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Infectious Diseases

Ondansetron for vomiting in acute gastroenteritis

This edition of PEMCurrents echoes a recent post on the PEMBlog and reviews the use of ondansetron in acute gastroenteritis. Specifically highlighting the reduction in risk of further episodes of emesis, need for intravenous fluids and immediate admission to the hospital. http://media.blubrry.com/pem_currents/www.pemcincinnati.com/podcasts/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Ondansetron-in-gastroenteritis.m4aPodcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 7:45 — 7.3MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | RSS

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Infectious Diseases Orthopedics Podcast

Antibiotic Therapy for Osteomyelitis

Recognizing osteomyelitis can be challenging. Treating it doesn’t have to be – especially in the Pediatric ED. This edition of PEM Currents reviews the current evidence surrounding the initial choice of antibiotic, monitoring treatment response and overall therapeutic duration.  http://media.blubrry.com/pem_currents/www.pemcincinnati.com/podcasts/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Osteomyelitis.m4aPodcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 10:58 — 15.3MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | RSS