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Electrical injuries

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Up to 5% of burns occur secondary to electrical injuries, and this rises to 27% in developing countries. Significant injuries can occur even in the absence of extensive burns or other signs of external injury. Children, especially toddlers, may insert objects into outlets, leading to shocks or burns.

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IV fluids in the ED: When do we really need them?

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47 from 1983 looking at 60 participants who either received IV fluids over 6 hours or received no fluids. 48 in 2006 enrolled 58 patients divided into two groups. For patients without frank signs of shock, it is reasonable to trial oral hydration prior to moving on to IV fluids. 2006 Oct;20(10):713-6. Keijzers, G.,