Cook County EM Blog

MARCH 20, 2023

2008 Apr;3(1):27-33. Epub 2008 Feb 2. 2008 Jan;12(1):33-6. Latex paint-gun injuries of the hand: are the outcomes better? 2008 Dec;3(4):340-5. Epub 2008 May 28. High-pressure injection injury of the hand: an often underestimated trauma: case report with study of the literature. Hogan CJ, Ruland RT.

Documentation/Coding 52

Documentation/Coding Fractures Operations Research 52

EMDocs

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Background and Context Contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) is of paramount importance in the emergency department (ED) due to its indispensable role in facilitating precise diagnostic outcomes. Under standard operating protocols, residual contrast materials are usually wasted, according to current CDC and JC standards.

Radiology 73

Radiology Radiology Emergency Department Hospitals 73

Taming the SRU

AUGUST 30, 2023

A 2008 review in the International Journal of Medicine on spinal epidural abscess (SEA) agreed that inflammatory markers (specifically ESR and CRP) are generally sensitive in the diagnosis of SEA, but are not specific. 2008 Aug;75(8):557-66. Notably, up to 40% of patients with native vertebral osteomyelitis had a normal WBC [33-34].

Infectious Diseases 88

Infectious Diseases Sepsis Emergency Department Point-of-Care Testing 88

Taming the SRU

MARCH 14, 2023

Ultimately, definitive management is in the operating room with revision or replacement of the VP shunt. Estimated incidence of normal pressure hydrocephalus and shunt outcome in patients residing in assisted-living and extended-care facilities. 2008) Shprecher, Schwalb, Kurlan. Lancet Neurol. Marmarou, Young, Aygok. Amer J Rad.

Seizures 52

Seizures Emergency Department Pediatrics Critical Access 52

ACEP Now

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

These stakeholders are similarly shielded in court when adverse patient outcomes, such as negligent deaths, occur under their management or when the bought-out companies are challenged for anticompetitive business practices overseen by the PE firm. 7-9 The PE model then aims to sell acquired businesses for a profit within three to six years.

Hospitals 69

Hospitals Radiology Radiology Administration 69

EB Medicine

JULY 8, 2019

From the 80’s to 2008, the worldwide prevalence of obesity nearly doubled! Nachi: Unfortunately this procedure is associated with a relatively high re-operation rate – one study found 20% of patients required removal or revision. Jeff: Even more shockingly, some series showed a 52% repeat operation rate. million adults!!

Emergency Department 40

Emergency Department Sepsis Operations Dehydration 40

EMDocs

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Operative complications requiring surgical intervention or hospitalization occur in about 3-6% of all hysterectomies (5). difficile infection, and post-operative hemorrhage. Abscess and Infected Hematoma : This condition is typically delayed, occurring most commonly 10-14 days post-operatively.

OB/GYN 67

OB/GYN Operations EMS Ultrasounds 67

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

MARCH 5, 2022

JAMA Feb 2009 looked at the ACC/AHA guidelines from 1984 to 2008. The level of high-quality evidence had not changed much when looking at the ACC/AHA guidelines from 2008-2018. The comparison was the clinical efficacy of the most common orthopaedic procedures with no treatment, placebo, or non-operative care. Tricoci et al.

Hyperthermia / Hypothermia 40

Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Research Pediatrics Outcomes 40

EMDocs

JUNE 21, 2023

Functional outcomes Severe soft tissue injuries and damage to the bony structures => poor functional outcomes. Common operator errors Failing to enter joint capsule before injecting STS. 2008 Feb;466(2):432-5. Inject lidocaine first, then slowly start injecting STS looking at the wound for saline coming out.

Soft Tissue Injuries 69

Soft Tissue Injuries Fractures Dislocations Radiology 69

EMDocs

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

A comprehensive, patient-centered approach to pain management ensures effective treatment across these diverse pain syndromes, ultimately improving patient outcomes. Cause and outcome of atypical chest pain in patients admitted to hospital. Jan 23 2008;(1):CD000396. Am J Emerg Med. May 2014;32(5):421-31. doi:10.1016/j.ajem.2014.01.015

Emergency Department 99

Emergency Department Fractures Burns EMS 99

Advanced Emergency Nursing from AENJ

MARCH 27, 2015

They also proved that only expired air resuscitation guaranteed sufficient inflation volumes; that exhaled air was a suitable resuscitating gas; and that the operator would have continuous feedback from each breath. McGraw-Hill Medical, 2008. The first reported oral intubation of the human trachea. McLachlan, G. Rogue Medic.

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Resuscitation Airway Management EMS CPR 40