Abstract:
:Obesity is recognized by the World Health Organization as an emerging epidemic with significant health risks. This paper outlines the issues for overweight and obese adolescents in Canada, and provides guidelines for providing practical, office-based management in the community. The focus is upon promoting healthy approaches to weight, eating and activity.
journal_name
Paediatr Child Healthjournal_title
Paediatrics & child healthauthors
Tonkin RS,Sacks Dsubject
Has Abstractpub_date
1998-11-01 00:00:00pages
395-8issue
6eissn
1205-7088issn
1918-1485journal_volume
3pub_type
杂志文章abstract::Idiopathic neonatal priapism is a rare and poorly understood phenomenon. The case of an otherwise healthy premature male newborn who was noted to have a persistent penile erection on the first day of life is presented. A Doppler ultrasound of the penis was performed, along with the first-ever cavernous blood gas analy...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type:
doi:10.1093/pch/16.1.e6
更新日期:2011-01-01 00:00:00
abstract::Persistent fetal circulation (PFC), also known as persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn, is defined as postnatal persistence of right-to-left ductal or atrial shunting, or both in the presence of elevated right ventricular pressure. It is a relatively rare condition that is usually seen in newborns with res...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/6.10.744
更新日期:2001-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::Nutrition is an important part of sport performance for young athletes, in addition to allowing for optimal growth and development. Macronutrients, micronutrients and fluids in the proper amounts are essential to provide energy for growth and activity. To optimize performance, young athletes need to learn what, when a...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/18.4.200
更新日期:2013-04-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES:In 2001, a chart review of children referred to the authors' endocrine clinic because of short stature revealed that many were referred with insufficient baseline data, had normal height velocity and were within genetic target height. Therefore, a two-way fax communication system was implemented b...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/18.10.533
更新日期:2013-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::Cranial asymmetry occurring as a result of forces that deform skull shape in the supine position is known as deformational plagiocephaly. The risk of plagiocephaly may be modified by positioning the baby on alternate days with the head to the right or the left side, and by increasing time spent in the prone position d...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/16.8.493
更新日期:2011-10-01 00:00:00
abstract:Objective:To evaluate the relative incidence of cardiogenic and septic shock in term neonates and identify findings that help differentiate the two entities. Study Design:We conducted a retrospective chart review of term neonates presenting to British Columbia Children's Hospital (BCCH) with decompensated shock of an ...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/pxz078
更新日期:2019-06-24 00:00:00
abstract:OBJECTIVES:To review the risks of injury to children in the hospital setting and to provide an overview of the factors which influence the approach to hospital safety, including institutional liability, hospital accreditation, patient safety and risk management issues. METHODS:Fatal and nonfatal injuries to children i...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:2004-05-01 00:00:00
abstract:OBJECTIVES:To determine the use and potential interactions of natural health products (NHPs) with conventional medications in children with life-limiting illnesses. METHODS:The present study was a retrospective medical record review of palliative care patients <18 years of age who were admitted for respite care to a C...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/20.1.23
更新日期:2015-01-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:The importance of the teaching role of residents in medical education is increasingly being recognized. There are little data about how this role is perceived within training programs or how residents develop their teaching skills. The aims of the present study were to explore the perspectives of Canadian pa...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/13.8.675
更新日期:2008-10-01 00:00:00
abstract::Canadian subspecialty residency training programs are developed around the learning objectives listed in the seven Canadian Medical Education Directives for Specialists (CanMEDS) criteria. Delivering content on objectives outside of those traditionally acquired in clinical rotations can be a challenge. In the present ...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/17.10.544
更新日期:2012-12-01 00:00:00
abstract:Aim:To investigate the implementation of amplitude-integrated electroencephalography (aEEG) as bedside monitoring tool of cerebral function in tertiary Canadian Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) over the past decade. Methods:Longitudinal study consisting of online surveys of neonatologists on the use of aEEG in 200...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/pxz091
更新日期:2019-10-10 00:00:00
abstract:INTRODUCTION:A number of reports suggest that Aboriginal cultural status is a major risk indicator for drug and alcohol use. The primary purpose of the present paper was to determine whether Aboriginal cultural status is independently associated with risk behaviours, such as marijuana use and alcohol abuse, among youth...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/14.4.225
更新日期:2009-04-01 00:00:00
abstract::[This corrects the article on p. 583 in vol. 12.][This corrects the article on p. 591 in vol. 12.]. ...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/12.10.858
更新日期:2007-12-01 00:00:00
abstract:Objective:School-based vaccination programs can be a source of distress for many students due to the pain from the needle injection and related fears. We created a multifaceted Knowledge Translation (KT) intervention to address vaccination and pain, fear, and fainting called The CARD™ System. The objectives were to doc...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/pxz018
更新日期:2019-04-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Paediatrician human resource planning in Canada is currently a major concern. The optimal mix of physicians by type of practice and geographical distribution also remains controversial for many groups of physicians. OBJECTIVE:To compare 10-year trends (1987 to 1997) in paediatric practice with respect to ag...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/10.10.595
