Pediatric Coma
Created Nov 2015
Contact Information
Developed by: Unknown
Developed for: Interior Health
Submitted by: CHolmes
Contact Email: simulation@interiorhealth.ca
Peer Reviewed: <strong>No</strong> (Has not been peer reviewed or the information will be provided later)
Scenario Information
Case Summary:
Child Zola – 10 year old female. Post op day 2 Appendectomy. Vital signs stable. One JP Drains and dry intact dressing. C/O discomfort after sitting up in chair for 30 minutes. Abdomen distended tender to palpate and passing small amount of gas. LPN called to the ward to assist with workload. She was asked to give the patient medication for discomfort. She reviewed MAR and could administer IM anti-inflammatory medication. Narcotics ordered were IV.
Target Learning Groups:
Undergrad Medicine, Physicians, Nursing, Interprofessional Team
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Proposed Setting:
Pediatric Unit
Educational Goals:
Review differential diagnosis and management of child with decreased level of consciousness, including hypoglycemia
Complete systematic pediatric patient assessment
Demonstrate effective communication
Peer Review Information
Clinical Content Peer Review
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Extra Information
Additional Details:
Skills: pediatric IV therapy, hypoglycemia management,
References:
Diabetes.org
Mosbys Skills
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