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The Implication of the Pediatric Obesity Epidemic on Weight-based Dosing of Prescription Medications
South College RecordsBackground: Pediatric obesity is a nationwide public health concern that contributes greatly to the morbidity and mortality of the US population. Not only does obesity predispose a patient to various chronic health conditions, but it also affects th…
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The Effectiveness of Hand Hygiene on the Prevention of Acute Respiratory Infections
South College RecordsBACKGROUND: Acute Respiratory Infections (ARIs) result in a significant amount of morbidity and mortality in the United States and around the world. Research has shown that basic principles of hand washing reduce the transmission of respiratory infe…
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The Utility of Different Biomarkers in Vivo as a Diagnostic Predictor Of Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review
South College RecordsBackground: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a disorder that materializes during a patient’s youth and can affect how they relate to others due to deficits in communication and social interactions. It is important for ASD to be diagnosed early so t…
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The Role of Antiarrhythmics in Cardiac Arrest
South College RecordsBackground: Current guidelines for treatment of cardiac arrest with a shockable rhythm recommend the administration of either amiodarone or lidocaine. There are differing opinions on the effectiveness of antiarrhythmic medications, especially given …
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