EMDocs

DECEMBER 6, 2024

In 1997, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) mandated unit-dose packaging for all iron-containing products with more than 30 milligrams of elemental iron. Aggressive fluid resuscitation as patients may be severely hypovolemic from GI symptoms. Radiology in the management of acute iron poisoning. Antiemetics as needed.

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Poisoning Fluid Resuscitation Seizures Resuscitation 98

Don't Forget the Bubbles

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

This should include early identification of life-threatening injuries, targeted fluid resuscitation using blood products, pain management, then eventual safeguarding and psychological support. E.g. burns, neurosurgery, interventional radiology. Establish IV access for potential fluid resuscitation.

Fluid Resuscitation 59

Fluid Resuscitation Domestic Violence Head Injuries Sexual Assault 59

RebelEM

MAY 25, 2023

In the initial management of trauma patients there are 4 key principles that should be followed: Control bleeding Restore tissue perfusion Minimize iatrogenic injury from the resuscitation itself Promote hemostasis References: Dutton RP et al. Hypotensive resuscitation during active hemorrhage: impact on in-hospital mortality.

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Resuscitation Fluid Resuscitation Head Injuries Shock 145

EMDocs

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

In this patient with a penetrating posterior flank injury, trace-free fluid in the pelvis on eFAST, and ongoing signs of hemorrhagic shock despite fluid and blood product administration, transferring to the operating room for exploration is indicated, especially with high probability of zone III injury-related retroperitoneal bleeding.

EMS 97

EMS Fluid Resuscitation Resuscitation Radiology 97

EMDocs

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

2 , 4 , 5 Recommended by the American College of Radiology (ACR) Appropriateness Criteria but otherwise limited for cervical perforations or alternative etiologies of chest pain. 4 Fluid resuscitation and vasopressor use as appropriate. PPI administration to decrease gastric acid secretion.

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Operations Radiology Radiology Fluid Resuscitation 93

EMDocs

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Hemodynamic resuscitation Key Concept: Patients with hemodynamic instability and/or suspected ongoing bleeding should receive intravenous fluid resuscitation with the goal of optimization of blood pressure and heart rate before endoscopic evaluation/intervention. (Conditional recommendation, low-quality evidence).

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Resuscitation Fluid Resuscitation Hospitals Research 104