CRACKCast & Physicians as Humans on CanadiEM

CRACKCast E166 – General Approach to the Pediatric Patient


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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?

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