98/56... a little low for him, but not by much. We even called them on it. Seemed like we knew more than they did (turns out we did)Were his BP's in the toilet? Tachycardic? That's a ton of fluid to put on him just for an elevated white count.
Sheesh. I'm sorry he had to go through that.Keerock said:98/56... a little low for him, but not by much. We even called them on it. Seemed like we knew more than they did (turns out we did)
There are sepsis protocols in place at most ERs to rapidly initiate treatment for anything vaguely resembling sepsis. As a result, many patients get flooded with fluids and receive antibiotics unnecessarily.Tecumseh said:Were his BP's in the toilet? Tachycardic? That's a ton of fluid to put on him just for an elevated white count.
I'm aware. I'm a pediatric oncology nurse. That;s why I was asking.There are sepsis protocols in place at most ERs to rapidly initiate treatment for anything vaguely resembling sepsis. As a result, many patients get flooded with fluids and receive antibiotics unnecessarily.
Will do.Please send up some extra T&P for Jack. He’s not doing well... disease in his chest and lungs making it difficult to breathe and now has disease in his jaw. Kid needs a miracle right now.![]()
Jack's an amazing kid who can conjure a miracle. All my best vibes and healing thoughts coming his way.Please send up some extra T&P for Jack. He’s not doing well... disease in his chest and lungs making it difficult to breathe and now has disease in his jaw. Kid needs a miracle right now.![]()
Well ####. Come on Jack, you've got this!Keerock said:Please send up some extra T&P for Jack. He’s not doing well... disease in his chest and lungs making it difficult to breathe and now has disease in his jaw. Kid needs a miracle right now.![]()