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Fluid Choice and Blood Products
These pathways do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case. It is recognized that each case is different, and those individuals involved in providing health care are expected to use...
Monitor Response and Vital Sign Targets
References Akre, M., Finkelstein, M., Erickson, M., Liu, M., Vanderbilt, L., & Billman, G. (2010). Sensitivity of the pediatric early warning score to identify patient deterioration. Pediatrics, 125(4)
IV Escalation Plan
References Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (2023). Immediate IV access, IV escalation plan. https://www.chop.edu/clinical-pathway/sepsis-immediate-iv-access-iv-escalation-plan-ed-inpatient-picu Weiss...
Fluid Resuscitation
Fluid Therapy Administer a LR or NS fluid bolus of 10-20 mL/kg if shock present Monitor response to fluids (Vital Sign Targets and Clinical Goals for Initial Resuscitation) Tailor fluid therapy to the...
Laboratory Studies
Consider Inflammatory Conditions That May Manifest With Fever and Shock Kawaski Disease While rare, shock may be present in children with Kawasaki disease (Çakan et al., 2016) Multisystem Inflammatory...
Alternative Diagnoses
Syncope, convulsive syncope Complicated migraine or migraine with aura Gastrointestinal disorders (reflux) Psychiatric conditions (panic attacks, psychogenic non-epileptic events) Transient ischemic attack...
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my child have a seizure again? 75% of children will not have any further seizure activity. Could my child die from a seizure? Death after a first-time, unprovoked seizure is very rare. Does brain...
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the chance of my child having another febrile seizure? It is hard to predict if your child will have another febrile seizure. If your child does have another febrile seizure, it will likely be like...
International Sites
Children's Mercy has had residents and fellows travel to 16 different countries within the last 5 years and continue to open new opportunities for international sites.
Understanding parasocial relationships in teen media use
Learn signs of unhealthy relationships with social media use and how to guide your teen through parasocial relationships.
February 2026
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IV Contrast for MRI and CT: Contrast-associated Acute Kidney Injury
Any acute kidney injury (AKI) occurring within 48 hours after the administration of contrast media. The term post-contrast acute kidney injury (PC-AKI) is synonymous with contrast-associated acute kidney...
Children’s Mercy on Ash Ave. near Liberty, Mo.
Children’s Mercy on Ash Ave. near Liberty, Mo. offers convenient, expert pediatric care for kids. This location brings together Express Care, the Orthopedic Injury Clinic and Sports Medicine follow‑up...
Financial Resources and Billing Information
Insurance Plans and Coverage Types Accepted Pay My Bill Payment Types Accepted Financial Assistance Understanding health care costs No Surprises Act Billing Process Cost of Care Estimate Tool Insurance...
Injury Management
Whether it’s on the practice field or under the lights on Friday night, injuries can happen when kids play sports. Children’s Mercy cares for student-athletes of all ages with advanced diagnostic tools and...
Child Life Clinical Internship Program
The Child Life Department at Children’s Mercy Hospital offers a 16-week, 640 hour, comprehensive, competency based child life internship program at the undergraduate and graduate level. Students are given...
Lucy Raab: Child Life Distinguished Service Award
Lucy's award photo Although Lucy Raab holds a leadership role as Assistant Director of Child Life, you’re just as likely to find her squishing shaving cream with a patient during a difficult procedure...
Navigating challenges in blended families
Explore effective ways for blended families to communicate, adapt and create a nurturing environment for kids adjusting to change.
The Link - January 2026
Our January issue features the latest news and updates on pediatric care from Children's Mercy clinicians. The Link - January 2026 Evidence Based Strategies: Closing the Gap - Best Practices for...
Pay My Bill
Children’s Mercy has a new payment system — MyChart. Some older balances may need to be paid in our previous system. Pay in full discount Paying your balance in full may qualify you for a discount. Minimum...