Fellowship training in pediatric emergency medicine for graduates of emergency medicine residencies.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine outpatient pediatricians' self-reported experience with and preparation for patient emergencies, and their awareness of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) policy statement on outpatient emergency preparedness. METHODS:A 34-question cross-sectional survey of outpatient pediatric faculty and...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Pendleton AL,Stevenson MD

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to evaluate the predictors of mortality in childhood heart failure (HF) in 2 tertiary hospitals. METHODS:A 51-month retrospective review of case notes of children with HF admitted into children's emergency rooms of 2 tertiary centers in Southern Nigeria was done. Bio-data and certai...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Sadoh WE,Okperi B,Ikhurionan P,Monday P,Sadoh AE

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To describe a series of patients seen in a pediatric emergency department with adverse effects following an ingestion of a caterpillar. METHODS:Case series. RESULTS:Ten patients presented to the emergency department following ingestion of a caterpillar. Adverse effects ranged from drooling and refusal to drin...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Pitetti RD,Kuspis D,Krenzelok EP

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The goals of this study were to (1) conduct a cost-benefit analysis, from a hospital's perspective, of using a pediatrician in triage (PIT) in the emergency department (ED) and (2) assess the impact of a physician in triage on provider satisfaction. METHODS:This was a prospective, controlled trial of PIT (i...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Kezirian J,Muhammad WT,Wan JY,Godambe SA,Pershad J

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to measure the impact of a simple parent health literacy intervention on emergency department and primary care clinic usage patterns. METHODS:Study participants consisted of parents who brought their children to the Harbor-UCLA Medical Center pediatric emergency department for nonur...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Herman A,Young KD,Espitia D,Fu N,Farshidi A

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe residency graduates' perceptions of their preparation for providing pediatric emergency medical care. METHODS:The design was a cross-sectional survey set in a university-affiliated pediatric residency program. Twenty residency graduates from 1994 and 1995 who did not have an emergency department ...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Bowen KA,Ball TM

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Astemizole (Hismanal-Janssen, New Brunswick, NJ) is a nonsedating antihistamine that has the advantage of a once-daily dosage schedule. This article reports the case of a 14-year-old female who intentionally ingested 270 mg of Astemizole and developed torsade de pointes, a form of polymorphic ventricular tachycardia t...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Hasan RA,Zureikat GY,Nolan BM

更新日期：1993-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reexpansion pulmonary edema is a rare complication that may occur after drainage of pneumothorax or pleural effusion. A number of factors have been identified that increase the risk of developing reexpansion pulmonary edema, and pathophysiologic mechanisms have been postulated. Patients may present with radiographic f...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Hirsch AW,Nagler J

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The objectives of this study were to evaluate the efficacy and utilization of an observation unit (OU) for admission of pediatric patients after a toxicologic ingestion; compare the characteristics and outcomes of patients admitted to the pediatric OU, inpatient (IP) service, and intensive care unit (ICU) af...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Plumb J,Dudley NC,Herman BE,Kadish HA

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:Clavicle fractures are a common injury among pediatric patients. Few data exist regarding specific etiologies and their management in the preadolescent patient. Our objective was to determine the specific source of injury and treatment techniques used in the youngest patient population. METHODS:Study Design...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Soto F,Fiesseler F,Morales J,Amato C

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) continues to be a significant public health concern for adolescents and young adults. Since 2006, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended more aggressive routine screening for HIV for patients presenting to the emergency department (ED). Our objectives...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Akhter S,Gorelick M,Beckmann K

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The most common cause of recurrent rhabdomyolysis in childhood is inherited metabolic disorders. Carnitine palmitoyl transferase II (CPT II) deficiency is a lipidosis and is a common cause of inherited recurrent myoglobinuria. The disease is inherited in autosomal recessive trait, and the clinical phenotype ranges fro...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Topçu Y,Bayram E,Karaoğlu P,Yiş U,Bayram M,Kurul SH

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To develop a clinical prediction rule that would be easy to apply and be useful for predicting success or failure of peripheral intravenous line insertion in children. METHODS:This was a prospective cohort study of children aged 0 to 21 years undergoing peripheral intravenous placement by staff nurses in a p...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Yen K,Riegert A,Gorelick MH

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of Salmonella vertebral osteomyelitis with epidural abscess in a child with sickle cell anemia is presented. Spinal osteomyelitis is a rare event in children. Although osteomyelitis in sickle cell anemia may occur in any bone, it has most often been documented as beginning in the medullary cavity of the long an...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Gardner RV

更新日期：1985-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic hematomas are defined as hematomas with slow, progressive growth over many weeks. They are an extremely rare cause of acute neck swelling in the pediatric population. They consist of an organized central mass of blood with granulation tissue and fibrotic changes peripherally. The presence of a capsule prevents...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Angster KH,Da Costa V

