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Cetirizine Vs Diphenhydramine For the Treatment of Acute Urticaria in the ED

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Background: Diphenhydramine, a first-generation antihistamine, is the most common pharmacologic agent used to treat acute allergic reactions. Diphenhydramine versus nonsedating antihistamines for acute allergic reactions: a literature review. 2010 Apr;65(4):459-66. Epub 2010 Feb 8. Allergy Asthma Proc.

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Grand Rounds Recap 3.15.23

Taming the SRU

Yates Anaphylaxis Pathophysiology Type 1 Hypersensitivity Reaction IgE-mediated Mast-cell degranulation of vasoactive materials Reaction occurs in minutes Clinical Definition: Acute onset of illness with involvement of the skin, mucosal tissue or both + one of the following Respiratory compromise Reduced BP Or, acute onset of illness with at least (..)

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Episode 20 - Emergency Department Management of North American Snake Envenomations

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Unfortunately, this myokymia may not respond to antivenom administration and myokymia of the chest well and torso can necessitate intubation in extreme cases. Review of eastern coral snake ( Micrurus fulvius fulvius ) exposures managed by the Florida Poison Information Center Network: 1998-2010. Position statement) 10. Cumpston KL.

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CT Angiography Head and Neck: Indications and Limitations

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An understanding of the risks involved including allergic reaction, radiation exposure, contrast extravasation, and contrast-associated nephropathy allows for a thorough risk-benefit analysis prior to ordering these studies. Scand J Trauma Resusc Emerg Med 2010, 18 , 61. Am J Med Sci 2010, 339 (1), 25-30. Acquafresca, M.;

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