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The Return of RSV in the NICU: New Management & Mitigation Strategies

by Michael Narvey, MD, FAAP, FRCPC
  • Duration: 60 Mins
  • Credits: 1 CERP, 1 R-CERP, 1 Nurse Contact Hours, 1 CME
  • Handout: Yes
Abstract:

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) moves through the world each year. What do we know about it's impact on babies and children and what can be done to minimize the impact on babies and their families? This talk will cover information on the impacts on the health of our population and importantly cover recent updates on the management of RSV bronchiolitis including preventative vaccination programs available to ameliorate the impact of this condition.

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the impact of RSV on hospitalization of children and what places some infants at higher risk of infection and morbidity
2. Explain what works best for the treatment of infants with RSV bronchiolitis.
3. Describe the differences between two vaccinations available to reduce seasonal morbidity from RSV bronchiolitis.