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Addressing body image concerns in teen boys

While stereotypes may say differently, body image issues are not exclusive to girls; they are increasingly prevalent among teen boys as well, often leading to significant mental and physical health...

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IBC Meeting Minutes

The Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) at Children’s Mercy Research Institute oversees research involving potentially hazardous biological agents as well as recombinant and synthetic nucleic acid...

Let them play: Why play is the secret ingredient to your child's wellbeing

As parents, we often prioritize our children’s health, education and safety—but what if one of the most powerful tools for their development is something as simple as play? ...

22q11.2 ERAS: Discharge Recommendations

For children who had calcium values less than 8 mg/dL or ionized calcium less than 1.1 mmol/L following the procedure, continue the same dose of calcium and Calcitriol (if needed) at discharge.  Educate...

22q11.2 ERAS: Initial Calcium/Calcitriol Dose to Treat Hypocalcemia

Initial Dose Recommendations Calcitriol 0.025 mcg/kg/day PO/IV   in 2 divided doses  Calcium*  Neonates: Ca++ (elemental) 75 mg/kg/day PO   in 3 - 4 divided doses;   not to exceed...

22q11.2 ERAS: Typical Calcium/Calcitriol Stress Dosing

Start calcium/calcitriol stress does as planned with endocrinologist the day prior to procedure Stress Dose Recommendations Calcitriol 0.04 mcg/kg/day PO/IV   1 dose evening prior (max 1mcg/dose) ...

Community Baby Shower

video The Children’s Mercy Community Baby Shower program partners with numerous other organizations to celebrate and support expanding families in the great KC metro area by building relationships and...

Nuances to Consider for Pelvic Exam

<!--[endif]-->Indication and intent <!-- [if !supportLists]-->In suspected pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), the goal is to assess for the presence of cervical motion tenderness, uterine/adnexal...

Alternative Regimen

If cephalosporin allergy or history of penicillin anaphylaxis: Inpatient Clindamycin 13 mg/kg (max 900 mg) IV q 8 hrs - and - Gentamicin  Preferred: 3 ‐ 5 mg/kg IV daily - or - Alternative: 2 mg/kg IV...

Dosing Options

Inpatient Metronidazole < 45 kg: 10 - 13 mg/kg (max 500 mg/dose) PO or IV q 8 hrs Inpatient, transition to oral therapies Metronidazole < 45 kg: 10 - 13 mg/kg (max 500 mg/dose) PO q 8 hrs Outpatient...

PCR by First Catch Urine

No void during the previous hour No genital cleaning 20 - 30 mL sample: do not overfill DO NOT order as an add-on unless an appropriate sample is confirmed by the lab These pathways do not establish a...

Summer break guide: Boosting your kids' and teens' mental health

Summer break is a time of excitement and relaxation for many kids and teens, but it can also bring unique challenges to their mental health. Without the structure and routine of school, young people may...

Measles Testing Guidance for Patients Seen Outside of Children's Mercy

PCR testing has the highest yield in the first 3 days from the onset of rash and decreases over time. The yield of IgM testing increases 3 or more days after the onset of the rash. Obtain all laboratory...

When a pet dies: How to help your child grieve

Pets play a significant role in many children’s lives. Kids who are actively engaged in pet care can form deep bonds that resemble human-to-human relationships. Pets can be companions, confidants, friends...

Heart Center Programs

Children's Mercy cares for the most complex patients with heart disease. In addition to our Heart Center experts, hundreds of health care providers from every pediatric specialty will stand by your side...

Measles Postexposure Prophylaxis (PEP)

For Individuals who are NOT pregnant or immunocompromised <!--StartFragment--> Age Group Immune Status  Time Since Exposure Recommended PEP Home Quarantine Recommendations   All ages (≥ 6...

Children's Mercy Locations for MMR and Measles Immunoglobulin Administration

Children's Mercy sites administering measles immunoglobulin:  Adele Hall  Broadway Clinics CM Kansas  Children's Mercy sites administering MMR vaccine:  Adele Hall  CM...

Measles Testing Guidance for Patients Tested at Children's Mercy

PCR testing has the highest yield in the first 3 days from the onset of rash and decreases over time. The yield of IgM testing increases 3 or more days after the onset of the rash. Obtain all laboratory...