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Episode 30 - Emergency Department Management of Patients With Complications of Bariatric Surgery

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Consider IV access and early IV fluids in those at risk for dehydration and intra-abdominal infections. Jeff: Tachycardic patients should make you concerned for hypovolemia 2/2 dehydration, sepsis, leaks, and blood loss. Nachi: Check an EKG immediately after arrival for any patient that may be concerning for ACS. 2012;8(1):1-7.

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Episode 19 - Cannabinoids: Emerging Evidence in Use and Abuse

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Nachi: We’re going to be talking about the pathophysiology of cannabinoids, clinical findings in abuse, best practice management, differences between natural and synthetic cannabinoids, and treatment for cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome. Be sure to look for and treat dehydration, acute renal failure, and rhabdo though.