January 2017
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Jan 19 2017
Epinephrine in Arrest – Sooner Is Better
If you're going to use epi in arrest, sooner is better. But not too soon.
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Jan 18 2017
Do PA-Lateral CXR When You Can – It Matters
PA/Lateral CXR was much better than AP (sensitivity 84% vs 67% respectively) for detecting parapneumonic effusion.
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Jan 17 2017
No Shortcut for Acute Otitis Media
For kids 6 - 23 months with acute otitis media, 10 days of antibiotic therapy is better than 5 days.
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Jan 16 2017
Velcro Wrist Splint vs. Cast for Torus Fracture
A simple volar slab or velcro wrist splint or soft cast was better than a rigid cast for pediatric torus fractures of the forearm.
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Jan 14 2017
Why the HEART Score is Used in Low Risk Chest Pain
Patients with a HEART score of 0-3 were very low risk for MACE (1.7%) and may be considered safe for early ED discharge.
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Jan 13 2017
Predicting Malignant Pertussis
HR > 180, WBC > 25K, and neutrophil:lymphocyte ratio > 1 were good predictors of malignant pertussis.
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Jan 12 2017
Do We Need a 4-Hour Level for APAP
You really do need a 4-hour APAP level. But if the <4 hour level is undetectable or "very low" you are in the clear.
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Jan 11 2017
ETT During Pediatric Arrest May Harm
Intubation during pediatric arrest did not appear to benefit and may be harmful.
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Jan 10 2017
Parental Expectations for Concussion Care
Parental expectations for pediatric ED concussion care are high. Many expectations we can and should meet, some we can't.
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Jan 09 2017
Drug Seekers in Spokane Beware
A city-wide plan of care for frequent ED users for pain-related complaints decreased the number of visits and opiate prescriptions.