Electrolyte Testing in Children
From March 2020, Beware The Eyes of MarchElectrolyte testing in pediatric inpatients is primarily directed at detecting clinically significant drangements that would require interventions such as hyperkalemia and hyponatremia. While the cost of individual electrolyte tests are relatively low they are ordered in very large numbers leading …
15min 32Michael Tchou, MD, Jason Woods, MD, and Michael Cosimini, MD
Advanced Rehydration
From February 2020, Lumbar Punk'dAndi and Emily discuss IO vs. IV routes for hydration of ill children and the newest evidence regarding composition of bolus and maintenance IV fluids
13min 3Andi Marmor, MD and Emily Rose, MD FAAEM FAAP FACEP
Basic Rehydration
From February 2020, Lumbar Punk'dAndi and Emily discuss how to assess for dehydration, the indications for rehydration, and tips and tricks for PO and NG hydration.
21min 23Andi Marmor, MD and Emily Rose, MD FAAEM FAAP FACEP
The AAP Says What: IVF in Hospitalized Children
From November 2019, UmbilicologyThe new AAP policy statement recommends isotonic fluids for hospitalized children 28 days to 18 years of age. • These recommendations do not apply to neurosurgical disorders, congenital or acquired cardiac disease, hepatic disease, cancer, renal dysfunction, diabetes insipidus, voluminous watery …
11min 39Liza Green Golan Mackintosh, MD and Solomon Behar, MD