Environmental Hazards… Screen viewing guidelines for young children 10 Oct 202112 Oct 2021 In today’s world children are growing up digital therefore its important to learn healthy concepts of digital use. The American Academy of Pediatrics discourages media use for toddlers younger than 18…
Mountain Sickness… Management of High Altitude Illness(Acute mountain sickness) 11 Jul 20212 Jul 2021 Previous Post Preventive measures for High Altitude Illness Initial Post What is High Altitude Illness Mild headaches can be treated conservatively with paracetamol or ibuprofen.Use ondansetron for vomiting.Supplemental oxygen (if…
Mountain Sickness… Preventive measures for High Altitude Illness 8 Jul 20212 Jul 2021 Continued from previous post What is High Altitude Illness Gradual ascent - Avoid going directly from low altitude to more than 9,000 ft (2,750 m) sleeping altitude in 1 day. Once…
Mountain Sickness… High Altitude Illness(HLI)- Acute mountain sickness (AMS) 4 Jul 20214 Jul 2021 Acute mountain sickness (AMS) is the most common and benign form of high altitude illness (HAI). The risk of AMS depends upon individual susceptibility, the rate of ascent and the elevation…
PEDIATRIC DRUG THERAPY… Role of Honey in Common Cold 16 Jul 202015 Jul 2020 Honey can be a good option for treating cough in children ≥1 year with the common cold. The honey (2.5 to 5 mL) can be given straight or diluted in liquid (eg,…
Screening, Anticipatory Guidance and Counseling… Energy drinks are not safe for kid 22 Mar 202017 Mar 2020 Energy drinks are often confused with sports drinks, but they are actually quite different. Energy drinks contain sugar, caffeine, plant extracts such as guarana, herbs such as ginseng, as well as…
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