Contemporary Pediatrics Issue Alert

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Dr Hallas says: Get response ready for the anaphylactic moment

Every nurse practitioner should review these guidelines and include an action plan in their practice. All providers should communicate information to all school, camp, and field nurses who are often the first to assess a child presenting with symptoms of anaphylaxis outside a medical facility.

First-ever action plan for epinephrine and anaphylaxis

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has published critical guidance for patients at risk for an allergic emergency. Here’s what you need to know.

Restore “honest” medicine

The time has come to change complicated healthcare practices and systems that breed dishonesty and disrespect for a noble profession.

Teen vaping: Time to clear the air

Vaping has escalated at alarming rates among adolescents and young adults. It’s time to educate teens about the hidden health risks of these innocuous nicotine delivery systems.

More in this issue

Pediatricians could be overprescribing combination antifungal/corticosteroids

Novel approach to neonatal abstinence syndrome shortens hospital stay

Tympanostomy tubes improve short-term hearing but lack long-term benefit

Q-tips are still causing pediatric ear injuries

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