This course on Pediatric Infections aims to provide participants with essential information on diagnosing and managing infections in children. The course covers topics such as fever, immunizations, urinary tract infections, and pediatric pneumonia. Participants will learn how to identify the source of fever, obtain clean catch samples, and follow AAP guidelines for febrile toddlers. The teaching method includes detailed clinical content with an emphasis on documentation and risk management concepts. This course is intended for healthcare professionals working in emergency departments or urgent care centers who are involved in the care of pediatric patients.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Fever, General Concepts, 1
Fever Phobia, 2
Importance of Immunizations 21
Finding the source of Fever
Urine Infection in Febrile Toddlers
Getting a Clean Catch in an Infant
AAPUTI Guidelines in Febrile Toddlers, 3
AAP UTI Guidelines in Febrile Toddlers, 5
Pediatric Pneumonia, 1
Pediatric Pneumonia, 3
Taught by
The Center for Medical Education
