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Episode 22 - Electrical Injuries in the Emergency Department An Evidence-Based Review

EB Medicine

Thankfully, fatalities are declining, with just 565 in 2015. Jeff: Real quick – in case you missed it – ultrasound sneaks in again. Jeff: If not already done, an ultrasound should be obtained as well and a two week follow up ultrasound will be needed. Thankfully, fatalities are declining, with just 565 in 2015.

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Twisting and Turning - Ankle Injuries in the ED

Taming the SRU

Abnormal neurovascular findings suggest injury to nearby structures (nerves and blood vessels) from dislocations, bony trauma, or increased compartment pressures. Gross deformities often suggest fracture or dislocation [Image 2]. Impaired ROM can be indicative of dislocation, ligamentous injury, or intra-articular pathology.

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Upper Limb Arterial and Nerve Injuries: An Introductory Guide

Mind The Bleep

Upper limb fractures and dislocations can lead to associated arterial and nerve damage. First aid such as irrigation, tourniquet use, reduction and splinting of fractures/dislocations. Doppler Ultrasound: Non-invasive assessment of blood flow. Complex injuries including associated fractures or dislocations. Safety Sci.