EMDocs

MARCH 2, 2024

Seizure as Early Presentation of a Pneumocephalus after Cochlear Implant: A Case Report. J 2007 ) ISBN:1888799935. The most common causes include trauma and cranial surgeries, but there are other etiological factors, and in rare cases, it can also be spontaneous. [1-3]  2022 Mar;18(2):253-255.  J Int Adv Otol. 2020 Dinallo S, Waseem M.

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Pediatric EM Morsels

AUGUST 18, 2023

Noel 2007) In a very robust, recent multicenter, randomized, double-blind controlled study Moxifloxacin was compared to a comparator drug (IV ertapenem followed by PO Augmentin) for complex intraabdominal infections. None of the patients were documented to have joint disease at follow up. 451 pediatric patients were included. 26(10):879-91.

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EMDocs

JANUARY 4, 2024

Bupropion lowers the seizure threshold and even at therapeutic doses patients can have seizures. 6 Severe toxicity: Seizures: It is unclear if seizures are caused by bupropion or the active metabolite, hydroxybupropion. 3 Seizures are dose-dependent. 3 Seizures are dose-dependent.

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ALiEM

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Acute hepatitis Disulfiram-like reaction with ethanol consumption Pneumonitis from inhalation of spores Seizures from glutamate agonist activity [Image from Canstockphoto] Reveal the Answer 2. 2007 Mar;5(1):64-74. What well-known adverse reaction results from ingestion of the pictured mushroom? Antimicrob Agents Chemother.

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EMDocs

JANUARY 29, 2024

Finally, anticipating and addressing known complications such as seizures, increased intracranial pressure, or cerebral edema with appropriate measures, including antiepileptic drugs or osmotic agents, is essential for improving patient outcomes. 2007 Jul 18;2007(3):CD000277. 1998 Apr;50(4):876-83. doi: 10.1212/wnl.50.4.876.

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EMDocs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Contraindicated seizures or porphyria. 2007): 748. Minimal histamine release. Cons: Short duration of action. Pain upon injection. Adrenal suppression, limiting its use in long procedures or critically ill patients. Propofol: Mechanism of Action: GABA A Pros: Rapid onset and offset of action. Excellent amnestic and sedative properties.

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Emergency Department Soft Tissue Injuries Airway Management Operations 76

Taming the SRU

APRIL 17, 2023

Severe cases may result in seizures or coma. 2007 May;25(2):375-433; abstract ix. These atropine-like alkaloids produce an anticholinergic syndrome when smoked or ingested. Patients typically present with tachycardia, mydriasis hyperthermia, altered mental status, anhidrosis, and urinary retention. Plant poisoning. doi: 10.1016/j.emc.2007.02.013.

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Poisoning Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Anaphylaxis Pediatrics 52

Pediatric Emergency Playbook

MAY 1, 2017

Acute bilirubin encephalopathy may progress to an abnormal neurologic exam, seizures, apnea, or coma. 2007 Nov;25(4):1117-35, vii. The dehydration and neurologic dysfnction from the hyperbilirubinemia may even cause fever. Check the bilirubin in any neonate you are working up for sepsis. Pediatrics. 2012; 129(4). Gamaleldin R et al.

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Dehydration Pediatrics Wellness Seizures 52

Advanced Emergency Nursing from AENJ

NOVEMBER 7, 2015

Even as a Paramedic, in the early days, there was no analgesia, sedative (except for seizures), or anesthetic, to provide. In the first part of my career, I did ambulance work, before there was ACLS, and certainly no pain medicine. We had only first aid, oxygen, and CPR to offer. Ehrlich, Steven D., Hypnotherapy. Last reviewed on 9/19/2013.

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EMDocs

DECEMBER 16, 2023

As you attempt to examine the patient, he has a generalized, tonic-clonic seizure. Clinical decision making in seizures and status epilepticus. The patient is agitated, not oriented, and becoming combative with ED staff. A 12-lead EKG shows sinus tachycardia but is otherwise normal. 1 Fever is usually < 40C. Becker, S.

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Hyperthermia / Hypothermia EMS Stroke Seizures 80

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

APRIL 8, 2015

First: Are you sure it was syncope, and not SEIZURE? Conversely , frequently syncope has a short episode of tonic-clonic activity that mimics seizure. 2007 Oct; 33(3): 233–239. Patients with trauma, alcohol, or drug-associated loss of consciousness and definite seizures were excluded. 2) Boston syncope rule: J Emerg Med.

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Emergency Department EKG/ECG Outcomes Seizures 52

Taming the SRU

JANUARY 5, 2025

Potential complications include dysrhythmias, respiratory failure, DIC, seizures, and hepatic failure. Crit Care 11, R4 (2007). mg/kg initially followed by 1mg/kg q6hrs Disposition NMS can be very severe and usually requires ICU level care. Workup for complications should be initiated on a case by case basis. J Clin Pharm Ther.

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