Emergency Medical Minute Pediatric Emergencies Brewcast: Pediatric Trauma
6 snips
Sep 16, 2020 Dr. Christine Darr, a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician with extensive experience in treating young patients, shares her expertise on pediatric trauma. She discusses the unique anatomical and physiological considerations for children, emphasizing tailored management approaches. Growth plate injuries and the complexities of diagnosing serious trauma without obvious signs are explored. Darr also addresses recognizing abuse in young patients and differentiating it from conditions that mimic trauma, such as arthritis, providing crucial insights for medical professionals.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Pediatric Resuscitation Priorities
- Treat pediatric trauma patients by addressing hypoxia, apnea, and hypoventilation first.
- These issues are five times more common than hypovolemia and hypotension in children.
Hidden Injuries in Children
- Children's skeletons are more pliable than adults', resulting in fewer fractures.
- This can mask serious internal organ injuries, like pulmonary contusions, that would typically present with rib fractures in adults.
Thermal Management in Pediatric Trauma
- Maintain normal body temperature in pediatric trauma patients.
- Thermal energy loss is significant due to their body surface area and can increase morbidity.