Paeds ED Template

Presenting Complaint and Background: 10-year-old male presents to the Emergency Department with a three-day history of fever, cough, and shortness of breath. The cough is productive of yellow sputum. The patient's mother reports that the symptoms have progressively worsened, and he has been unable to keep down any food or fluids for the last 24 hours. He has no known allergies and is up to date with his vaccinations. Past Medical History: * No significant past medical history. Drug History: * Paracetamol 500mg PRN for fever. Allergies: * No known allergies. Social History: Patient lives at home with both parents and a younger sibling. He attends primary school and is doing well academically. The family denies any recent travel or exposure to sick contacts. Paediatric History: * Birth History: Full-term, vaginal delivery, no complications. * Immunisation History: Up to date. * Developmental Milestones and Growth: Normal. Observations and Examination: * General: Appears unwell, lethargic but responsive. * GCS: 15. * Chest: Increased work of breathing, bilateral wheezes and crackles auscultated. * Cardiac: Regular rate and rhythm, no murmurs. * Abdominal: Soft, non-tender, bowel sounds present. * Peripheral: Capillary refill <2 seconds, good pulses, warm peripheries. Impression: Likely community-acquired pneumonia with dehydration. Investigations: * Chest X-ray: Shows consolidation in the right lower lobe. * Blood tests: Elevated white blood cell count, mild dehydration. Diagnosis: * Community-acquired pneumonia. * Dehydration. Interventions and Actions: * IV fluids administered. * Oxygen via nasal cannula. * Nebulised salbutamol. * Blood cultures taken. * Antibiotics (ceftriaxone) administered. Plan: * Continue IV fluids and oxygen. * Monitor vital signs and respiratory status. * Repeat chest X-ray in 24 hours. * Admit to the paediatric ward for further management and observation. * Review blood culture results and adjust antibiotics as needed. * Follow-up with paediatrician.