Blood Transfusions Dehydration Emergency Department 
EMDocs
DECEMBER 6, 2024
6 Can see subsequent electrolyte disturbances and dehydration related to severity of GI symptoms. Blood transfusion for clinically significant blood loss. A partner at bedside reports recent depressed mood, abdominal pain, and vomiting yesterday. Typically presents in the first few hours following ingestion.
Don't Forget the Bubbles
JANUARY 10, 2024
Transfusion Decisions in Severe Anaemia Reducing child mortality remains high on the global health agenda. Let’s take the humble blood transfusion – used in emergency departments across the globe and playing a key role in critical care. However, there is a huge variation in transfusion practice globally.
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EMDocs
JUNE 27, 2024
His medical history is significant for three prior admissions for vaso-occlusive crises that have responded well to appropriate therapy, including pain control with NSAIDs and opioids, blood transfusions, antibiotics, and intravenous (IV) crystalloids. Triage vital signs include BP 127/81, HR 119, T 102.9 C or 100.4 mg/kg, max 0.4
Don't Forget the Bubbles
JULY 5, 2023
Be careful if the patient has received a recent blood transfusion since it may be misinterpreted as sickle cell trait instead of sickle cell disease. In these cases, repeat the Hb electrophoresis three months after the last blood transfusion. Would you consider this patient for blood transfusion?
EMDocs
JANUARY 6, 2025
A whole blood transfusion is initiated for the management of her anemia. 92 Refugee patients with SAM, dehydration, or shock should be admitted for further management. HIV Prevention and Treatment: The Evolving Role of the Emergency Department. Ann Emerg Med. Hypoglycemia is managed with IV dextrose.
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