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Diagnostics: Inflammatory Markers

Taming the SRU

However, PCT can be elevated in severe trauma, such as burns or surgery [5,25]. 2003 Jun;111(12):1805-12. 2003 Jul;112(2):299. 2003 Jun;111(12):1805-12. 2003 Jul;112(2):299. Surviving sepsis campaign: international guidelines for management of sepsis and septic shock 2021. J Clin Invest. C Reactive Protein.

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The Technologically Dependent Child in the ED

Pediatric Emergency Playbook

He is in compensated shock. Increased demand may be temporary, such as in burns, s/p cardiac surgery, or ay prolonged recovery. Clin Chest Med 24 (2003) 473– 487 The Huber needle is not a resuscitative line. Obtain proper access to give fluids -- do not rely on the port-a-cath. Vascular devices are notoriously troublesome.

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EM@3AM: Erysipelas

EMDocs

She has had pruritus and swelling to the site accompanied by a painful burning sensation and a couple “painful knots” on her right inguinal region. She denies any prior history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT, IV drug use, or any history of vascular surgeries to the lower extremities. pneumoniae , S. M., & Bédane, C. link] Brindle, R.,

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Pediatric Pain

Pediatric Emergency Playbook

Children have long suffered from an under-treatment of their pain, due both to our incomplete acknowledgement of their pain and our fear of treatment ( Howard 2003 ). Pediatric burns should be assessed carefully and treated aggressively. Minor burns can be treated topically and with oral medications. Emerg Med Australas.