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emDOCs Revamp: Alcohol Withdrawal

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fold higher risk of NSTI than the control group 12 For those without comorbidities , AUD exhibited a 15.2-fold fold higher risk of NSTI than the control group 12 For those without comorbidities , AUD exhibited a 15.2-fold fold higher risk of NSTI than the control group 12 For those without comorbidities , AUD exhibited a 15.2-fold

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Grand Rounds Recap 5.22.24

Taming the SRU

If you or your patient do not have a watch capable of providing you with an ECG, consider asking those on board to allow you to borrow theirs. Use checklists for complex procedures, such as airway management. Get a blood gas when possible to help guide your ventilation.

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emDOCs Revamp: Esophageal Perforation

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1 , 2 The most common non-iatrogenic cause is spontaneously due to increased intraesophageal pressure, Boerhaave syndrome, from forceful retching, coughing, straining, seizures, or even childbirth (15% of cases). upper endoscopy, transesophageal echo, etc.). Abdomen: Evidence of peritonitis if intra-abdominal rupture.

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Beyond Ketamine: When to use Facilitated Intubation in the ED

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Contraindicated seizures or porphyria. It is particularly useful in cases of physically difficult airway management, such as in patients with obesity, limited neck mobility, or cervical spine immobilization. Incidence and factors associated with cardiac arrest complicating emergency airway management.