Neonate With Paraplegia
(Source: Clinical Pediatrics)
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Stolten, M., Betrand, K., Lotterman, C., Warrier, R. Tags: Resident Rounds Source Type: research
Facial Pain in a Child With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
(Source: Clinical Pediatrics)
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Stolten, M., Moak, S., Chauhan, A., Warrier, R. Tags: Resident Rounds Source Type: research
Asymmetric Pulses in a 5-Year-Old Asian Female: Is It Worth Further Investigations?
(Source: Clinical Pediatrics)
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Alsaied, T., Vasili, Y., Moore, R., McPhaul, J., Javarayee, P., Beekman, R. Tags: Resident Rounds Source Type: research
Streptococcus pneumoniae-Associated Hemolytic and Uremic Syndrome With Cholestasis: A Case Report and Brief Literature Review
(Source: Clinical Pediatrics)
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Anastaze Stelle, K., Cachat, F., Perez, M.-H., Chehade, H. Tags: Brief Reports Source Type: research
Asymptomatic Mycoplasma Infection Causing Acute Demyelinating Encephalomyelitis: Case Report and Review of Literature
(Source: Clinical Pediatrics)
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Dawson, E., Singh, D., Armstrong, C., Maatouk, O., Akingbola, O., Nelson, S. Tags: Brief Reports Source Type: research
Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Fluid Refractory Hypotension
(Source: Clinical Pediatrics)
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Singh, D., Cantu, M., Marx, M. H. M., Akingbola, O. Tags: Brief Reports Source Type: research
The Association Between Bathing Habits and Severity of Atopic Dermatitis in Children
Conclusion. Atopic dermatitis severity may be associated with a longer duration of bathing. The frequency of bathing does not appear to affect atopic dermatitis severity. (Source: Clinical Pediatrics)
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Koutroulis, I., Pyle, T., Kopylov, D., Little, A., Gaughan, J., Kratimenos, P. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Autism Speaks Toolkits: Resources for Busy Physicians
This article serves to familiarize PCPs and families on the different toolkits that are available on the Autism Speaks website. This article is intended to increase physicians’ knowledge on the issues that families with children with ASD frequently encounter, to increase their ability to share evidence-based information to guide treatment and care for affected families in their practice. (Source: Clinical Pediatrics)
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Bellando, J., Fussell, J. J., Lopez, M. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Evaluating the Impact of Information Technology Tools to Support the Asthma Medical Home
This study aimed to evaluate the impact of information technology tools on the outcomes of children with asthma in the medical home. A registry was established for children aged 4 to 18 years with an ICD-9 code for asthma. Changes to the electronic health record included modifications to notes, care plans, and orders. A retrospective analysis of emergency department and in-patient utilization for a cohort of patients was conducted from July 2009 through June 2013. Of the study population (n = 1217), 65% had a classification of asthma severity and 63% were risk-stratified. Seventy percent had a control assessment at least o...
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Matiz, L. A., Robbins-Milne, L., Krause, M. C., Peretz, P. J., Rausch, J. C. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Prevalence of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Usage in Vietnamese American Asthmatic Children
This study examined the frequency and type of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapy, as well as characteristics associated with CAM usage. A survey about parental preferences and beliefs regarding CAM usage was distributed to 5 schools with predominantly low socioeconomic Vietnamese children. For the 360 Vietnamese children previously diagnosed with asthma whose families responded, most preferred conventional therapy as prescribed by the physician. The prevalence of CAM usage was 38.1%. Common CAM therapies were steam inhalation, creams/topical oils, foods, prayer, oil inhalation, massage, herbal medication,...
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Berg, J., Morphew, T., Tran, J., Kilgore, D., Galant, S. P. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Expanding Horizons: A Pilot Mentoring Program Linking College/Graduate Students and Teens With ASD
A small pilot program of 9 youth 13 to 18 years old with high-functioning autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or Asperger’s syndrome assessed the feasibility, acceptability, and potential efficacy of an individualized mentoring program. Youth met weekly for 6 months with trained young adult mentors at a local boys and girls club. Participants reported improvements in self-esteem, social anxiety, and quality of life. Participants, parents, mentors, and staff reported that the program improved participants’ social connectedness. Although the pilot study was small, it provides preliminary data that mentoring for youth ...
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Curtin, C., Humphrey, K., Vronsky, K., Mattern, K., Nicastro, S., Perrin, E. C. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Factors Affecting Care in Non-English-Speaking Patients and Families
Conclusion. Barriers to communication can lead to adverse medical outcomes, poor compliance with therapy, and poor understanding of medical conditions. Providing written information in the patient’s native language has the potential to complement the verbal discussion and enhance patient care. (Source: Clinical Pediatrics)
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Raynor, E. M. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Narrowing Care Gaps for Early Language Delay: A Quality Improvement Study
Conclusions. System-level changes improved access to evaluation and treatment for low-income children with language delay and narrowed the gap in access between families in lower versus higher income neighborhoods. (Source: Clinical Pediatrics)
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Brown, C. M., Beck, A. F., Steuerwald, W., Alexander, E., Samaan, Z. M., Kahn, R. S., Mansour, M. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Validation and Assessment of Pediatric Lead Screener Questions for Primary Prevention of Lead Exposure
Conclusion. The pediatrician screener questions in their current format are not a useful primary prevention tool in identifying children at greater risk for lead exposure and in need of secondary prevention through the receipt of a blood lead test. A revision to the protocol for identifying children at risk could result in better primary and secondary prevention efforts. (Source: Clinical Pediatrics)
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Nicholson, J. S., Cleeton, M. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Dissemination of Evidence-Based Behavioral Advice via Video in Pediatric Primary Care: An Acceptance and Utilization Study
Conclusion. Multimedia interventions for behavior management are likely to be well received, but systematic methods of implementation are needed. Further study of dissemination of multimedia interventions is merited. (Source: Clinical Pediatrics)
Source: Clinical Pediatrics - January 12, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Riley, A. R., Freeman, K. A., Marshall, S. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
