Have you heard the term "trauma-informed care" being used more frequently lately? In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, this approach to healthcare has gained significant attention as a way to better support patients who have experienced trauma.

Anna and I dive into the concept of trauma-informed care, exploring its key principles and the steps we can take to create a safe and supportive environment for our patients.

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In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of implicit bias: those unconscious judgments and assumptions we make about others based on characteristics like age, race, gender, and more. As healthcare providers, our implicit biases can have real consequences for our patients' experiences and outcomes.

We explore what implicit bias looks like in healthcare settings, how it can lead us astray in our clinical reasoning, and most importantly - what we can do to overcome it. With some honest self-reflection and a commitment to expanding our perspectives, we can all take steps to become more aware, sensitive, and equitable clinicians.

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Have you ever wondered what causes chest pain in adolescents or how to handle frequent ear infections in under-vaccinated infants? In today's episode, Anna and I dive into some fascinating pediatric case studies that highlight important clinical concepts for nurse practitioners, discussing conditions like precordial catch syndrome, febrile seizures, and celiac disease.

Expand your knowledge of pediatric care and feel more confident the next time you encounter one of these challenging clinical scenarios in your practice. We explore the key signs and symptoms to look out for, along with the most appropriate diagnostic tests and management strategies.

Get full show notes and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/3-pediatric-case-studies/