EMDocs

JUNE 22, 2024

Eclampsia (B) is characterized by the onset of seizures in a woman with preeclampsia (hypertension and proteinuria), but it typically does not present with the sudden onset of respiratory distress and profound hypotension described here. Epub 2014 Jun 30. If AFE occurs during labor, immediate delivery is recommended. PMID: 24974876.

EMS 96

EMS Resuscitation Blood Transfusions Seizures 96

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JULY 5, 2023

Be careful if the patient has received a recent blood transfusion since it may be misinterpreted as sickle cell trait instead of sickle cell disease. In these cases, repeat the Hb electrophoresis three months after the last blood transfusion. Do not use pethidine since it can cause seizures and CNS hyperexcitability.

Blood Transfusions 126

Blood Transfusions Stroke Dehydration Sepsis 126

EMDocs

AUGUST 22, 2023

Correction: Correction to ‘Clinical Policy: Procedural Sedation and Analgesia in the Emergency Department’ [Annals of Emergency Medicine 63 (2014) 247-258.e18]. In cardiac arrest, EtCO 2 is dependent on compressions AND the underlying cause. PMID: 26447854 Godwin SA, Burton JH, Gerardo CJ, et al. Ann Emerg Med. 2017;70(5):758.

Emergency Department 68

Emergency Department Blood Transfusions Resuscitation Sepsis 68

EMDocs

JANUARY 6, 2025

She presents with a seven-day history of fever, fatigue, and myalgias associated with decreased oral intake and an episode of seizure-like activity three hours prior to arrival. Additionally, there is no family history of seizure disorders. A whole blood transfusion is initiated for the management of her anemia.

Infectious Diseases 57

Infectious Diseases CDC PPE Rapid Diagnostic Testing 57