Probably the most common procedure I perform in the Pediatric ER and one I particularly like. Suturing. Which rules do I use and what is my anticipatory guidance for these parents.

Episode 57: Clinical Care Tips – All About My Favorite Procedure. Suturing Those Lacerations

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Toxic ingestions are always on my differential diagnosis of any child with acute onset "odd symptoms". That is why I invited Dr. Brian Schultz to discuss this important (and often challenging) topic.

Episode 90: Approach to The Child With (possible) Toxic Ingestion

Sometimes (it is not often), a normal physical exam is actually more concerning, why it is a good idea to be pessimistic? and how to be comfortable with risks?    

Episode 89: Clinical Care Tips – Normal Exam, Worst Case Scenarios and Taking Risks

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Episode 88: What Are PEM Facility Directors Look for In Their Teams Members They Hire and What Are Their Challenges

Sometimes there are "odd reasons" for using a test, Getting a good history is key and some questions are more important than others and a bit about knowing what not to do.        Please consider contributing to PEM Rules at  https://ko-fi.com/pemrules And check out www.pemrules.com    Copyright PEM Rules LLC       DISCLAIMER By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use these resources as medical advice to treat any medical conditions in either yourself or others, including, but not limited to, patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast or website. Under no circumstances shall PEM Rules, the PEM Rules podcast or any guests or affiliated entities be responsible for damages arising from their use. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including, but not limited to, establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the website or in the podcast.  

Episode 87: Clinical Care Tips - Testing, Asking the Right Questions and What Not To Do

Just like I lost many of my “primary care” skills many primary care pediatrician feel uncomfortable treating emergencies or urgencies in their office. That is why I had a discussion with Dr. Noah (from a previous PEM Rules episode) about what to do when these situations arise.     Please consider contributing to PEM Rules at  https://ko-fi.com/pemrules And check out www.pemrules.com    Copyright PEM Rules LLC       DISCLAIMER By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use these resources as medical advice to treat any medical conditions in either yourself or others, including, but not limited to, patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast or website. Under no circumstances shall PEM Rules, the PEM Rules podcast or any guests or affiliated entities be responsible for damages arising from their use. This podcast should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including, but not limited to, establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the website or in the podcast.    

Episode 57: Clinical Care Tips – All About My Favorite Procedure. Suturing Those Lacerations

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