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NICU, pharmacologic use for opioid-exposed neonates declined post-AAP guidelines
Pharmacologic treatment and NICU use declined for infants exposed to opioids in the womb following the publication of related guidelines from the AAP, according to a study published in Pediatrics.
Initial high oxygen concentration may reduce mortality in very preterm infants
High initial concentrations of lower fractional inspired oxygen may reduce mortality in very preterm infants, according to a study published in JAMA Pediatrics, although the researchers said their finding is not enough to change practice.
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Q&A: What is the ID clinician’s role in end-of-life care?
Patients receiving infectious diseases consultation over the past decade were increasingly complex, generally sicker and more likely to die soon after a consultation was performed.
Panel comes to consensus on hospital care for opioid-exposed infants
Noting that practice varies widely across hospitals, an expert panel came to a consensus on the first quality indicators for the care of opioid-exposed infants.
AI could help speed antibiotic selection for sepsis
An AI system correctly chose antibiotics for sepsis treatment faster than the standard method using blood cultures, according to a study presented at ASM Microbe.
Instructions for cleaning medical instruments need overhaul, experts say
The leading U.S. professional association for infection preventionists recently called for an overhaul to medical device cleaning instructions based on a survey that revealed confusion, inconsistency and potential danger.
VIDEO: Infection preventionists are leaders by definition, experts say
SAN ANTONIO — At this year’s Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology annual conference, the program’s keynote talks focused on developing both skills and confidence, and consciously leading infection prevention efforts.
Urinalysis not accurate for diagnosing UTIs in children with spina bifida
Urinalysis did not accurately diagnose UTIs in children with spina bifida, according to study results published in Pediatrics.
Study: Specialized approach needed for infant head injuries
Among children aged younger than 2 years evaluated in the ED for a head injury, infants aged younger than age 3 months were far more likely to have a traumatic brain injury than older toddlers, a study found.
VIDEO: APIC looking for applicants for new leadership program
SAN ANTONIO — The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology announced a new leadership program aimed at developing the next generation of infection preventionists.
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