Module Description: It is a windy spring day in a rural town in New Mexico. A group of friends and their children go to the local park for the afternoon. One of the children, a six year old girl, wanders off with her brother to play on a set of bleachers. A fall to the concrete below renders her unconscious and the mother seeks medical attention for her at the local Medical Clinic. This module discusses Pediatric Head, Neck and Spine Trauma in children. Robert Sapien, MD, Chief of the Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine and John Phillips, MD, Pediatric Neurologist at the M.I.N.D Institute; both from the University of New Mexico; discuss medical management issues on this topic.

Module Description: The mother and child arrive at the rural clinic and the medical staff manage this young girl based on the assessment of her injury and treat her with the resources they have available. A special breakout interview with Katherine Chavez, RN discusses clinic preparation for pediatric emergencies and recommended education. The interview discussion between Robert Sapien, MD and John Phillips, MD continues as they discuss more in depth diagnostics and medical management of children with head, neck and spine trauma.

Module Description:  Starting the day on time is a challenge for many families. A mother and son are late and in a hurry as they get into their car. The 8 yo boy gets into the front seat and improperly restrains himself as he places the shoulder strap under his arm. Moments later they are involved in a motor vehicle collision and the boy sustains traumatic injuries.  Robert Sapien, MD, Chief of the Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine and Stephen Lu, MD, Director of Burn and Trauma services; both from the University of New Mexico; discuss pediatric trauma especially abdomen and chest trauma as it relates to this filmed scenario  This is Part 1 of 3 of an exciting, informative module series