RebelEM

MAY 25, 2023

ABC Score: Penetrating Mechanism SBP ≤90mmHg HR ≥120 BPM Positive FAST Abdominal Views If ≥2 present, consider MTP RABT Score Revised Assessment of Bleeding and Transfusion Score Penetrating Injury Positive FAST Shock Index >1.0 Shock 2012. PMID: 31461138 Brotfain E et al. PMID: 23143053 Spaite DW, Hu C, Bobrow BJ, et al.

Resuscitation 145

Resuscitation Fluid Resuscitation Head Injuries Shock 145

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

AUGUST 5, 2023

Comparison of PECARN, CATCH, and CHALICE rules for children with minor head injury: a prospective cohort study. He is a […] The post SGEM#412: I Can’t Choose…from all the Head Injury Prediction Rules first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine. So, should we CT scan children with minor head injury?

Head Injuries 40

Head Injuries Pediatrics Fractures Outcomes 40

Taming the SRU

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Several definitions have been set forth for this common injury, with perhaps the most well accepted definition being introduced by the Centers for Disease Control and World Health Organization. TABLE 2: Symptoms of concussion A thorough physical exam should be performed, focusing on evidence of traumatic injuries and sequela of concussion.

Head Injuries 59

Head Injuries Emergency Department Seizures Pediatrics 59

Mind The Bleep

JANUARY 28, 2025

1) Assessment History of Presenting Complaint: Mechanism of Injury: Determine how the injury occurred (e.g., Enquire about any associated trauma such as head injuries and fractures. Time of Injury : Note when the laceration happened, as this influences infection risk and treatment decisions. link] Singh, P.,

Documentation/Coding 52

Documentation/Coding Head Injuries Fractures Emergency Department 52