AED Leader

JUNE 11, 2023

Studies have shown a greater likelihood of survival when a bystander used an AED (67%) rather than waiting for emergency medical services to shock the patient (43%). Having a fully functional and fully charged AED has been one of the key factors in the survival of SCA patients who have been rescued across the United States.

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AED Leader

JUNE 25, 2024

Train Staff in AED Operation and Maintenance Proper training is essential for effectively using and maintaining your Philips AED. Expired pads or batteries may not deliver the shocks or power required in a life-saving situation. Q: How can I ensure my staff is adequately trained in AED operation and maintenance?

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AED Leader

APRIL 27, 2024

In this blog post, we will provide valuable tips and insights on how to prolong the power of your battery defibrillator, ensuring that it is always ready to deliver a life-saving shock when needed. The defibrillator unit delivers the electric shock, while the battery pack provides the necessary power to operate the device.

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EB Medicine

JULY 8, 2019

Nachi: Unfortunately this procedure is associated with a relatively high re-operation rate – one study found 20% of patients required removal or revision. Jeff: Even more shockingly, some series showed a 52% repeat operation rate. These patients often require emergent operative intervention. 2015;25(4):622-627. 2012;8(1):1-7.

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Pediatric EM Morsels

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Both have a range of detection limits, which can be greatly dependent on operator. Food and Drug Administration Approval of Artesunate for Severe Malaria: Enough to Achieve Best Practice? falciparum parasitemia , and no other defined cause of AMS (WHO 2023). Clin Microbiol Rev. 2020 Mar 11;33(2):e00104-19. Clin Infect Dis.

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EB Medicine

AUGUST 1, 2018

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. So buckle up and get ready. million, and cocaine at 1.9 Counsel them on drug abuse also.

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Pediatric Emergency Playbook

JANUARY 1, 2017

Neonatal observational scales have been validated in the intensive care and post-operative settings; ED-specific quantitative scales are lacking. CRIES ( Table 1 ) was validated for post-operative patients; to adapt its use for the ED, the most conservative approach is to substitute “preoperative baseline” with normal range for age.

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