Tag: pediatrics
Low Decent Work Perception Among PICU Nurses
The level of decent work perception among PICU nurses in general hospitals is relatively low and is influenced by factors such as age, educational level, professional title, average monthly income, and personal experience... read more
Asthma Course Evaluation in PICU Due to Severe Asthma Exacerbation
Admission to the PICU due to severe asthma exacerbation not only increases the risk of recurrent asthma exacerbations but also serves as a risk factor for stepping up maintenance treatment according to GINA guidelines during... read more
The PICU Handbook
The PICU Handbook is a unique, portable compilation of the information essential for residents and fellows to successfully navigate the modern Level 1 and Level 2 pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). Enhanced by numerous... read more
Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation
Powerful resource for interactive, simulation-based teaching and learning! The Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) is an educational program jointly sponsored by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American... read more
Early Experience on Universal Prophylaxis in Infants Against RSV
During the 2023-2024 season, nirsevimab significantly reduced the risk of bronchiolitis and confirmed RSV infections in primary care, hospital, and pediatric ICU admissions among infants aged 0 to 11 months, even in a season... read more
Risk Factors for Subsequent LRTI Following an Infant RSV Hospitalization
Fifteen percent of infants experience at least one other medically attended lower respiratory tract infection (MA LRTI) after an respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) hospitalization in the same season, and approximately half... read more
Pleural Drainage, Clinical Characteristics, and Management Strategies in the Perioperative Fontan Patient
Prolonged pleural drainage and chylothorax are common in postoperative Fontan patients and are associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Multiple medical and interventional treatment strategies exist and vary between... read more
RSV Infection – Epidemiology and Clinical Risk Factors
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection is the most frequent reason for hospitalization of infants in developed countries. Premature birth without or, especially, with chronic lung disease of prematurity, congenital heart... read more
Temporal Trends of RSV-Associated US ICU Admissions
Wide variations in regional and seasonal patterns in hospital and ICU admissions were noted in children with respiratory syncytial virus–associated acute respiratory illness across the United States. Results from our... read more
RSV Outbreak in a Pediatric ICU
The Royal Liverpool Children's Hospital—Alder Hey pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) usually has a low rate of nosocomial respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection. We report and analyze a major outbreak of nosocomial... read more
Respiratory Syncytial Virus: Diagnosis and Treatment
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a respiratory virus which results in symptoms similar to cold. This virus spreads through the drops coming from the nose and throat of an infected person, while sneezing and coughing.... read more
ECMO Use in Pediatric Trauma: National Trauma Data Bank Report
The findings of this study support the increasing use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) as a potentially effective intervention for pediatric trauma patients, including those with TBI. While ECMO provides... read more
The Role of Rotational Thromboelastometry in Early Detection of the Hemostatic Derangements in Neonates with Systemic Candida Infection
Rotational thromboelastometry (ROTEM) parameters revealed a hypocoagulable profile in neonates during the early stages of SCI, which is also associated with disease severity. The results of this study highlight the need for... read more
Weaning Sedation in Pediatric Intensive Care
The use of sedation and analgesia to provide comfort, safety, and pain treatment are central principles in the care of critically ill children. Most critically ill children are at risk of experiencing pain and discomfort... read more
Management of Pain, Anxiety, and Delirium in Critically Injured Pediatric Trauma Patients
PICU-specific care bundles have been beneficial in standardizing the assessment, prevention and treatment of pain, anxiety and delirium. While these practices show promise in addressing current management challenges in... read more
Intranasal Dexmedetomidine vs. Inhaled Nitrous Oxide for Pediatric Procedural Sedation and Analgesia
The results of this clinical trial support that IN DEX is not inferior to 50% nitrous oxide in providing analgesia for a painful procedure among children 3–15 years of age. Furthermore, IN DEX can be considered as an alternative... read more
Critical Care Pediatric Nephrology and Dialysis
This book covers all key aspects of critical care in pediatric nephrology, including acute dialysis in sick children. It also provides detailed protocols for managing fluid and electrolyte balance and dialysis in children... read more
Dexmedetomidine for Electroencephalogram in Children with Behavioural Disorders
Intranasal (IN) dexmedetomidine (DEX) is an effective sedative; its recovery time shorter than IV DEX and its favorable adverse events profile make this route a reasonable alternative, especially in pediatric patients with... read more
CDC Reports Rising Levels of Mycoplasma Pneumonia and RSV in Young Kids
Though the nation’s respiratory disease levels remain low overall, with COVID levels declining and little sign of a flu uptick, illnesses caused by Mycobacterium pneumoniae are increasing, especially in children, and respiratory... read more
The Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection in Children
We observed a lower incidence of RSV infection and a lower rate of hospitalization for RSV during the COVID-19 pandemic. The second RSV season during the COVID-19 pandemic began earlier, lasted longer, and had a lower frequency.... read more
Advances in Critical Care Pediatric Nephrology: Point of Care Ultrasound and Diagnostics
The book covers advances in critical care pediatric nephrology, including care of sick children with acute kidney injury. The book contains detailed guidance on point of care ultrasound in children with acute kidney injury... read more
