A hiccup cure that works-really
I learned this hiccup cure, which always works for me, from my Russian grandmother: Have the child stand up straight, shoulders back, with her hands locked behind her back. Then have her swallow a few large sips of water while another person holds the cup. The hiccups should resolve in about ten seconds. I'm not sure why this works. It may have something to do with stimulating the phrenic nerve when one swallows while standing straight with the hands behind the back.
Julia Bramwell, MDParsippany, N.J.
Synthesizing CDC immunization recommendations with Mary Koslap-Petraco, DNP, PPCNP-BC, CPNP, FAANP
March 27th 2024Mary Koslap-Petraco, DNP, PPCNP-BC, CPNP, FAANP, provided a review and reminder of the CDC immunization recommendations and schedule during her session at the 45th National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) National Conference on Pediatric Health Care in Denver, Colorado.