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Eisenmenger Syndrome in Children
Eisenmenger syndrome is an advanced form of pulmonary artery hypertension.
Learn MoreElbow Dislocation
The elbow joint is made up of 3 bones – 1 upper arm bone (humerus) and 2 forearm bones (ulna and radius). An elbow dislocation is an injury to the elbow joint that causes the humerus and ulna to be moved from their normal spot, so they no longer fit together.
Learn MoreElectrical Burns
Electrical burns occur when a child comes in contact with electricity, either alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC).
Learn MoreElectrocardiography for Children
Electrocardiography (ECG) is a simple, fast test to check the electrical activity of your child's heart as blood moves through it.
Learn MoreElectroencephalogram (EEG) for Children
An electroencephalogram (EEG) is a test that measures the electrical activity in the brain (brain waves). Small, round discs with wires (electrodes) are placed on the scalp during the test. The electrodes are not painful to your child.
Learn MoreElevated Liver Enzymes
Elevated (too high) levels of liver enzymes are a warning sign that something might be harming the liver. Two of these enzymes are alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST). Symptoms of elevated liver enzymes may include jaundice and swelling of the abdomen, arms or legs.
Learn MoreEmergency Contact Information
In an emergency, it is easy to "forget" even the most well-known information. That's why it is crucial to complete the information in this form for each member of your household.
Learn MoreEmergency Treatment of a Burn Injury
Detailed information on emergency treatment of a burn injury
Learn MoreEmery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy
Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy is a rare form of MD that affects only males. Symptoms may begin in childhood or adolescence. The condition causes slowly progressive weakness in the muscles of the shoulders, upper arms, and lower legs and joint stiffness.
Learn MoreEmery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy in Children
EDMD is a rare inherited muscle disease. It causes weakness in your child’s shoulders, upper arms, and calves. The disease also causes stiff joints that can’t move well.
Learn MoreEmotional and Family Issues in Children with Heart Disease
A detailed look at the way children may feel about having congenital heart disease--and tips for helping them cope.
Learn MoreEncephalitis in Children
Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain. The inflammation causes the brain to swell. This leads to changes in a child's nervous system that can include confusion, changes in alertness, and seizures.
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Helping Hands Patient Education Materials
Written and illustrated by medical, nursing and allied health professionals at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Helping Hand instructions are intended as a supplement to verbal instructions provided by a medical professional. The information is periodically reviewed and revised to reflect our current practice. However, Nationwide Children's Hospital is not responsible for any consequences resulting from the use or misuse of the information in the Helping Hands.