RebelEM

JANUARY 18, 2024

Background: Sepsis remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality. It is well-established that earlier recognition and treatment can lead to better outcome for these patients . Prehospital Administration of Broad-Spectrum Antibiotics for Sepsis Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Health Sci Rep 2022.

Sepsis 130

Sepsis Hospitals Administration Outcomes 130

PulmCCM

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In 18 severe sepsis patients in 3 years at one center who underwent PET scanning (apparently done ad hoc), 14 of the 18 had positive tests, and 11 were true positives, leading to surgery in 2 and pacemaker removal in 2 (and longer / new antibiotics in 2). CRP performed adequately, but less accurately than PCT.)

Best Practices 111

Best Practices Ultrasounds Infectious Diseases Sepsis 111

EMDocs

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Antibiotics are recommended for those with complicated diverticulitis, as well as surgical specialist consult if necessary (e.g., Included patients had confirmed uncomplicated diverticulitis but no immunosuppression, peritonitis, sepsis. Patients with sepsis and immunocompromise were not included. perforation).  Br J Surg.

Sepsis 108

Sepsis Best Practices Hospitals Outcomes 108

ACEP Now

JULY 7, 2023

Patients with sepsis get antibiotics. The article also will not address severe agitation, which is already well covered elsewhere and is the topic of an ACEP clinical policy currently in development. This month, we are discussing the medical management of patients with mild to moderate agitation. Patients in DKA get insulin.

Emergency Department 52

Emergency Department Psychiatric Administration Best Practices 52

EB Medicine

JULY 8, 2019

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.

Emergency Department 40

Emergency Department Sepsis Operations Dehydration 40

Taming the SRU

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

There are a few other factors as well that may increase risk for a transfusion reaction but are likely not readily available on patient history or are outside the physician’s control. Adverse reactions to transfusion of blood products and Best Practices for Prevention.” Accessed 8 Sept. Frazier, Susan K.,

Blood Transfusions 90

Blood Transfusions Anaphylaxis Emergency Department Sepsis 90

ACEP Now

JANUARY 2, 2025

Conversely, you can get a small bonus if you do well in your reporting. Physicians enrolling in E-QUAL engage in collaborative projects that tackle critical issues like stroke care, sepsis management, and the opioid crisis. This participation ensures that EDs nationwide not only meet benchmarks, but actively refine their practices.

Best Practices 52

Best Practices Stroke Emergency Department Research 52