Initial Trauma Evaluation
Comprehensive guide to pediatric trauma evaluation, covering primary and secondary surveys, communication, parent involvement, and essential studies for effective resuscitation.
Post Cardiac Arrest Syndrome
Comprehensive overview of post-cardiac arrest syndrome in pediatrics, covering pathophysiology, brain injury, targeted temperature management, and oxygenation strategies for improved patient outcomes.
Parental Bereavement in the PICU - Lessons for Clinicians
Explore strategies for supporting bereaved parents in pediatric intensive care, focusing on professional support, facility practices, and effective communication techniques.
Advancing the Science and Practice of Critical Care Nursing
Explore the impact of nursing education and experience on pediatric ICU patient outcomes, with insights on staffing models, mentorship, and retention strategies.
Postoperative Evidence Based Analgesia - Fact or Fiction?
Explores morphine's role in pediatric post-operative pain management, discussing research, pharmacodynamics, and clinical trials to evaluate efficacy and optimal dosing strategies.
Update on Mechanical Ventilation of the Child - Part I
Comprehensive overview of mechanical ventilation in children, covering key concepts, interpretation, and practical applications. Led by expert Dr. Rimensberger, focusing on pressure-limited ventilation and recruitment maneuvers.
Resuscitating Resuscitation
Explore simulation research on cardiac resuscitation and its practical applications in critical care. Learn about post-arrest stabilization, temperature control, and long-term neurologic outcomes from a leading expert.
Improving Safety in the PICU
Explore innovative safety practices in pediatric intensive care, including standardized processes, dashboards, family involvement, and early warning systems for improved patient outcomes.
Strategies to Recognise and Prevent Stress and Burnout
Explore strategies to recognize and prevent stress and burnout in healthcare teams, based on research findings. Learn personal and organizational coping methods, including mindfulness and addressing moral distress.
History of Medicine Series - Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia by Jay Wilson for OPENPediatrics
Dr. Wilson explores the evolution of congenital diaphragmatic hernia management, covering historical perspectives, surgical approaches, and current treatment strategies in pediatric critical care.
Neurobiology of Pain
Explore pain mechanisms, transmission, and chronic treatment approaches. Learn about clinical syndromes, pain pathways, and innovative concepts like central sensitization and disinhibition.
Evidence-Based Practice
Dr. Melnyk explores evidence-based practice in healthcare, highlighting its benefits for patients, hospitals, and costs. Learn strategies for implementing EBP, building competencies, and fostering a supportive culture.
History of Pediatric Mechanical Ventilation by Christopher Newth for OPENPediatrics
Explore the evolution of pediatric mechanical ventilation, from negative pressure devices to modern techniques, with insights on key developments and challenges in treating critically ill children.
Talking with Patients and Families After Medical Errors with Robert Truog, MD
Expert panel discusses principles for disclosure and apology after medical errors, exploring three cases to guide healthcare professionals in handling adverse events and maintaining trust with patients and families.
Capnography as a Clinical Tool by Ira Cheifetz, MD, FCCM, FAARC for OPENPediatrics
Explore time-based and volumetric capnography techniques, focusing on their clinical applications in critical care settings. Learn about CO2 waveforms, physiologic dead space, and their impact on patient outcomes.
End-of-Life Care Support in the PICU and NICU with Jos Latour
Explore end-of-life care support in pediatric and neonatal ICUs with expert Jos Latour. Learn about family-centered care, challenges, and recommendations for supporting families during this difficult time.
Acute Rheumatic Fever - Emmanuel Rusingiza, MD - OPENPediatrics
Comprehensive overview of Acute Rheumatic Fever: epidemiology, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention strategies. Ideal for healthcare professionals seeking in-depth knowledge on this critical pediatric condition.
Talking with Patients and Families after Adverse Events
Dr. Truog shares principles for effective communication with patients and families after adverse events or medical errors, emphasizing transparency, empathy, and ethical considerations in healthcare.
Intraventricular Hemorrhage - Anne Hansen, MD, MPH for OPENPediatrics
Comprehensive overview of intraventricular hemorrhage in preterm infants, covering incidence, risk factors, diagnosis, management, and outcomes. Valuable for healthcare providers caring for critically ill children.
Multifactorial Inheritance
Explore multifactorial inheritance, including evidence, models, and genetics of common disorders. Learn about familial clustering, heritability, and genome-wide associations in complex traits.
Pediatric Palliative Care Transport by Harriett Nelson for OPENPediatrics
Insights on pediatric palliative care transport, focusing on experiences, research findings, and the impact of bringing critically ill children home from ICU. Explores memory-making and family support.