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Beyond Ketamine: When to use Facilitated Intubation in the ED

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They increase the risks of hypoxia and acidosis during the apneic period as well as hypotension and hypoperfusion caused by the abrupt transition from negative-pressure to positive-pressure ventilation (10). The ramped position helps displace these soft tissues anteriorly, reducing the risk of obstruction during laryngoscopy.

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EM@3AM: Extensor Tendon Laceration

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Answer : Extensor tendon laceration Epidemiology: Hand extensor injuries make up >25% of orthopedic soft tissue injuries 2, 3 Common in young men in manual labor Dominant hand more likely to be injured 4 2012 study on 86 patients reported 83% men with a mean age of 34.2 Published 2020 Dec 21. 2020;8(12):e3278.

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Upper Limb Arterial and Nerve Injuries: An Introductory Guide

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CT Angiography: Detailed imaging of arterial injuries. Provides a clear picture of the vascular anatomy and the extent of injury. MRI: Can be used to assess soft tissue injuries, including nerve damage, especially when clinical findings are unclear. It is particularly useful in preoperative planning. Columb, M.