EMDocs

APRIL 10, 2024

She reportedly received a landmark guided peripheral nerve block with bupivacaine and shortly thereafter developed generalized seizures. 1,5] CNS symptoms include: Seizure, coma, altered mental status. [1] 1,5] CNS symptoms include: Seizure, coma, altered mental status. [1] McGraw Hill; 2022. mL/kg/min. [2] J Med Toxicol.

Advances Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 111

Advances Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Seizures EMS Poisoning 111

EMDocs

JANUARY 17, 2024

She received cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and standard advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS). She had return of spontaneous resuscitation (ROSC) and was subsequently intubated and transported to the emergency department (ED). Benzodiazepines are first-line therapy for seizures. 2022-057779. Pediatrics.

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Poisoning Seizures Pediatrics EMS 92

EMDocs

MAY 15, 2024

Fluid management Goal is euvolemia Dehydration – needs IV fluid resuscitation. 2022 Aug;58:235-244. Epub 2022 Jun 11. Infectious: bacterial or viral pneumonia ( M. pneumoniae, C. Based on light absorption from blood flow at the sensor site (using HbA, not HbS) Underestimates alveolar hypoxemia. times maintenance.

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Blood Transfusions Fluid Resuscitation Dehydration Ultrasounds 104

EMDocs

MAY 28, 2024

Fluid management Goal is euvolemia Dehydration – needs IV fluid resuscitation. 2022 Aug;58:235-244. Epub 2022 Jun 11. Infectious: bacterial or viral pneumonia ( M. pneumoniae, C. Based on light absorption from blood flow at the sensor site (using HbA, not HbS). Decreases splinting and improves tidal volumes.

Blood Transfusions 98

Blood Transfusions Fluid Resuscitation Dehydration Ultrasounds 98

Don't Forget the Bubbles

AUGUST 12, 2024

After a traumatic brain injury, all children and young people should have a C-ABCDE rapid assessment for life-threatening injuries (as per ATLS guidelines) focussed on trauma resuscitation and stabilisation, followed by a secondary assessment. Do we need seizure prophylaxis? Published 2022 Nov 20. Published 2022 Mar 1.

Seizures 75

Seizures Pediatrics Emergency Department Ambulance Services 75

ACEP Now

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Confounders to the GCS such as seizure and post-ictal phase, ingestions and drug overdose, as well as medications administered in the prehospital setting that impact GCS score should be documented. Accessed 2022, [link]. The GCS must be obtained through interaction with the patient (i.e., Prehosp Emerg Care. J Safety Res.

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Fluid Resuscitation Documentation/Coding Resuscitation EMS 98

EMDocs

JANUARY 29, 2024

Finally, anticipating and addressing known complications such as seizures, increased intracranial pressure, or cerebral edema with appropriate measures, including antiepileptic drugs or osmotic agents, is essential for improving patient outcomes. 2022 Jul;53(7):e282-e361. Epub 2022 May 17. doi: 10.1161/STR.0000000000000407.

Stroke 101

Stroke Outcomes EMS Seizures 101

ACEP Now

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Patient C, a 27-year-old female with a history of epilepsy, taking valproate and endorsing adherence, is then brought in by ambulance for a witnessed seizure. This is her first seizure in six years. Management of symptoms is the same for all of these, relying upon fluid resuscitation, antiemetics, and electrolyte repletion.

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Seizures Fluid Resuscitation Poisoning EKG/ECG 52

Taming the SRU

APRIL 13, 2023

2022 Pre-AeRATE Trial: use of HFNC for preoxygenation and apneic oxygenation showed no difference in lowest SpO2 during first intubation attempt when compared with usual care. EtOH, amphetamines, or cocaine) Prescription drugs (i.e. cuffed ETT) preloaded and intubate through the stoma if PPV needed Infection (i.e.

Hyperthermia / Hypothermia 52

Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Poisoning EKG/ECG Seizures 52

EMDocs

DECEMBER 16, 2023

As you attempt to examine the patient, he has a generalized, tonic-clonic seizure. Evaporative cooling is the preferred method to actively reduce body temperature in the emergency department , as it can be performed with ongoing resuscitation efforts. The patient is agitated, not oriented, and becoming combative with ED staff.

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Hyperthermia / Hypothermia EMS Stroke Seizures 96

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

JANUARY 21, 2023

The patient had a witnessed generalized tonic-clonic seizure leading to GCS 4. In the resuscitation room, the patient had another seizure that stopped after IV Lorazepam. Can J Cardiol 2022 Kukla P, Jastrezebski M, Praefort W. This is the 2nd ECG from the February 8, 2022 post in Dr. Smith's ECG Blog ).

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Hyperthermia / Hypothermia EKG/ECG Seizures Fractures 52

EMDocs

JULY 19, 2023

Further, organic mercury readily crosses the placenta where it acts as a teratogen leading to a wide range of birth defects including developmental delay, blindness, seizures, and limb malformation. 8 As always, remember to correct electrolyte abnormalities and provide fluid resuscitation as indicated. 2022, February 25).

Poisoning 94

Poisoning Fluid Resuscitation Administration Seizures 94

Pediatric EM Morsels

MARCH 7, 2025

Military Application of Tranexamic Acid in TraumaEmergency Resuscitation (MATTERs) Study. It is excreted by urine so careful dosing is required if used in kidney disease. of IV form TXA [O’Neill 2020] Inexpensive ! of IV form TXA [O’Neill 2020] Inexpensive ! 2011 Mar26;377(9771):1096-101, 1101.e1-2. 2012 Feb;147(2):113-9.

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Pediatrics Blood Transfusions Anaphylaxis Military 231

PulmCCM

JANUARY 20, 2025

New guidelines on cardiopulmonary resuscitation in adults were published in Circulation in November 2024. The International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) is comprised of experts on resuscitation around the world. Seizure Prophylaxis and Treatment of Abnormal EEGs Read more They’re 187 pages long.

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CPR Resuscitation Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Seizures 75

EMDocs

MARCH 11, 2024

2 As of 2022 cholera was estimated to be responsible for over 4 million cases and 143,000 deaths each year, with a case fatality rate of 50% without timely and appropriate treatment. Rehydration therapy for patients with cholera should include volume resuscitation and electrolyte repletion. Published online November 14, 2022.

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Dehydration CDC Rapid Diagnostic Testing Fluid Resuscitation 111

ACEP Now

OCTOBER 29, 2024

3-6 Additional features include first-degree atrioventricular block, atrial arrhythmias, nocturnal agonal breathing, and seizures. 7 The ECG findings can be concealed or transient after resuscitation from cardiac arrest. 2022; 8(3):386-405. Arrythmias are common during febrile illnesses and in sleep. Figures 4: A. Neth Heart J.

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Pediatrics EKG/ECG Documentation/Coding Hospitals 52

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

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Infectious Diseases CDC PPE Rapid Diagnostic Testing 75