Northwestern EM Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

For those new to the probe, we recommend first reviewing the basics in the incredible FOAMed Introduction to Bedside Ultrasound Book , 5 Minute Sono , and POCUS Atlas. Difficult stick, dehydrated patient, collapsible veins, USPIV is calling your name! Practice holding the needle still when moving the ultrasound. Did You Know?

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Ultrasounds Dehydration Academics Hospitals 52

EB Medicine

JULY 8, 2019

Jeff: And while it’s not exactly core EM, we’re going to briefly discuss indications for bariatric surgery, as this is something we don’t often review even in academic training programs. Consider IV access and early IV fluids in those at risk for dehydration and intra-abdominal infections. Jeff: Next up is ultrasound.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

APRIL 8, 2015

Check : [vitals, SOB, Chest Pain, Ultrasound] If the patient has Abdominal Pain, Chest Pain, Dyspnea or Hypoxemia, Headache, Hypotension , then these should be considered the primary chief complaint (not syncope). Also consider non-hemorrhagic volume depletion, dehydration : orthostatic vitals may uncover this [see Mendu et al. (3)].

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Emergency Department EKG/ECG Outcomes Seizures 52