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emDOCs Podcast – Episode 103: Thermal Burn Injury

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Consider escharotomy if there is any issue with perfusion or neurologic deficit, as well as difficult ventilation in the intubated patient. Fluid resuscitation target and fluid Fluid resuscitation is one of the most important parts of management; goal is to increase intravascular volume and ensure end organ perfusion.

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EM@3AM: Amniotic Fluid Embolism

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The newborn is doing well, but the mother is complaining of shortness of breath and chest pain. Romero (2009). “Amniotic fluid embolism: an evidence-based review.” Amniotic fluid embolism: antepartum, intrapartum and demographic factors. She had a precipitous delivery while the ambulance was pulling in.

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Necrotising Enterocolitis

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Baby A, a preterm infant, appears to be faring well for the moment—requiring minimal respiratory support, on full feeds, without IV access, and generally in an okay condition. Welcome to your first day with the neonates! Upon arriving for your initial shift, you set down your bag, and shortly after, you’re asked to evaluate Baby A.

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The CLOVERS Trial

Taming the SRU

RESULTS A total of 1,563 patients were enrolled with 782 assigned to the restrictive and 781 assigned to the liberal fluid groups. There were similar baseline characteristics and the groups were well-matched. Evaluation and Predictors of Fluid Resuscitation in Patients With Severe Sepsis and Septic Shock." Bauer, M.,

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Diffuse Subendocardial Ischemia on the ECG. Left main? 3-vessel disease? No!

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

In addition, the patient received 750 mL of fluid resuscitation with transient improvement of blood pressure. As with other cases of shock, initial fluid resuscitation may be considered. NEJM 362(9):779; March 4, 2009. NEJM 362(9):779; March 4, 2009. I would immediately intubate a patient who is this ill.

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Sepsis Updates Relevant to the Emergency Physician

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13,14 Fluids Fluid resuscitation is a mainstay of sepsis therapy, as the condition is commonly associated with both absolute and relative hypovolemia. 15 Two changes were elucidated in the 2021 SSC guidelines for fluid resuscitation. Additionally, the recommendation to use a 30 cc/kg bolus was downgraded.

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EM@3AM: Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy

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The most common findings on ECG are ST elevation , most often in the anterior precordial leads, as well as sinus tachycardia and QT interval prolongation. Additional fluids will not improve her condition and may worsen it. Which of the following is the best next step in the management of this patient’s condition? Am Heart J.

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