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Ways to comfort children for vaccine appointments
If you’ve ever wished for a way to help your child not feel pain, you’re not alone. We’ve all had vaccines or drawn blood and know it does come with some discomfort. The Child Life team at Children’s Mercy...
Researching Severe COVID-19 in Children
The Children's Mercy Research Institute studied children who required ICU hospitalization from COVID-19 or Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).
Dr. David White and Dr. Bill Black Receive Funding to Better Understand Physical Activity Behaviors in Youth With Cardiac Arrhythmia Disorders
Find a Researcher Researcher Network Donate Follow Us See All Stories Dr. David White and Dr. Bill Black Receive Funding to Better Understand Physical Activity Behaviors in Youth With Cardiac Arrhythmia...
Dr. Terrie Flatt Receives Funding To Investigate Role of Perinucleolar Compartments and the eEF1A2 Gene in Connection to More Aggressive Sarcomas
Dr. Terrie Flatt received a 1-year KUCC Pilot Grant to study the role of perinucleolar compartments (PNCs), the eEF1A2 gene, and how they are connected to more aggressive sarcomas.
Dacrocystitis 2023
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Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction 2023
Nasolacrimal duct obstruction is a relatively common congenital abnormality in the neonatal population with a reported incidence ranging from 6 to 20%. Unlike infectious conjunctivitis, nasolacrimal...
IV Contrast for MRI and CT: Risks and Benefits of Contrast Administration
The potential risks for developing serious skin conditions such as nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) related to the modern gadolinium-based contrast agents are extremely low even in patients with...
Confidential Documentation
Recommend confidential provider note type If test are still pending, must ensure Confidential Information Form is complete with patient's contact information Search for form as an order Once entered...
AOM – Moderate/Severe Bulging of Tympanic Membrane (TM)
These pathways do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case. It is recognized that each case is different, and those individuals involved in providing health care are expected to use...
ACL Injury and Recovery: Michael's Story
For 17-year-old Michael Shultz, football isn’t just a game—it’s an experience—an experience that’s about suiting up with his teammates, jogging out to the field, warming up, then playing his heart out for...
Gastroschisis: Warren's Story
500th baby born at Children's Mercy Fetal Health Center thriving When Mariah Schumacher had a blood screening test indicating something was wrong with her baby 18 weeks into her pregnancy, she had no idea...
Critical Care Transport: Parker's Story
Born six and one-half years ago at only 23 weeks, 5 days of gestation, and weighing l pound, 12 ounces, Parker McElroy’s mother, Kylie, said he is alive today thanks to the Children’s Mercy Neonatal...
Cerebral Palsy Family Education Day
Meet with families and have direct access to our clinicians, local vendors, parent panels, a national speaker and fun activities for the whole family.
Critical Care Transport: Paizlee's Story
Saturday, July 14, 2018, was just another busy summer day in Ft. Scott, Kan., for the Crumby family. Mom Stephanie was playing in a softball game, and her team was up to bat. “My daughters, Paizlee and...
School KIDS 2.0: Frequently Asked Questions
The School KIDS Program will test for respiratory viral infections in North Kansas City Schools to better understand how these infections affect children in schools.
Rasburicase Administration Considerations
Administration of rasburicase beyond 5 days is not recommended by the manufacturer. In fact, a single dose of rasburicase has been shown to rapidly reduced hyperuricemia and multiple doses are rarely...
Exclusion Criteria
Concern for sepsis: Sepsis - ED/Inpatient Sepsis - ICU Chronic kidney disease. Suspected OR known genitourinary abnormalities, such as (but not limited to): previous genitourinary surgery (other than...
Treatment/Plan Greater than 3 Days
If unsure at 24-48 hours, it is not necessary to obtain a trough level before 72 hours. Reassess entire patient daily for any changes that may lead down a different pathway in the algorithm.
Fast Facts
Low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) is the anticoagulant of choice for most pediatric patients Advantages include: Minimal monitoring requirements Reduced interference of other drugs and diet Reduced...
Patient Education
Do NOT switch manufacturers of warfarin. Children's Mercy inpatients: Direct patient education on warfarin will be provided by Children's Mercy pharmacists for Children's Mercy inpatients. Education...