (whether due to age or development) can be tricky, and it must be considered on the differential for many vague […]
Type 1 diabetes mellitus
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is the most common endocrine-metabolic disorder of childhood and adolescence. It is a syndrome of disturbed energy homeostasis, caused by a deficiency of insulin or of its action, resulting in abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates, protein, and fat. Type 1 DM (insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, IDDM) is characterized by severe lack of insulin and […]