Episode 166
CRACKCast E166 – General Approach to the Pediatric Patient
CanadiEM Podcasts: CRACKCast, ClerkCast, CarmsCast, First Year Diaries · Adam Thomas
April 2, 201823m 51s
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Show Notes
Core questions:
- 1) List age specific vital signs (RR, HR): "1 odd yr - 60 count down aid"
- 2) What is the lower fifth percentile of systolic BP for the neonate, infant, and 1-10 yr old child?
- 2) Describe the 3 components of the Pediatric Assessment Triangle.
- 3) Describe the Canadian Pediatric Triage and Acuity Scale
- 4) List 5 historical indicators of child abuse
- 5) List 5 features suggestive of child abuse on physical examination and/or radiology?
Wisecracks:
- What are developmental milestones (gross motor and otherwise) for 1-24 months?
- What are other considerations in the management of pediatric patients: consent, pediatric-readiness, pediatric-friendly ERs?