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It’s been a few years, but I remember getting asked a few of these emergencies:
Asthma Mx protocol, epilepsy Mx protocol, shocked baby/child - initial management and then figuring out the type of shock. Might get asked about DKA Mx.
Remember to mention referral to ICU, unless you’re going for a paeds ICU interview, obviously.
Also for neonates: HIE criteria and protocol, jaundice, PSBI case, importance of breastfeeding.
Might get asked about children’s rights for consent to procedures and things.
Also good to know the MTCT and IPT protocols, they sometimes ask that.
Was also asked how I cope with high intensity/stressful situations when I went for an ICU interview.
Other than that the general basics: conflict resolution, teaching and supervision of junior doctors, batho pele, etc.
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