Pediatric Emergency Medicine Reports articles from July 2004

Pediatric Emergency Medicine Reports archives from July 2004

Pediatric viral exanthems: distinguishing the benign from the serious.
July 1, 2004... Rashes are common in children, and therefore, a frequent emergency department (ED) concern. The ED physician must be familiar with common rash patterns in children--the majority of which can be diagnosed by a complete history and physical...

Physician CME questions.
July 1, 2004... 61. Which of the following medications increases the likelihood of developing a rash associated with infectious mononucleosis? A. Acetaminophen B. Ampicillin C. Aspirin D. Ibuprofen E. Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole ...

The evaluation and clearance of the cervical spine in adult trauma patients: clinical concepts, controversies, and advances, Part 1.
July 1, 2004... Dealing with potential cervical spine injuries (CSIs) is a frequent occurrence for any physician who manages trauma patients. The importance of the routine practice of clearing the cervical spine should not be underestimated. Missed spine...

CE/CME questions.
July 1, 2004... 1. Which of the following mechanisms is not considered high-risk for cervical spine injury? A. Rollover motor vehicle collision B. Simple, rear-end motor vehicle collision C. Diving or drowning accidents D. Falls from higher...