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Paediatric Constipation

Mind The Bleep

It is also sensible to advised to ensure good fluid intake throughout treatment to help avoid dehydration which can occur with laxatives. LaznerM, “The Alex Emergency Department, Paediatric Practice Guideline. Belking-Gerson J, “BMJ Best Practice: Constipation in Children,” 5 March 2023.

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

EB Medicine

Jeff: Well that’s kind worrisome. Which again reiterates why this is such an important topic for us as EM clinicians to be well-versed in. For the sake of completeness, just be aware that there is also the biliopancreatic diversion with or without a duodenal switch, as well as a vertical banded gastroplasty. At 6 to 8 mL/kg.

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Episode 19 - Cannabinoids: Emerging Evidence in Use and Abuse

EB Medicine

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. Jeff: And the etiology of CHS is not well understood. So buckle up and get ready.

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The Power of Teamwork in Combating Nursing Home Neglect 

American Medical Compliance

This alarming statistic underscores the urgent need for stronger safeguards in long-term care facilities, where vulnerable elderly residents rely on healthcare providers for their well-being. Nutritional neglect Providing inadequate nutrition, leading to malnutrition and dehydration. Contact us here.

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IV fluids in the ED: When do we really need them?

EMDocs

1,2 For hypervolemia in heart failure patients, orthopnea >2 pillows is the most reliable clinical finding, 3,4 though an increase in peripheral edema and increased weight can be useful as well. For patients who are elderly, orthostasis is an unreliable clinical finding and may be present in the absence of dehydration.