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Episode 36 - Diagnosis and Management of Acute Gastroenteritis in the Emergency Department

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Stool Cultures: 2017 IDSA guidelines recommends them in patients with fever, bloody or mucoid stools, severe abdominal cramping or tenderness, or signs of sepsis, noting these patients are at higher risk of bacterial infection. IV hydration for patients with severe dehydration, hypovolemic shock, septic shock, or failed oral rehydration.

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Episode 20 - Emergency Department Management of North American Snake Envenomations

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In severe cases this can lead to systemic bleeding and even hemorrhagic shock. Jeff: And to round out this section – just be aware that rare effects such as osteonecrosis, ischemic stroke, massive PE, and septic shock have all been reported. Those on anticoagulants and anti-platelet agents are at increased risk.