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%. 2003 Jun;111(12):1805-12. 2003 Jul;112(2):299. 2003 Jun;111(12):1805-12.

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Infectious Diseases Sepsis Emergency Department Point-of-Care Testing 89

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

MARCH 15, 2023

Her bedside cardiac ultrasound was normal We decided to cardiovert her since the time of onset was very recent. Ballatore et al — Medicina (Kaunas) 55(8): 497, 2019 — and — Page et al — Circulation 107:1141-1145, 2003 ). But when you see this, you should suspect that the AV node is not well. I signed her out to one of my partners.

EKG/ECG 52

EKG/ECG Dehydration Stroke Shock 52

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. 2003; 18(2):150-151. However, the presence of PFO alone does not connote higher risk. Circulation.

Pediatrics 52

Pediatrics EKG/ECG Wellness Seizures 52

Don't Forget the Bubbles

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

“Time is brain” urges us to think about thrombolysis or clot retrieval in acute strokes. The cremasteric reflex The cremasteric reflex is a superficial reflex in males, triggered by lightly stroking the inner part of the thigh. What is the role of ultrasound? Normal testicle buddy view with colour. Sharma, A.P.,

Pediatrics 111

Pediatrics Ultrasounds Operations Hospitals 111

Pediatric Emergency Playbook

JANUARY 1, 2017

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 ). Use soothing sensory measures: speak softly, offer a pacifier, and stroke the skin softly. Ultrasound guidance for pediatric peripheral nerve blockade.

Pediatrics 40

Pediatrics Soft Tissue Injuries Burns Emergency Department 40

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

APRIL 8, 2015

Check : [vitals, SOB, Chest Pain, Ultrasound] If the patient has Abdominal Pain, Chest Pain, Dyspnea or Hypoxemia, Headache, Hypotension , then these should be considered the primary chief complaint (not syncope). to 1.45) for fatal or nonfatal stroke. Aortic Dissection, Valvular (especially Aortic Stenosis), Tamponade. to 3.80).

Emergency Department 52

Emergency Department EKG/ECG Outcomes Seizures 52

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JULY 5, 2023

The Kilifi algorithm includes five clinical situations that are common sickle cell presentations – clinical jaundice, severe anaemia, bone and joint infections, and stroke. What is the role of transcranial dopplers in primary prevention of strokes? What strategies are useful for secondary stroke prevention?

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Blood Transfusions Stroke Dehydration Sepsis 126