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EM@3AM: Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP)

A 6-year-old male presents with rash, joint pain, and abdominal pain. VS are normal, and exam reveals palpable purpura in the lower extremities. His abdomen is not tender to palpation, and his testicles are normal. Platelets and coagulation panel are normal. What is the diagnosis?

Peds EM Morsels

Epinephrine for SHOCK

Unfortunately, some children in SEPTIC shock will be refractory to your initial therapies, and another question will be encountered: Which pressor should we start: Epinephrine or Dopamine?

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BRUE

BRUE is the new ALTE. This Peds EM Morsels from Dr. Sean Fox discusses BRUE definition and evaluation.

Peds EM Morsels

Agitation

Control of the agitated pediatric patient...Not an easy scenario. This Pediatric EM Morsel from Sean Fox provides you with what you need to know.