Best Practice Guidelines in the Acute Care Management of Pediatric Mild TBI and Concussion
Tracks
Montego AF
Thursday, March 28, 2024 |
4:05 PM - 5:05 PM |
Montego AF |
Session Type/Accreditation
Concurrent Symposia Session (CME) - Moderator: John Leddy
Speaker(s)
Dr. Roger Zemek
Children's Hosp of Eastern Ontario
Best Practice Guidelines in the Acute Care Management of Pediatric Mild TBI and Concussion
4:10 PM - 5:05 PMAbstract(s)
This session will equip attendees with the latest evidence-based approaches for managing mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) and concussion in children and adolescents. Participants will learn to conduct a thorough physical exam specific to concussions, recognize the prognostic factors using the 5P score to predict those at higher risk for persistent post-concussion symptoms (PPCS), and implement both pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies to mitigate the risk of PPCS. The workshop will also introduce how to navigate the dynamic Living Guideline for Pediatric Concussion Care (PedsConcussion.com) to enable clinicians and stakeholders to integrate continuously updated best practices into care protocols. This comprehensive overview is designed to enhance clinical skills, improve patient outcomes, and refine the standard of care in pediatric mild TBI management.