EMDocs

JUNE 8, 2024

Post septal (retrobulbar) is higher risk to vision and requires CT imaging to diagnose as well as thorough exam to check for proptosis, afferent pupillary defect, increased intraocular pressure [7]. Posttraumatic Iridocyclitis – Injuries; Poisoning.” 2021 Oct 7. Merck Manuals Professional Edition , Merck Manuals, 12 Nov.

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EMDocs

AUGUST 31, 2023

In April 2021, after a post-hoc analysis of the original phase 3 study suggested non-inferiority of the F(ab’) 2 antivenin against copperhead envenomation, the FDA expanded approval of this antivenom to include copperhead and cottonmouth envenomations. Poison Control: The F(ab2)ulous Expanded Indication of Anavip | FCEP. Ann Emerg Med.

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Allergic Reactions Anaphylaxis Poisoning EMS 97

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

JANUARY 23, 2021

Date: January 20th, 2021 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Lauren Westafer an Assistant Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Massachusetts Medical School – Baystate. AEM January 2021 Case: A 50-year-old male presents to the Emergency Department (ED) with left lower quadrant abdominal pain. Reference: Pines et al.

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ACEP Now

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The patient’s urine was obtained and compared with the urine of his emergency physician using a Wood’s lamp, and the patient’s was found to be brightly fluorescent, supporting the presumptive diagnosis of EG poisoning. After resolution of EG poisoning, he was transferred to psychiatry and ultimately discharged home without complication.

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Poisoning Pediatrics Research Wellness 52

ALiEM

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

In patients with skin changes, consider topical wound care as well as further evaluation of deep tissue infections, osteomyelitis, and ischemia. Published 2021 Sep 17. Xylazine Poisoning: A Systematic Review. In patients with minimal response to naloxone, xylazine toxicity may be suspected [10]. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep.

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Forensics Administration Poisoning Emergency Department 67

RCEM Learning

APRIL 9, 2024

The FRCEM SBA is a theoretical exam mapped to the full Emergency Medicine 2021 curriculum. Maintain a Positive Mindset and Well-being: Exam preparation can be demanding, so it’s important to take care of your mental and physical well-being.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

See Costagliola et al — Ann Clin Transl Neurol 8(7): 1557-1568, 2021 — for more on the complex "Brain-Heart Interaction" in Epilepsy ). Regarding my Systematic assessment of ECG #1: There is significant baseline artifact , as well as baseline wander. mEq/L for K+ and 1.76

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ACEP Now

DECEMBER 10, 2023

5 Symptoms of milkweed poisoning may include abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, lethargy, and confusion, progressing to seizures, heart rhythm changes, and bradycardia. In the ED, he was found to have a heart rate in the 40s, and a digoxin level of 1.0 ng/mL (cross reactivity of the assay) and a potassium of 4.2

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Emergency Medicine Journal

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Method and Design We conducted an observational retrospective cohort study on patients who visited ED in 2021. Abstract 2086 Table 1 Presentations Total first presentation over 2021 Total deaths (within 30 days ) Admission Admission (%) Percentage of deaths [CI ] INJURY OF SHOULDER/ARM/ELBOW/WRIST/HAND 8416 4 424 5 0.05[0.018

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Documentation/Coding Sexual Assault Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Head Injuries 40

Taming the SRU

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

opiates or anticholinergics): Use initial nomogram and treat if initial level is above the treatment line. haffner and wright The number of psychiatric emergencies across the U.S.,

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PEMBlog

JANUARY 16, 2025

Well dive into the clinical presentations, including acute and chronic symptoms, the dangers of sudden sniffing death, and the specific risks associated with nitrites, hydrocarbons, and nitrous oxide. Inhalant misuse reported to Americas Poison Centers, 2001-2021. If you found this episode helpful, well let me know about it.

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Pediatrics Poisoning Wellness Burns 52