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2023 AHA Update on Management Cardiac Arrest or Life-Threatening Toxicity Due to Poisoning

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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. Flumazenil administration is associated with harm in patients who are at increased risk for seizures or dysrhythmias.

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Chemical Burns

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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]. Updated 2023 Jul 17]. Updated 2023 Jul 17]. Chemical Burns. 1982 May;22(5):420-3.

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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. 1 By the end of 2023, 117.3 She also endorses dysuria, cough, and neck rigidity.