Mind The Bleep

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Chemical burns are a unique subset of burns that require specialised management due to the nature of the substances involved. The majority of acid burns cause coagulative necrosis and cytotoxicity leading to skin and mucosal changes that limit deeper injury. Keep the patient warm using force air warmers such as Bairhugger.

Burns 52

Burns Fluid Resuscitation PPE Resuscitation 52

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JUNE 30, 2023

As in CRASH-2, TXA did not show a significant increase in thrombotic events or seizures. There was a small increased risk of seizures in the TXA group – 0.3% (7 children) of the 1900 children in the TXA group vs none of the 1900 children in the non-TXA group. 2019 Nov 9;394(10210):1713-1723. Epub 2019 Oct 14.

Head Injuries 145

Head Injuries Seizures Pediatrics Outcomes 145

EMDocs

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Possible early antibiotic treatment Minor Marine Trauma Mechanism: Bites, Stings, Nematocysts Envenomation Presentation: All can cause localized pain, erythema, and warmth Dermatologic: Urticaria, burning, pruritus, localized paresthesia. McGraw Hill; 2019. McGraw Hill; 2019. link] Blohm E, Brush D. Marine Envenomations.

Poisoning 105

Poisoning Seizures Anaphylaxis Burns 105

EMDocs

JUNE 14, 2023

He complains of eye irritation with redness with a burning sensation and tearing sometimes. Used for treatment of acutely symptomatic anxiety, muscle fasciculations, and seizures. He has been having difficulty walking and is having trouble manipulating tools he uses for work with his hands. Otherwise, provide supportive care.

PPE 95

PPE Poisoning Seizures Emergency Department 95

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. Physical injuries and burns among refugees in Lebanon: implications for programs and policies.

Infectious Diseases 75

Infectious Diseases CDC PPE Rapid Diagnostic Testing 75