More from Katy Vogelaar, NP
Halloween – a time filled with costumes, fun, and, for kids, a seemingly endless supply of candy. While it’s an exciting season for children, it can be a challenge for nurse practitioners caring for pediatric patients. The increased sugar intake can lead to heightened risks of cavities and tooth decay. As nurse practitioners, it’s important not only to understand the dental concerns associated with Halloween but also to educate families on how to manage the candy craze without sacrificing oral health.
Fever in children is one of the most – and anxiety-inducing – concerns for parents and caregivers. While many pediatric fevers are harmless, some can signal more serious underlying conditions. A systematic approach to evaluating pediatric fever can help ensure that serious conditions are not overlooked. One effective method is to categorize potential diagnoses into three main buckets: Common Infections, Serious Infections, and Non-Infectious Causes.
We’ve all been there; you look at your schedule and see a patient with a chief complaint of “dizziness.” Cue the sense of dread!
With Fall comes the start of cold and flu season. Whether you work in a family medicine clinic, urgent care, emergency department, pediatric office, or specialty clinic, you can’t escape the nasty viruses that cause upper respiratory infections and wreak havoc on our immune systems.
