EMDocs

MAY 15, 2024

Ultrasound Sensitivity 88-100%, specificity 68-94% Positive likelihood ratio of 14.6 (95% While chest radiograph is often the first-line imaging modality, lung ultrasound has higher sensitivity and can detect pulmonary abnormalities earlier; CT imaging should be considered if initial imaging is negative or if concern for PE is present.

Blood Transfusions 78

Blood Transfusions Fluid Resuscitation Dehydration Ultrasounds 78

EMDocs

MAY 28, 2024

Ultrasound Sensitivity 88-100%, specificity 68-94% LR+ of 14.6 (95% While chest radiograph is often the first-line imaging modality, lung ultrasound has higher sensitivity and can detect pulmonary abnormalities earlier; CT imaging should be considered if initial imaging is negative or if concern for PE is present. pneumoniae, C.

Blood Transfusions 75

Blood Transfusions Fluid Resuscitation Dehydration Ultrasounds 75

Taming the SRU

OCTOBER 7, 2024

It is estimated to affect every 1 in 500 to 2000 pregnancies. history of VTE, increased calf circumference, pain and swelling), then the next step is to attain a compressible ultrasound of the affected leg. If there are no DVT symptoms or the compressive ultrasound is normal, then the D-dimer is utilized.

Ultrasounds 63

Ultrasounds CDC Research Stroke 63

EB Medicine

AUGUST 6, 2019

Nachi: Specifically, we’ll be focusing on the use of DOACs for the indications of stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation and the treatment and prevention of recurrent venous thromboembolisms. Jeff: Rivaroxaban, trade name Xarelto, the second FDA approved DOAC, is used for stroke prevention in those with nonvalvular afib and VTE treatment.

Emergency Department 40

Emergency Department Stroke Wellness Outcomes 40

Taming the SRU

AUGUST 30, 2023

Notably, lung ultrasound for the diagnosis of bacterial CAP demonstrated exceptional stand-alone diagnostic accuracy in 33 studies including 4,901 adults and children in the emergency department, with a pooled sensitivity of 92% and specificity of 90%. 2000 Aug;30(1):17-24. Semin Arthritis Rheum. doi: 10.1053/sarh.2000.8366.

Infectious Diseases 88

Infectious Diseases Sepsis Emergency Department Point-of-Care Testing 88

Pediatric Emergency Playbook

JANUARY 1, 2017

Facial grimacing is a weak indicator of pain in neonates ( Liebelt 2000 ). Use soothing sensory measures: speak softly, offer a pacifier, and stroke the skin softly. 2000 Aug;106(2 Pt 1):351-7. Ultrasound guidance for pediatric peripheral nerve blockade. Do not expect typical pain behaviors in neonates. Pediatrics.

Pediatrics 40

Pediatrics Soft Tissue Injuries Burns Emergency Department 40

Pediatric Emergency Playbook

JUNE 1, 2017

The previously well child now decompensated: undiagnosed thrombophilia Asymptomatic patent foramen ovale (PFO) is the cause of some cases of cryptogenic vascular disease, such as stroke and MI. Cardiovasculr Ultrasound. 2000; 35(6):618-622. However, the presence of PFO alone does not connote higher risk. Circulation.

Pediatrics 52

Pediatrics EKG/ECG Wellness Seizures 52