Drowning is one of the leading causes of childhood morbidity and mortality in the world. Prevention is the most important step to reducing the impact of drowning injury, followed by early initiation of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) at the scene. Etiology…
Key Concepts Patterns of illness and injury vary by age, and a number of anatomic and physiologic characteristics affect the presentation and management of pediatric emergencies. A basic understanding of normal development will aid the emergency clinician in assessment of…
Questions and Answers 1 What is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in children? Respiratory failure. In sharp contrast to adults, cardiopulmonary arrest in infants and children is most often associated with hypoxia, respiratory failure, and respiratory arrest. While…
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