PHEM Cast

DECEMBER 12, 2016

Emergency Department thoracotomy for the critically injured patient: Objectives, indications, and outcomes. Resuscitation; 2011: 1194-1197 Emergency thoracotomy in thoracic trauma: a review. Injury; 2006 (37): 1-19. Clay et al. World Journal of Emergency Surgery; 2006: 1:4. Rhee et al. J Am Coll Surg; 2000.

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Military Resuscitation Emergency Department Documentation/Coding 52

Don't Forget the Bubbles

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

2011 Oct;46(10):949-55. Outcomes of paediatric critical care asthma patients. uk/document-library/clinical-information/asthma/btssign-asthma-guideline-2019. 2011 Aug;37:1338-43. Non‐invasive ventilation in pediatric status asthmaticus: a prospective observational study. Pediatric pulmonology. 2016 Sep 1;20:24-31.

Pediatrics 72

Pediatrics Research Documentation/Coding Outcomes 72

RebelEM

MARCH 27, 2023

Ventilator-associated lung injury and inflammation can occur even during short-term mismanagement can worsen patient outcomes. This is a critical error that leads to poorer outcomes for patients in need of critical care. Unfortunately, its not clear whether the documentation came from RTs or ED providers.

Emergency Department 52

Emergency Department Operations Academics Documentation/Coding 52

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JUNE 10, 2024

The history of necrotising enterocolitis The earliest documented cases resembling Necrotising enterocolitis (NEC) date back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Let’s delve into the significant challenges posed by small bellies: big battles – the not-so-simple case of necrotising enterocolitis. Can we prevent NEC?

Pediatrics 40

Pediatrics Sepsis Fluid Resuscitation Outcomes 40

Taming the SRU

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

A retrospective analysis of the Nationwide Emergency Department Sample (NEDS) from 2009 through 2011 identified 8.6 Complications of auricular hematoma drainage include pain, paresthesia, bleeding, infection, poor cosmetic outcome, scar formation, and re-accumulation of hematoma after the procedure.

Emergency Department 93

Emergency Department Pediatrics Wellness Documentation/Coding 93

EMDocs

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

ABG and VBG Correlation The correlation between venous and arterial blood gases is well-documented for standard differences (Table 1), and the data obtained from the VBG can be acted on as if it were an ABG (1, 3-6). Epub 2011 Dec 12. Are there circumstances where ABGs are necessary, and why may consultants specifically request them?

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Emergency Department Resuscitation COPD Shock 94

RebelEM

MAY 15, 2024

2011 Jun;153(6):773-9. Epub 2011 Apr 22 Coyne CJ, Le V, Brennan JJ, Castillo EM, Shatsky RA, Ferran K, Brodine S, Vilke GM. Clinical practice guideline for the use of antimicrobial agents in neutropenic patients with cancer: 2010 update by the infectious diseases society of america, Clinical Infectious Diseases, 2011, 52(4):e56-93.

Infectious Diseases 105

Infectious Diseases Administration Sepsis Anaphylaxis 105

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JUNE 5, 2023

Outcomes of the PREFER pre-post intervention study. This study examined the developmental outcomes of 12 months olds from a “pandemic” cohort of babies ( 309 babies ). Babies born between March-May 2020 were compared with a historic baseline” cohort of babies (1 629 babies ) born between 2008-2011. BMJ Sex Reprod Health.

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Outcomes Research Wellness Documentation/Coding 124

Mind The Bleep

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The FEAST study published in 2011 was undertaken across centers in Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania, and randomly allocated children presenting with severe infection and impaired perfusion to groups receiving albumin bolus, saline bolus or no bolus. Boluses were given in 20-40ml/kg aliquots.

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Fluid Resuscitation Hospitals Dehydration Research 96

RebelEM

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Outcomes: Primary: Percent change in management decisions after introducing the Radiology Department RUQ US. Moreover, surgeons may seek “official” documentation in a patient’s chart before surgery. 2011 Mar;18(3):227-35. Emergency physician-performed ultrasound to diagnose cholelithiasis: a systematic review.

Ultrasounds 69

Ultrasounds Radiology Radiology Emergency Department 69

ACEP Now

AUGUST 1, 2023

emergency department deserves access to an emergency physician no matter their zip code. As your council officer, I commit to ensuring your voice contributes to the best outcome for our College, our members, EM residents, and our patients. Three take home points for what I believe. There is no substitution for the physician led team.

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Emergency Department EMS Critical Access Hospitals 98

Don't Forget the Bubbles

AUGUST 10, 2023

Descriptive Terms When describing injuries of the hand for documentation or referral purposes it is important to know the terminology that is widely in use in order to convey an accurate description to others. Hand dominance, mechanism of injury and vascular, neurological, and musculoskeletal status should all be evaluated and documented.

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Fractures Soft Tissue Injuries Emergency Department Operations 52

EB Medicine

JANUARY 2, 2019

With opportunities to improve outcomes for both the fetus and the mother, I’m confident that this episode will be worth your time. Nachi: For patient who have a threatened miscarriage in the first trimester, there is a 2-fold increased risk of subsequent maternal and fetal adverse outcomes.

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Ultrasounds Radiology Radiology Infectious Diseases 40

EB Medicine

AUGUST 1, 2018

In fact, cannabis use has been documented for medical use dating as far back as 600 BC in West and Central Asia. From 2010 to 2011, the number of ED visits by children aged 12 to 17 years old due to synthetic cannabinoid use also has doubled. Ask specific questions regarding marijuana use before and during the pregnancy.

Seizures 40

Seizures Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Administration Dehydration 40

Advanced Emergency Nursing from AENJ

MARCH 27, 2015

Confirming endotracheal placement: In addition to the usual required methods and documentation, remember that, most likely, your patient will still be breathing. June 6, 2011. 2014;46(6):814-820 on Medscape.com. ** Example trauma case report requiring airway control; the decision process, algorithms, and alternatives, outcome.

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