EMDocs

DECEMBER 6, 2024

6 Can see subsequent electrolyte disturbances and dehydration related to severity of GI symptoms. Aggressive fluid resuscitation as patients may be severely hypovolemic from GI symptoms. Blood transfusion for clinically significant blood loss. Typically presents in the first few hours following ingestion.

Poisoning 98

Poisoning Fluid Resuscitation Seizures Resuscitation 98

EMDocs

MAY 15, 2024

Other causes of sickling: acidosis, dehydration, inflammation, infection, fever, and blood stasis Sickling leads to vascular occlusion, end-organ ischemia, and decreased RBC lifespan, which, in turn, leads to pain crisis, acute anemia, sequestration, infection, and acute chest syndrome (ACS.) times maintenance.

Blood Transfusions 104

Blood Transfusions Fluid Resuscitation Dehydration Ultrasounds 104

EMDocs

MAY 28, 2024

Other causes of sickling: acidosis, dehydration, inflammation, infection, fever, and blood stasis. Fluid management Goal is euvolemia Dehydration – needs IV fluid resuscitation. Blood transfusion Reduces the overall proportion of HbS. Decreases splinting and improves tidal volumes.

Blood Transfusions 98

Blood Transfusions Fluid Resuscitation Dehydration Ultrasounds 98

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

Pediatrics 98

Pediatrics Dehydration EMS Hospitals 98

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. ED Evaluation Transport to the ED from the refugee reception center takes 1 hour. Hypoglycemia is managed with IV dextrose.

Infectious Diseases 75

Infectious Diseases CDC PPE Rapid Diagnostic Testing 75