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Preventing Pediatric Drowning and Advancements in Reducing Brain Damage: A Conversation with Dr. Ted Wu
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In this episode of "Pediatrics Now," host Holly Wayment returns with Dr. Ted Wu to discuss the critical issue of unintentional injuries in children, focusing on drowning prevention. Dr. Wu emphasizes the importance of assigning a designated observer for children playing in water during summer to prevent drowning accidents, sharing insights from his extensive experience in pediatric critical care.
Listeners will also learn about advancements in treating post-cardiac arrest in children, exploring the therapeutic use of hypothermia to improve neurological outcomes and the ongoing research in targeted temperature management.
Additionally, this episode highlights the significant impact pediatric practitioners have in preventing such tragedies by offering anticipatory guidance to families. Tune in for essential tips on keeping kids safe and how pediatric practitioners are playing a crucial role in that.
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Preventing Pediatric Drowning and Advancements in Reducing Brain Damage: A Conversation with Dr. Ted Wu
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Manage episode 492449596 series 3533994
Link for CME Credit Coming soon
In this episode of "Pediatrics Now," host Holly Wayment returns with Dr. Ted Wu to discuss the critical issue of unintentional injuries in children, focusing on drowning prevention. Dr. Wu emphasizes the importance of assigning a designated observer for children playing in water during summer to prevent drowning accidents, sharing insights from his extensive experience in pediatric critical care.
Listeners will also learn about advancements in treating post-cardiac arrest in children, exploring the therapeutic use of hypothermia to improve neurological outcomes and the ongoing research in targeted temperature management.
Additionally, this episode highlights the significant impact pediatric practitioners have in preventing such tragedies by offering anticipatory guidance to families. Tune in for essential tips on keeping kids safe and how pediatric practitioners are playing a crucial role in that.
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