When a mistake is made, it is best to disclose
When a mistake is made, it is best to disclose Lindsey Albrecht MD What to Do – Make a Decision Despite efforts by individual physicians and health care systems, medical…
Do not give topical steroids for a tinea infection, it will worsen the infection
Do not give topical steroids for a tinea infection, it will worsen the infection William Giasi Jr. MD What to Do – Make a Decision The dermatophytes, or ringworm fungi,…
Search for a genetic disorder in patients with multiple Café au lait (CAL) spots
Search for a genetic disorder in patients with multiple Café au lait (CAL) spots Dorothy Chen MD What to Do – Gather Appropriate Data, Make a Decision Dermatological findings are…
Petechiae are common in benign viral illnesses but can be a sign of more serious conditions, such as meningococcemia and thrombocytopenia
Petechiae are common in benign viral illnesses but can be a sign of more serious conditions, such as meningococcemia and thrombocytopenia Johann Peterson MD What to Do – Interpret the…
Rashes are not all benign. Be alert for rashes that may be signaling a systemic condition
Rashes are not all benign. Be alert for rashes that may be signaling a systemic condition Laura Hufford MD What to Do – Interpret the Data Specific types of rashes…
Remember that common skin lesions may be passed from family member to family member
Remember that common skin lesions may be passed from family member to family member Johann Peterson MD What to Do – Gather Appropriate Data Tinea capitis is a fungal infection…
Do not overlook common musculoskeletal problems that have bad consequences such as overuse injuries, growth plate fractures, and scaphoid fractures
Do not overlook common musculoskeletal problems that have bad consequences such as overuse injuries, growth plate fractures, and scaphoid fractures Nailah Coleman MD What to Do – Interpret the Data…
Know how to recognize and manage scoliosis because an early diagnosis and treatment are especially important to prevent serious consequences
Know how to recognize and manage scoliosis because an early diagnosis and treatment are especially important to prevent serious consequences Elizabeth Wells MD What to Do – Interpret the Data,…
Perform a thorough hip examination on infants and children at every well visit until they are well-established walkers
Perform a thorough hip examination on infants and children at every well visit until they are well-established walkers Michael Clemmens MD What to Do – Gather Appropriate Data Developmental dysplasia…
Do not miss the diagnosis of nonaccidental trauma in children with skeletal trauma
Do not miss the diagnosis of nonaccidental trauma in children with skeletal trauma Michael Clemmens MD What to Do – Interpret the Data Know the common patterns or features of…
