PedsGuide 2.3.0

In support of advancing pediatric care, Children's Mercy Kansas City has developed PedsGuide to provide evidence-based pediatric clinical support guidelines for the benefit of healthcare professionals. PedsGuide is a comprehensive pediatric clinical decision support tool designed to offer step-by-step interactive guidance, incorporating evidence-based practices and expert opinions to aid in managing various acute illnesses in children.

Each module within PedsGuide has been meticulously crafted and refined by a diverse team of clinical experts, pharmacists, medical librarians, Human Factors scientists, and innovation specialists. Through the utilization of Human Factors methodology, the tool features user-friendly interfaces that ensure quick accessibility to information and assessment tools, streamlining care management processes while reducing cognitive strain on the user.

It is imperative to note that while PedsGuide is a valuable resource, it is not a substitute for the professional judgment and evaluation of healthcare providers and emergency personnel. Users should exercise caution and refrain from solely relying on PedsGuide for making clinical diagnoses or treatment decisions. Children's Mercy emphasizes that any actions taken based on information from PedsGuide are the sole responsibility of the user.

Key features of PedsGuide include:

• Interactive flow algorithms for supporting advanced pediatric emergencies
• Weight and age-based tools for pediatric resuscitation, emergent medication dosing, cardiovascular drip calculation, and more
• Evaluation algorithms for managing febrile infants under 90 days old
• Checklists for assessing a patient's risk of severe illness based on clinical and medical history
• Tools for acute asthma exacerbation management and nationally recognized scoring systems
• Recommendations for diagnosis and initial management of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) with IVF and insulin drip titration
• Guidelines for routine diabetes management and insulin dose calculations
• Algorithm for Brief Resolved Unexplained Event assessment and treatment guidelines
• Future updates to include assessment and treatment guidelines for atopic dermatitis

PedsGuide continues to evolve with several new modules currently in development, promising additional resources to enhance pediatric care practices. Stay informed for upcoming releases!