Journal of pediatric health care : official publication of National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates & Practitioners
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J Pediatr Health Care · Nov 2008
Case ReportsTopical benzocaine-induced methemoglobinemia in the pediatric population.
Topical benzocaine is an anesthetic agent that is often used before procedures and clinical tests, such as esophagoscopy, bronchoscopy, and endotracheal intubation. However, a potential deadly condition known as methemoglobinemia can occur with this agent. ⋯ Topical benzocaine-induced methemoglobinemia can occur in the pediatric population. Prompt management with intravenous methylene blue should be initiated for reversal.
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J Pediatr Health Care · Sep 2008
Review Case ReportsSupraventricular tachycardia in the pediatric primary care setting: Age-related presentation, diagnosis, and management.
As many as 1 in 250 children experience supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), but its presentation is often vague and its symptoms mistakenly attributed to other common pediatric conditions. If SVT is correctly identified in a timely manner, most children will go on to live normal healthy lives. ⋯ This article reviews common mechanisms of SVT and their age-related presentation, diagnosis, and management. A case study of an 8-year-old boy with SVT is presented.