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This session identifies the clinical features of acute behavioural disturbance (ABD) and covers the initial assessment and management of patients with ABD in the ED.
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The child with decreased consciousness is a common problem with many possible diagnoses and potentially high mortality and morbidity.
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Hyperosmolar hyperglycaemic State is a common presentation to the ED which can mimic many other disease processes.
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Thyroid storm is a rare but life-threatening endocrine condition that should be considered, recognised and treated quickly
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The spontaneous presentation of phaeochromocytoma is normally between the age of 40 and 50 years, however the hereditary forms often present in younger individuals, including children.
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For hypercalcaemia to develop, the normal calcium regulation system must be overwhelmed by an excess of PTH, calcitriol, some other serum factor that can mimic these hormones, or a huge calcium load.
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This session will explore the management of diabetic ketoacidosis in young people with relevance to the published evidence and national guidelines.
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Hypoglycaemia is usually unpleasant, often becomes a source of fear, and can be an embarrassment as well as a safety risk
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This session covers effective assessment, diagnosis and management of the patients presenting with coma.