Abstract This chapter discusses common orthopedic injuries, including pediatric fractures (Salter- Harris classification, torus, greenstick, bowing, and Toddler’s), nursemaid’s elbow, and non-accidental orthopedic trauma. Keywords pediatric fracture, pediatric trauma …
Abstract We define acute low back pain (ALBP) as less than 6 weeks of pain between the costal angles and gluteal folds. This may be accompanied by radicular pain, which…
Abstract This chapter discusses blunt and penetrating trauma to the chest and abdomen in pediatric patients. We will review the approach to a pediatric trauma patient and when to appropriately…
Abstract The newborn period is an exciting time for families but can be anxiety producing for parents and providers. Newborns have limited communication skills and are at high risk for…
Abstract Pediatric skin conditions are variable and can be confusing for practitioners. This chapter covers various topics including tickborne rashes, erysipelas, impetigo, tinea infections, urticaria, burns, abscesses, herpetic infections, scabies,…
Abstract Children and adolescents may present to the urgent care center with complaints such as vaginal bleeding and discharge, trauma, and pregnancy. Keywords abnormal uterine bleeding, amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, labial adhesions,…
Abstract Vomiting and diarrhea are among the most common presenting complaints for pediatric patients. There are myriad causes for these symptoms. The clinical approach for the child presenting with vomiting…
Abstract This chapter discusses the recommendations for care of pediatric head and neck injuries in the urgent care setting. Keywords blunt neck trauma, intracranial bleeding, nonaccidental trauma, pediatric head injuries,…
Abstract Pediatric abdominal pain covers constipation, acute abdomen, hepatitis/pancreatitis/gallbladder, ovarian process, and testicular process in children. Keywords abdominal pain, acute abdominal pain, acute abdomen, cholelithiasis, gallstones, ovarian torsion, pancreatitis, pediatric…
