How do you determine when to be concerned or when to reassure a pediatric patient experiencing chest pain? In this episode, we’ll explore a systematic approach to evaluating chest pain in children. We’ll discuss how to distinguish between urgent and non-urgent causes, highlight key red flag symptoms that signal the need for follow-up testing, and review the workup for potential emergencies. Join us as we navigate these important topics to improve your clinical decision-making!
 
Scripting and Fact-Checking Credits: 
Dr. Christopher Demas (Peds, PGY-4)
Dr. Jodi Ehrmann (Pediatric Hospitalist)
Dr. Emily Jacobson (Pediatric Hospitalist)
 
Attribution: 
Lemon and Melon by "https://app.sessions.blue/browse/track/260783" Blue Dot Sessions 
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First Pediatrics

Christopher Demas, MD

Pediatric Chest Pain

JUL 15, 202428 MIN
First Pediatrics

Pediatric Chest Pain

JUL 15, 202428 MIN

Description

How do you determine when to be concerned or when to reassure a pediatric patient experiencing chest pain? In this episode, we’ll explore a systematic approach to evaluating chest pain in children. We’ll discuss how to distinguish between urgent and non-urgent causes, highlight key red flag symptoms that signal the need for follow-up testing, and review the workup for potential emergencies. Join us as we navigate these important topics to improve your clinical decision-making!   Scripting and Fact-Checking Credits:  Dr. Christopher Demas (Peds, PGY-4) Dr. Jodi Ehrmann (Pediatric Hospitalist) Dr. Emily Jacobson (Pediatric Hospitalist)   Attribution:  Lemon and Melon by "https://app.sessions.blue/browse/track/260783" Blue Dot Sessions  Mixkit Sound Effects