RebelEM

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Elbow Dislocation Definition: Disarticulation of the proximal radius & ulna bones from the humerus Epidemiology: Incidence Second most common joint dislocation (after shoulder) in adults Most commonly dislocated joint in children Accounts for 10-25% of all injuries to the elbow ( Cohen 1998 ) Posterolateral is the most common type of dislocation (..)

Dislocations 116

Dislocations Fractures Soft Tissue Injuries Outcomes 116

Pediatric EM Morsels

JULY 5, 2024

2016; Published June 20, 2016. The post Pediatric Cervical Spine Injury Risk Stratification: Rebaked Morsel appeared first on Pediatric EM Morsels. J Spinal Disord Tech. 2015;28(7). PMID: 26165728. Cui LW, Probst MA, Hoffman JR, Mower WR. Sensitivity of plain radiography for pediatric cervical spine injury. Emerg Radiol.

Pediatrics 164

Pediatrics Head Injuries Dislocations Research 164

ACEP Now

MARCH 14, 2024

A 44 year-old male with unknown past medical history came by emergency medical services (EMS) to the emergency department (ED) for an electrical injury and fall from a high voltage electrical pole. Per EMS, the patient was found at the bottom of a high voltage line with diffuse burns and amputation of his left forearm.

Burns 52

Burns Fluid Resuscitation EKG/ECG EMS 52

EMDocs

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

We’ll keep it short, while you keep that EM brain sharp. Answer : Posterior dislocation of a periprosthetic hip Epidemiology: Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) is the 4 th most common surgical procedures in the United States (2.3% 4 Dislocation is the most common complication after THA occurring at a rate of 0.2-10% 10% of patients.

EMS 98

EMS Dislocations Fractures Operations 98

EMDocs

JUNE 3, 2023

What is the EM physician’s role in the stabilization of unstable pelvic injuries? If a pelvic binder was placed by EMS, inquire whether this was placed empirically or if mechanical pelvic instability was already elicited. McGraw Hill; 2016. C, respiratory rate 20 breaths per minute, and oxygen saturation 95% on room air.

Fractures 64

Fractures Resuscitation Operations EMS 64

RebelEM

MAY 22, 2023

A turning point occurred in 2016 when a generic formulation of IV acetaminophen became available, significantly reducing costs and potentially facilitating broader utilization in routine practice. In 2010, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted approval for intravenous (IV) acetaminophen as a pain management option.

Emergency Department 94

Emergency Department Dislocations Administration Hospitals 94

Taming the SRU

MAY 22, 2023

As an EM physician, it is important to have an understanding of the spectrum of ankle injuries and how these are appropriately evaluated. Abnormal neurovascular findings suggest injury to nearby structures (nerves and blood vessels) from dislocations, bony trauma, or increased compartment pressures. Range all joints. 12): e0244291.

Fractures 77

Fractures Dislocations Operations Radiology 77