EMDocs

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Author: Brit Long, MD (@long_brit) // Reviewed by Alex Koyfman, MD (@EMHighAK) The American Heart Association 2023 Guideline for managing cardiac arrest or life-threatening toxicity due to poisoning was recently released. This post will focus on the key parts of the guideline that affect ED evaluation and management. COR No Benefit, LOE C-LD.

Poisoning 115

Poisoning Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Seizures Administration 115

EMDocs

MARCH 18, 2025

Preparation: dual large bore suction devices, full PPE, push dose pressors, prep for soilage of airway device, multiple devices, prep for cricothyrotomy. A 2023 RCT evaluated 100 stable patients with hemoptysis receiving TXA 500 mg IV or nebulized 3 times per day.Hemoptysis cessation at 30 minutes in 72.7% 2023 May;163(5):1176-1184.

COPD 82

COPD Radiology Radiology PPE 82

Broome Docs

MARCH 28, 2024

doi: 10.1136/emermed-2023-213285. Is our PPE evidence-based? 2023 Sep 21:ciad571. 2023 Sep 19:S0196-0644(23)00671-6. 2023 Dec;193:109991. 2023 Aug 21:S0012-3692(23)05350-3. 2024 Jan 29:jme-2023-109651. doi: 10.1136/jme-2023-109651. Emerg Med J. 2024 Jan 22;41(2):96-102. Clin Infect Dis.

PPE 96

PPE Ultrasounds Resuscitation Emergency Department 96

Mind The Bleep

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to avoid secondary contamination. Updated 2023 Jul 17]. Updated 2023 Jul 17]. Introduction Initial Assessment and Stabilization Ensure that the scene is safe for both the patient and the healthcare providers. Chemical Burns. In: StatPearls [Internet]. 1982 May;22(5):420-3.

Burns 52

Burns Fluid Resuscitation PPE Resuscitation 52

ACEP Now

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

A recent success by the ACEP was averting a decrease of our reimbursement for our 99284 E&M codes, saving an estimated $200 million for emergency physicians in 2023. However, unlike 80 percent of U.S. member associations who saw membership growth during this time were doing … continuing membership recruitment efforts.

Leadership 98

Leadership PPE EMS Wellness 98

American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

What is personal protective equipment (PPE)? These regulations went into effect on February 3, 2023. What should employers do if they have confirmed COVID-19 cases? What topics must employee training cover? What guidelines must be followed regarding washing facilities? Details Course length: 30 minutes.

Infectious Diseases 52

Infectious Diseases Documentation/Coding PPE Wellness 52

EMDocs

MAY 26, 2023

and don PPE (ie gloves, gowns and face-masks, Kevlar sleeves) Calmly explain to the patient that restraints are being applied to ensure the safety of the patient and others. Allocate roles and state plan of action in an initial huddle. Deaths due to physical restraint.

Pediatrics 98

Pediatrics Psychiatric Emergency Department Documentation/Coding 98