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Chemical Burns

Mind The Bleep

Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to avoid secondary contamination. These systemic effects can include central nervous system (agitation, seizures , and coma), as well as cardiac ( hypotension and dysrhythmias) [10, 11]. 2022 Mar 2;83(3):1-12. Epub 2022 Mar 4. Kirkpatrick JJ, Enion DS, Burd DA.

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ED care of refugee populations from sub-Saharan Africa

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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. Background: Refugees on the Rise As of 2022, it was estimated that there were 35.3