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A 3 y/o presents with a history of limping, fever to 102º F, and refusal to walk or bear weight with his left leg. Physical exam reveals swelling, erythema and point tenderness over the left knee. The most important initial management includes

You are working in the ED and a 1 week old female infant presents with the chief complaint of emesis. On exam, she has a depressed fontanel, dry mucous membranes and minimal tears. In her diaper area, she has labial fusion with palpation of small round lumps within the labial fold. The mother states that her daughter was born at home and has not yet been to the pediatrician. What labs should you obtain? 

Mia Battaglia is your patient with a diagnosis of major depressive disorder (MDD).  She has been prescribed sertraline 100 mg po daily and has almost complete remission of her symptoms.  She calls your office with complaints of muscle spasms, dilated pupils, fever, diarrhea, rapid heart rate and agitation.  You immediately refer her the the emergency department.  What diagnosis do you suspect?

Which of the following are expected physiological responses in a child during a critical illness?

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that child ASSENT to participate in clinical research requires evidence of which of the following?

Which of the following medication are SSRIs? Select all that apply

A 2-month-old with vomiting presents with dry mucous membranes, a weak cry, and cool extremities.  Which course of action should be taken?

When discontinuing an SSRI or SNRI, it is advisable to wean the patient off over one to two weeks.

A 3 y/o has fever, cough, increased work of breathing, and radiographic evidence of pneumonia.  Which is the most appropriate antibiotic to order initially?

A 4 year old presents to the urgent care clinic with report of acute onset fever to 104*F and difficulty swallowing. She appears anxious and is drooling. She is unvaccinated. You suspect epligotitis. The most prudent plan of action would be to: