Good paediatric communication involves more than breaking bad news. This dasSMACC teaching post explores cultural assumptions, preparing children and families for procedures, and listening directly to young patients, with practical ways to make consultations more inclusive and honest.
It’s Not OK: Communication in Paediatric Critical Care at #dasSMACC Read More
What does critical illness feel like to a child? Eimear and her mother Rachel share their experience in a smaccMINI conversation, with written takeaways about fear, clear explanations, the ICU environment and preparing patients and families for recovery and discharge.
Critically Ill in PED – the Patient Perspective at #smaccMINI #smaccDUB Read More
Natalie May’s notes accompanying her 2015 smaccMINI talk explore assessment of the previously well child with altered consciousness. The post covers protecting the brain and organising possible causes through the ‘5MF’ framework, including infection, metabolic illness, medication effects and seizures.
You Snooze, You Lose? #smaccUS The Child with Altered Consciousness Read More
Natalie May’s SMACC Dublin workshop notes review the 2015 paediatric and neonatal resuscitation guidelines. This historical teaching resource covers airway and ventilation, unexpected deliveries, care after resuscitation and communication with families, explaining why newborn resuscitation needs particular preparation.
#smaccMINI – Paediatric Resuscitation Update at #smaccDUB Read More
