Legal Issues
BACKGROUND Print Section Listen Physicians do not learn much about child protective services and the legal system during their training, yet in pediatric practice there is an increasing need for…
PEDIATRICS
Abusive Head Trauma
BACKGROUND Print Section Listen The term abusive head trauma (AHT) is used to describe the spectrum of injuries that can arise when a caregiver shakes, throws, strikes, or otherwise injures…
Primary Immunodeficiency Diseases
BACKGROUND Print Section Listen If diagnosed in a timely fashion and monitored adequately, patients with primary immunodeficiency diseases (PIs) infrequently require hospitalization for treatment of infections, flares of autoimmunity, and…
Anaphylaxis
BACKGROUND Print Section Listen Anaphylaxis is a potentially fatal acute allergic response that causes a sudden release of mast cell and basophil mediators, which often then results in multiple organ…
Cutaneous Injuries of Concern for Nonaccidental Trauma
BACKGROUND Print Section Listen The topic of child abuse and neglect is often a source of anxiety and discomfort for even the most seasoned of pediatric medical providers. While disheartening…
Respiratory Distress
BACKGROUND Print Section Listen Respiratory distress is one of the most common reasons for a child to present to the emergency department or a practitioner’s office. Respiratory distress can result…
