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Approach to Interpreting a Pediatric Chest Radiograph

Approach to Interpreting a Pediatric Chest Radiograph Radiography has provided clinicians with the ability to detect subtle nuances and confirm overt and covert diagnoses. This article outlines a systematic approach to interpreting a chest radiograph for the advanced practice nurse practicing in an emergency department setting. Accurate interpretation of a normal versus an abnormal pediatric chest radiograph requires a standard, thorough approach by the clinician. The clinician should choose the best radiographic view based on age, compliance, history of present illness, and physical examination findings. The importance of interpreting a chest radiograph in a systematic manner avoids an approach that may lead to misdiagnosis. Collaboration with a physician ultimately ensures a safe diagnosis and effective treatment. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Advanced Emergency Nursing Journal Wolters Kluwer Health

Approach to Interpreting a Pediatric Chest Radiograph

Advanced Emergency Nursing Journal , Volume 28 (3) – Jul 1, 2006

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© 2006 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Inc.
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1931-4485
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1931-4493

Abstract

Radiography has provided clinicians with the ability to detect subtle nuances and confirm overt and covert diagnoses. This article outlines a systematic approach to interpreting a chest radiograph for the advanced practice nurse practicing in an emergency department setting. Accurate interpretation of a normal versus an abnormal pediatric chest radiograph requires a standard, thorough approach by the clinician. The clinician should choose the best radiographic view based on age, compliance, history of present illness, and physical examination findings. The importance of interpreting a chest radiograph in a systematic manner avoids an approach that may lead to misdiagnosis. Collaboration with a physician ultimately ensures a safe diagnosis and effective treatment.

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Advanced Emergency Nursing JournalWolters Kluwer Health

Published: Jul 1, 2006

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