更新日期:2005-12-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Paediatric electrocardiograms (ECGs) are ordered and interpreted by general paediatricians; however, no previous studies have evaluated the accuracy of their ECG interpretations. OBJECTIVE:To determine general paediatricians' practice and opinions regarding ECG use, accuracy of their interpretation of paedi...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/19.2.77
更新日期:2014-02-01 00:00:00
abstract::The harmful effects of child poverty are well documented. Despite this, progress in poverty reduction in Canada has been slow. A significant gap exists between what is known about eradicating poverty and its implementation. Paediatricians can play an important role in bridging this gap by understanding and advancing c...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1093/pch/20.4.203
更新日期:2015-05-01 00:00:00
abstract::Respite care is one integral component of the transition process from paediatric to adult health care, and is of particular importance to individuals with medical complexities. Numerous gaps that exist within the current system limit a child and family's ability to access quality respite care during a time when it is ...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/pxx142
更新日期:2017-10-01 00:00:00
abstract::Adolescents who suffer from chronic pain also report complex syndrome-associated disability and distress that can detrimentally affect the quality of their lives and the lives of their family members. Over the past 10 years, there have been significant developments in both methods of assessment and in treatment progra...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/12.2.117
更新日期:2007-02-01 00:00:00
abstract::Within the paediatric population, changing patterns of circumcisions have confounded the epidemiology and presentation of lichen sclerosus (LS). We sought to evaluate the incidence, demographics, and clinical features of patients presenting to a single Albertan paediatric urologist with LS. This retrospective descript...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/pxy172
更新日期:2020-06-01 00:00:00
abstract:OBJECTIVE:To describe an approach to history, physical examination and investigation for the developmentally delayed child. METHODS:A review of electronic databases from 1997 to 2001 was done searching for articles relating to the approach to or investigations of children with developmental delay. Five studies, includ...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/8.1.16
更新日期:2003-01-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Health care professionals (HCPs) may be involved in counselling women after an antenatal diagnosis of various fetal anomalies. Many pregnant women consider termination of pregnancy (TOP) after antenatal diagnosis of various fetal anomalies. Little is known, however, about the attitudes of HCPs regarding TOP ...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/17.8.e86
更新日期:2012-10-01 00:00:00
abstract::In Canada, cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common physical disability, affecting approximately 2 to 3 per 1,000 individuals. Paediatricians are sure to encounter and care for children with CP and their families. The role of the general paediatrician in caring for a child with CP is crucial, from diagnosis to providing...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/pxaa100
更新日期:2020-09-16 00:00:00
abstract::The rate of multiple pregnancy has increased in developed countries, a finding usually attributed to more widespread use of assisted reproductive technologies. Multiple pregnancies are associated with a greater risk of pregnancy complications, including intrauterine growth restriction of one or more of the fetuses, va...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/11.5.283
更新日期:2006-05-01 00:00:00
abstract::Hydrogenation of fat products is used in the food industry to extend their shelf life. Trans fats are the result of partial hydrogenation of unsaturated fat. Trans fats increase low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and decrease high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, thus increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Ca...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/15.6.373
更新日期:2010-07-01 00:00:00
abstract::The ability to communicate effectively with patients and families is paramount for good patient care. This practice point reviews the importance of communicating effectively in cross-cultural encounters. The concept of cultural competence is introduced, along with the LEARN (Listen, Explain, Acknowledge, Recommend, Ne...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/pxx126
更新日期:2018-02-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Despite the important role of drug therapy in children, there is often a lack of readily available information regarding the indications and dosing regimens for medications in paediatrics. OBJECTIVE:To collect data on where family physicians obtain this prescribing information. METHOD:A structured question...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/8.4.219
更新日期:2003-04-01 00:00:00
abstract:OBJECTIVES:To describe the clinical features, diagnosis, treatment and outcome of children with Kawasaki disease (KD) treated at a large tertiary care Canadian paediatric hospital and to try to identify correlations between clinical features and the development of coronary artery abnormalities. METHODS:The charts of 1...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/9.7.466
更新日期:2004-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::Maintenance of plasma glucose depends on a normal endocrine system, functional enzyme levels for glycogenolysis, gluconeogenesis and other processes, and there must be an adequate supply of endogenous fat, glycogen and substrates of gluconeogenesis. Neonatal hypoglycemia should be defined as serum glucose less than 2....
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1093/pch/3.1.16
更新日期:1998-01-01 00:00:00
abstract::An Alternate Funding Plan (AFP) was introduced at the Hospital for Sick Children in 1990 as the fee-for-service model was incapable of meeting the academic mandate of the Department of Pediatrics. The plan was challenged by some members of the Ontario Medical Association and community paediatricians as inefficient, to...
journal_title:Paediatrics & child health
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1093/pch/pxy159
更新日期:2019-05-01 00:00:00