EMDocs

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Characterized by hypovolemia, vasodilation, reduced cardiac output, hyperventilation, elevated temperature, seizure, coma, and cardiovascular collapse. Consider intubation for patients with airway compromise, respiratory failure, altered mental status, or seizure. Blood transfusion for clinically significant blood loss.

Poisoning 94

Poisoning Fluid Resuscitation Seizures Resuscitation 94

Downeast Emergency Medicine

APRIL 26, 2021

We know that if administered too rapidly, it can lead to hypotension and other adverse effects including seizures, headaches, backache, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, anaphylaxis, impaired color vision, and other visual disturbances.[1] Arch Surg 2012; 147:113-119.[

Head Injuries 52

Head Injuries Administration Outcomes Seizures 52

EMDocs

JULY 3, 2023

4 Common symptoms of SAH on presentation include vomiting, neck stiffness, altered mental status or decreased level of consciousness, hemiparesis, and seizure-like activity. 18 Seizure Seizure is common in the setting of acute SAH, especially spontaneous SAH, due to cerebral and meningeal irritation.

Seizures 98

Seizures Stroke Outcomes EMS 98

Pediatric EM Morsels

MARCH 7, 2025

While transfusing blood can be beneficial to those who have lost it or continue to lose it quickly, blood may not always be immediately available. Or maybe the family does not desire blood transfusions. 2012 Feb;147(2):113-9. Enter TXA or tranexamic acid , The Clot Stabilizer! 2010Jul 03;376(9734):23-32.

Pediatrics 231

Pediatrics Blood Transfusions Anaphylaxis Military 231

Don't Forget the Bubbles

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

We know that vaccination is key for protection, as there were 63 deaths in just one year before the vaccination was recommended in pregnancy in 2012. Infants usually present in a non-specific manner, following an apnoea, cough, cyanosis, or seizure so a high index of suspicion is required in this age group. Pediatr Crit Care Med J.

Pediatrics 59

Pediatrics Outcomes Blood Transfusions Sepsis 59