EMDocs

JUNE 12, 2024

Previous triad of death = hypothermia, acidosis, and coagulopathy. HypoCa is common in trauma patients and is associated with poor outcomes. Whole blood does contain less citrate. Liver dysfunction, secondary cirrhosis, critical illness, trauma, and hypothermia reduce citrate metabolism. Hypothermia also leads to hypoCa.

Hyperthermia / Hypothermia 89

Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Resuscitation Administration Blood Transfusions 89

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.

Blood Transfusions 78

Blood Transfusions Outcomes Research Hospitals 78

RebelEM

JUNE 19, 2023

Our bodies have a finely tuned system that allows blood to flow freely and not clot too easily while also allowing the body to form clots when needed. This balance is upset in trauma by loss of blood and factors, acidosis, hypothermia and the inflammatory cascade. 1.00 (0.9 – 1.12) Secondary Outcome Mortality 24h 9.7%

Outcomes 105

Outcomes Blood Transfusions Administration Hyperthermia / Hypothermia 105

EMDocs

MAY 28, 2024

Blood transfusion Reduces the overall proportion of HbS. Issues with pulse oximetry Pulse oximetry frequently underestimates the alveolar hypoxia that results in sickling and pulmonary infarction and overestimates the arterial blood oxygen saturation. Causes and outcomes of the acute chest syndrome in sickle cell disease.

Blood Transfusions 75

Blood Transfusions Fluid Resuscitation Dehydration Ultrasounds 75

Don't Forget the Bubbles

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Research and guidelines from Australian centres, like those published by the Australian and New Zealand Neonatal Network (ANZNN), emphasize early detection and management to improve outcomes. Effective management of MAS will often result in the stabilization of blood pressure. After any stressful situation, don’t forget to debrief.

Sepsis 59

Sepsis Shock Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Administration 59

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. Pediatr Blood Cancer. Triage vital signs include BP 127/81, HR 119, T 102.9

Pediatrics 75

Pediatrics Dehydration EMS Hospitals 75

Northwestern EM Blog

JANUARY 24, 2022

Those at higher risk of hypocalcemia (vitamin D deficiency, ESRD, hyperparathyroidism, burns, multiple blood transfusions, etc.) However, even subclinical hypothyroidism with an elevated TSH but normal T4 increases risk of poor outcomes due to effects on cardiac function. Sources: 1) Amrein K, Martucci G, and Hahner S.

Anaphylaxis 52

Anaphylaxis Shock Sepsis Resuscitation 52