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Limping Child
#Diagnosis #Peds #Limping #Child #Differential #Algorithm #PEMSource
Limping Child # ... Diagnosis #Peds ... #Limping #Child ... #Differential #Algorithm ... #PEMSource
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) - Diagnosis
Clinical Features:
 • Altered mental status (Either lethargy, confusion, or
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy ... Altered mental status ... Immunomodulatory meds ... Posterior #Reversible #Encephalopathy ... #Neurology
THE LIMPING OR NON-WEIGHT BEARING CHILD PATHWAY

RED FLAGS - In all cases there are specific
markers which
THE LIMPING OR NON-WEIGHT ... splenomegaly, abnormal neurology ... #NWB #Algorithm ... Pathway #Child #Peds ... #Pediatrics #Diagnosis
Approach to Headaches - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

Red flags (PHANTOMS):
 • Pattern change, progressively worse, papilledema
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- Differential Diagnosis ... Algorithm Red ... Altered mental status ... • Hypertensive encephalopathy ... #Algorithm #neurology
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) Overview

Clinico-Radiological Syndrome, characterized by:
 • Headache
 • Seizures
 • Altered mental
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy ... Altered mental status ... Seizures: Treat with AEDs ... Posterior #Reversible #Encephalopathy ... #management #neurology
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
4 Mets = Climbing ... a flight of stairs ... event, follow ACC algorithm ... Cataract Plan for Meds ... stratification #diagnosis