Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2016

An immediate 12-lead EKG was obtained: There is ST elevation in leads aVR and V1, with marked ST depression in I, II, III, aVF, V3-V6. In addition, the patient received 750 mL of fluid resuscitation with transient improvement of blood pressure. What should be done? Should the cath lab be activated?

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EKG/ECG Shock Fluid Resuscitation Documentation/Coding 40

Taming the SRU

APRIL 10, 2023

UDS : positive for amphetamines, benzodiazepines, fentanyl, THC EKG : Normal sinus rhythm, incomplete right bundle branch block, normal axis, normal intervals. He was given an intravenous fluid bolus with minimal improvement in his blood pressure, but remained alert. 2003 May 27;168(11):1421-3. Diagnostics WBC : 8.6

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EKG/ECG Fluid Resuscitation Administration Emergency Department 52

EMDocs

JULY 19, 2023

8 As always, remember to correct electrolyte abnormalities and provide fluid resuscitation as indicated. 2003 Oct 30;349(18):1731-7. Mercury, in all forms, reacts with sulfhydryl groups in intracellular sites ultimately interfering with multiple enzymatic processes. Ten Things Physicians and Patients Should Question.

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Poisoning Fluid Resuscitation Administration Seizures 84