Children with recurrent infections, unusually severe manifestations of common infections, or atypical infections should be evaluated for immunodeficiency Emily Riehm Meier MD What to Do – Interpret the Data The…
Know what to do for puncture wounds and the appropriate antibiotic therapy for pediatric patients Laura Hufford MD What to Do – Make a Decision Puncture wounds are a common…
Do not forget to use broad antimicrobial coverage for patients with osteomyelitis Madan Dharmar MD What to Do – Make a Decision Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone. The…
Consider the diagnosis of Kawasaki disease in children with desquamation, fever, and rash Lindsey Albrecht MD What to Do – Interpret the Data Kawasaki disease is an acute systemic vasculitis…
Children who have suffered an infection for meningococcus should receive a workup for an immunodeficiency (specifically a terminal complement disorder) Lindsey Albrecht MD What to Do – Gather Appropriate Data…
Assure coverage for resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae with vancomycin if there is a concern for meningitis Yolanda Lewis-Ragland MD What to Do – Interpret the Data The first penicillin-resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae…
Know that pinworms are a common cause of helminthic infection in the United States and may present with generic abdominal symptoms in children Esther Forrester MD What to Do –…
Do not avoid antibiotic use in patients with serious infections because of theoretical limitations Yolanda Lewis-Ragland MD What to Do – Take Action The American Academy of Pediatrician’s evidence-based guidelines…
Do not routinely test children for tuberculosis (TB) exposure Yolanda Lewis-Ragland MD What to Do – Gather Appropriate Data Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) is an infectious agent that usually attacks the…
Proper vaccine administration is crucial to achieve the anticipated results. Know the methods for administering vaccines Dorothy Chen MD What to Do – Gather Appropriate Data Childhood immunizations have reduced…
