Foreign Bodies in the Head and Neck

In this episode of the Pediatric Emergency Playbook, Tim Horeczko discusses the approach to foreign bodies in the head and neck of pediatric patients. He covers common objects, techniques for calming children during removal procedures, and specific strategies for the ear, nose, and throat. For the ear, he emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between graspable and non-graspable objects, and provides guidance on insect removal and avoiding irrigation with vegetable matter. For the nose, he highlights common lodgement locations and cautions against pushing objects further back. In the throat, he reviews BLS maneuvers for choking, discusses the significance of button batteries, and outlines when urgent removal is necessary, also detailing various tools and techniques for foreign body extraction, including the Mother's Kiss and the Beamsley Blaster Technique.