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SGEM Xtra: Are tPA Stroke Trials Really Fragile?

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

Fragility Index Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials Shows Highly Robust Evidential Strength for Benefit of The post SGEM Xtra: Are tPA Stroke Trials Really Fragile? I knew about Jeff from his multiple publications in the stroke literature. first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine. This is an SGEM Xtra.

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Brain Trauma Guidelines for Emergency Medicine

ACEP Now

Confounders to the GCS such as seizure and post-ictal phase, ingestions and drug overdose, as well as medications administered in the prehospital setting that impact GCS score should be documented. The GCS must be obtained through interaction with the patient (i.e.,

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Episode 28 - Depressed and Suicidal Patients in the Emergency Department: An Evidence-Based Approach

EB Medicine

The PSS-3 assesses for depression/hopelessness and suicidal ideations in the past 2 weeks as well as lifetime history of suicide attempt. This model involves educating clinicians on best practices, identifying screening and assessment tools for engagement, treatment, and disposition. Let’s move on to the physical.

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ACEP’s Emergency Medicine Data Institute Improves Patient Care

ACEP Now

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.

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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. First up is the link between cannabis use and stroke or TIA. So buckle up and get ready.

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Pediatric Pain

Pediatric Emergency Playbook

Tachycardia, tachypnea, and a change in behavior can be indicators not only to the presence of pain, but possibly to its etiology as well. For children greater than one year who are preverbal, a well performing scale is the FLACC score: Face, Legs, Activity, Cry, Consolability ( Table 3 ).

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The Key Principles of Restorative Nursing: What Every Provider Should Know 

American Medical Compliance

For example, a stroke patient may need daily movement exercises to improve mobility, while someone recovering from hip surgery might benefit from a walking assistance program. Supporting Mental and Emotional Well-Being Restorative nursing goes beyond physical recoveryit also supports mental and emotional health.

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