Bouchard’s nodes

Bouchard’s nodes in the PIP-joints due to formation of bony nodules, a clinical sign seen in patients with osteoarthritis. Case courtesy of Dr. Samir Benoudina, Radiopaedia.org, rID: 43417

Figure – 14

Left/right hand radiograph in a patient with osteoarthritis (OA), which shows joint space narrowing of the DIPs, osteophytes, and bone remodelling. These radiographic features are typical in mild to severe OA. Case courtesy of Dr. Craig Hacking, Radiopaedia.org, rID:...

pGALS Exam

pGALS   pGALS, similar to the GALS in adults, is a screening exam of the gait, arms, legs, and spine, commonly applied to rheumatologic or MSK concerns Video demonstration of pediatric GALS screening...

Asthma Action Plan

Asthma Action Plan Asthma action plans are used to counsel families and provide a concrete plan for chronic management Available from https://aafa.org/asthma/asthma-treatment/asthma-treatment-action-plan/ <img...

Wheeze

Wheeze Wheeze is an audible sound during expiration; associated with asthma, bronchiolitis, and more Compare with stridor Video of a child with audible expiratory...

Stridor

Stridor Stridor is an audible sound during inspiration; associated with croup, bacterial tracheitis, epiglottitis, foreign body aspiration, and more Compare with wheeze Video of a child with audible inspiratory...

PRAM Score

PRAM Score – The PRAM score is a clinical tool for assessing the severity of respiratory distress in the context of an asthma exacerbation – Available from CPS https://cps.ca/documents/position/managing-an-acute-asthma-exacerbation

Measles

Measles – Note the erythematous, maculopapular rash – Typically begins 3d after symptoms onset; starts at hairline and spreads downwards; spares palms and soles For an image, please see: https://dermnetnz.org/topics/measles-images