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This topic will discuss the advanced components of recognition and treatment of respiratory failure, shock, cardiopulmonary failure, and cardiac arrhythmias in children.

The initial evaluation and management of shock in children, in general, and hypovolemic and septic shock, specifically, are discussed separately. Shock is a pathophysiologic …

Sep 17, 2025 · For patients with septic shock associated with likely gram-negative sepsis, we suggest consideration of the use of two antibiotics from different classes to ensure effective …

Jul 10, 2025 · The management of neonatal shock will be reviewed here. The etiology, clinical presentation, and evaluation of neonatal shock and the management of asymptomatic …

Aug 20, 2025 · This topic will review the initial management of children with shock. The classification of pediatric shock, initial evaluation of shock in children, management of specific …

Aug 25, 2025 · INTRODUCTION Acute kidney injury (AKI) is an abrupt and usually reversible decline in the glomerular filtration rate (GFR). This results in an elevation of serum blood urea …

Jul 22, 2025 · Mechanism of injury – The amount and type of current flowing through the body, voltage, tissue resistance, current pathway, and duration of contact all influence the …

May 12, 2025 · The only treatment for a cardiac arrest is a shock to the heart, or defibrillation. When a person has a cardiac arrest outside of the hospital, a paramedic can use an external …

Dec 13, 2023 · This topic will review the pathophysiologic determinants and classification of shock. The initial evaluation and management of shock in children, in general, and …