EMDocs

JUNE 22, 2024

Eclampsia (B) is characterized by the onset of seizures in a woman with preeclampsia (hypertension and proteinuria), but it typically does not present with the sudden onset of respiratory distress and profound hypotension described here. Romero (2009). “Amniotic fluid embolism: an evidence-based review.”

EMS 96

EMS Resuscitation Blood Transfusions Seizures 96

Mind The Bleep

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Establish IV access and begin fluid resuscitation with 250ml boluses of 0.9% These systemic effects can include central nervous system (agitation, seizures , and coma), as well as cardiac ( hypotension and dysrhythmias) [10, 11]. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 32 , 155–158 (2009). Sagoschen, I. Br J Hosp Med (Lond).

Burns 52

Burns Fluid Resuscitation PPE Resuscitation 52

Don't Forget the Bubbles

MARCH 18, 2024

She receives fluid resuscitation, and you organise some tests to find out why she is so tired. A similar process can also occur in the CNS (causing seizures ), the liver and the pancreas. Due to fluid losses and kidney damage, the patient may have little to no urine output. She is apyrexial, tachycardic and normotensive.

Dehydration 59

Dehydration Infectious Diseases Seizures Pediatrics 59

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. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab 2009; 34:582 Casa DJ, Armstrong LE, Kenny GP, O’Connor FG, Huggins RA. The patient is agitated, not oriented, and becoming combative with ED staff. 27(5), 634.e1–634.e3.

Hyperthermia / Hypothermia 68

Hyperthermia / Hypothermia EMS Stroke Seizures 68