Friedman, J. N., Goldman, R. D., Srivastava, R., & Parkin, P. C. (2004). The Journal of pediatrics. Abstract Conclusions: Clinicians and researchers may consider this four-item, 8-point rating scale, developed using formal measurement methodology, as an alternative to scales developed ad hoc.
Author: Lenore Jarvis MD MEd
Prior to medical school, Lenore taught first grade for Teach for America in Las Vegas. Lenore's interests include international health, medical education, ultrasound, and child advocacy. In her free time, she enjoys running, biking, yoga, and traveling.
The “two bag system” for variable intravenous dextrose and fluid administration: benefits in diabetic ketoacidosis management
Grimberg, A., Cerri, R. W., Satin-Smith, M., & Cohen, P. (1999). The Journal of pediatrics. Abstract Conclusions: The two bag system can provide more cost-effective intravenous dextrose and fluid delivery and enhance quality of care by improving the efficiency, timeliness, and flexibility of overall control.
Risk factors for cerebral edema in children with diabetic ketoacidosis
Glaser, N., Barnett, P., McCaslin, I., Nelson, D., Trainor, J., Louie, J., … & Kuppermann, N. (2001). New England Journal of Medicine. Abstract Conclusions: Children with diabetic ketoacidosis who have low partial pressures of arterial carbon dioxide and high serum urea nitrogen concentrations at presentation and who are treated with bicarbonate are at increased risk […]
Initial Fluid Resuscitation for Patients With Diabetic Ketoacidosis: How Dry Are They?
Fagan, M. J., Avner, J., & Khine, H. (2008). Clinical pediatrics. Abstract Conclusions: The magnitude of dehydration in DKA is not reflected by either clinical or biochemical parameters. These findings need confirmation in larger studies.
The Accuracy of Clinical Assessment of Dehydration During Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Childhood
Koves, I. H., Neutze, J., Donath, S., Lee, W., Werther, G. A., Barnett, P., & Cameron, F. J. (2004). Diabetes care. Abstract Conclusions: No abstract available.