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nasal passage contributes up to 50% of total resistance in normal breathing especially in neonates who are obligatory nose breathers. Any further increase in airway resistance may lead to severe respiratory distress. Dacryocystoceles are a rare cause of nasal obstruction in neonates. We present the case of a full-term...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Klotz D,Schönlaub J,Hackenberg S,Wirbelauer J

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess whether Web-based teaching is at least as effective as traditional classroom didactic in improving the proficiency of pediatric novice learners in the image acquisition and interpretation of pneumothorax and pleural effusion using point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). METHODS:We conducted a randomized ...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Soon AW,Toney AG,Stidham T,Kendall J,Roosevelt G

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) induced by pharmacologic agents can cause patient discomfort and lead to emergency department visits. Analyzing these cases at a pediatric emergency department may help to elucidate the characteristic features of extrapyramidal syndrome in children. METHODS:This retrospective s...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Chang MY,Lin KL,Wang HS,Wu CT

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Limited literature has investigated caregiver sharing of prescription medications with children. Our primary aim was to determine the frequency of and factors associated with prescription medication sharing within families. Our secondary aim was to determine the source and type of medications shared. METHOD...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Renny MH,Thaker RH,Dayan PS

更新日期：2019-04-30 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To clarify the characteristics of recent pediatric injuries in an urban city in Japan. METHODS:Any patient who was under 13 years old and admitted for treatment of trauma between January 2000 and December 2007 was retrospectively investigated. The subjects were divided into 2 groups, the head injury (HI) an...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Yanagawa Y,Sakamoto T

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:A brief resolved unexplained event (BRUE) in infancy is a common reason for visiting the emergency department. However, little is known about the long-term outcomes of such an event. This study evaluates future mortality, morbidity, and/or developmental outcome after a BRUE. METHODS:A single-center retrospec...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Ari A,Atias Y,Amir J

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Children returning to the emergency department (ED) within 72 hours of their visit may increase overcrowding and health care costs. Identifying the characteristics of returning children who need admission may help distinguish who might need admission on their first visit. The objective of this study was to c...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Goldman RD,Kapoor A,Mehta S

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Omeprazole; the first proton pump inhibitor (PPI) showing an effective acid inhibitory ability, provides the satisfactory therapy either in gastro-esophageal reflux symptom relief or in healing of erosive esophagitis. It's also effective in peptic ulcer disease. Up to date, omeprazole efficacy and safety are well esta...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： El-Matary W,Dalzell M

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Alcaligenes faecalis is a gram-negative organism that is commonly found in the environment and may also be a part of normal fecal flora in humans. Although various infections with this bacteria have been described in the pediatric population, it has not been previously identified in infections as the pathogen after a ...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Chu AS,Harkness J

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Viral gastroenteritis with dehydration is one of the most frequent reasons for visits to pediatric emergency departments (ED). Parental intervention before presentation to the ED can make a significant difference in the course of a child's illness. There is a discrepancy between medical knowledge of dehydr...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Graham JM,Fitzpatrick EA,Black KJ

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Interfacility transfers occur frequently and often involve critically ill patients. Clear communication at the time of patient referral is essential for patient safety. OBJECTIVES:The objective of this work was to study whether a standardized inter-emergency department (ED) transfer communication template f...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Sahyoun C,Fleegler E,Kleinman M,Monuteaux MC,Bachur R

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sexually transmitted infection as the result of child sexual abuse in prepubertal children is uncommon. Chlamydia trachomatis conjunctivitis is an even less common entity in prepubertal children outside the newborn period. This report details the presentation of 2 children with conjunctivitis who were subsequently dia...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Brownell AD,Miraldi Utz V,Makoroff KL,Shapiro RA,Mortensen JE

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stress may impair the success of procedures in emergency medicine. The aims were to assess residents' stress during simulated and clinical lumbar punctures (LPs) and to explore the correlation of stress and performance. METHODS:A prospective study (2013-2016) was carried out in a pediatric emergency departm...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Oriot D,Trigolet M,Kessler DO,Auerbach MA,Ghazali DA

更新日期：2020-01-20 00:00:00

abstract：:Presented is a selective review of the toxicities of various plants, decorations, and miscellaneous items popularly used during the holiday season. Particularly hazardous agents include mistletoe, holly, bubble lights, fireplace flame colors, alkaline batteries, and mothballs. Specific questions regarding management o...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Baker MD

更新日期：1985-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Grunting respirations are recognized as a sign of serious illness in infants and children, but have not been well studied beyond the newborn period. We present three illustrative cases and the results of a descriptive study which elucidates the causes of grunting in infants and children and suggests guidelines for ass...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Poole SR,Chetham M,Anderson M

更新日期：1995-06-01 00:00:00