Paediatrics

A pharmacist has been issued a warning by the regulator after a baby in palliative care was accidentally administered 20 times the correct amount of morphine. 

The Public Health Agency (PHA) has said there are “no plans” to roll out the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine from community pharmacies in Northern Ireland, despite a recent influx of cases. 

Should you intervene in this counter discussion about removing headlice?

Do you understand the new guidance relating to the use of oral lidocaine-containing products for teething in children?

Could this child’s symptoms require more than a simple paracetamol suspension?

During a consultation, a patient confesses concern over her flashbacks and anxiety. Are you able to support her?

Read this in-depth CPD on depression in children to find out more about mental health issues In young people

Type 1 diabetes is most commonly identified in children and adolescents. Can you recognise the signs and symptoms?

Do you know the best way to measure a child’s body temperature?

A clinical nurse specialist reiterates the importance of good inhaler technique among younger patients