Before you start your rotation, you need to know these things:

1. Structure of a pediatric history
2. Structure of a pediatric SOAP
3. Differences in pediatric and adult vital ranges

Before you start your rotation, read these topics

(in Wayne’s peds notes, not IM)

1. Asthma/bronchitis/Bronchiolitis/Croup/Pneumonia - you will mainly see respiratory illnesses on paeds
2. TTN + MAS + NRDS
3. Sickle Cell Disease
4. UTI
5. Cerebral Palsy
6. Developmental Milestones

During your rotation, carry these items:

1. Tape measure
2. stethoscope
3. pens/folder etc
4. High Noise Tolerance - there will be crying, everyday.