EMDocs

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Characterized by hypovolemia, vasodilation, reduced cardiac output, hyperventilation, elevated temperature, seizure, coma, and cardiovascular collapse. 7 Workup other than serum iron concentration at 4 hours after ingestion not shown to accurately predict clinical outcomes or severity of toxicity. Can progress to hepatic failure.

Poisoning 98

Poisoning Fluid Resuscitation Seizures Resuscitation 98

EMDocs

MAY 15, 2024

Based on light absorption from blood flow at the sensor site (using HbA, not HbS) Underestimates alveolar hypoxemia. Causes and outcomes of the acute chest syndrome in sickle cell disease. Infectious: bacterial or viral pneumonia ( M. pneumoniae, C. Everyone needs atypical coverage. Am J Emerg Med. 2022 Aug;58:235-244. PMID: 35717760.

Blood Transfusions 105

Blood Transfusions Fluid Resuscitation Dehydration Ultrasounds 105

EMDocs

MAY 28, 2024

Based on light absorption from blood flow at the sensor site (using HbA, not HbS). Blood transfusion Reduces the overall proportion of HbS. Causes and outcomes of the acute chest syndrome in sickle cell disease. Infectious: bacterial or viral pneumonia ( M. pneumoniae, C. Improves oxygen carrying capacity. Am J Emerg Med.

Blood Transfusions 98

Blood Transfusions Fluid Resuscitation Dehydration Ultrasounds 98

Downeast Emergency Medicine

APRIL 26, 2021

4] We also know that severe TBI is commonly associated with the development of intracranial hemorrhage where the presence and volume of blood are associated with increased mortality and poor outcomes.[5] Association between prehospital tranexamic acid administration and outcomes of severe traumatic brain injury. JAMA Neurol.

Head Injuries 52

Head Injuries Administration Outcomes Seizures 52

EMDocs

JULY 3, 2023

Introduction SAH has the potential for rapid progression and devastating outcomes. 4 Common symptoms of SAH on presentation include vomiting, neck stiffness, altered mental status or decreased level of consciousness, hemiparesis, and seizure-like activity. Unfortunately, seizures in patients with SAH increase the risk of rebleeding.

Seizures 98

Seizures Stroke Outcomes EMS 98

Taming the SRU

JUNE 6, 2023

then need further evaluation Usually with CTA imaging If normal physical exam & ABI>0.9, HAJDU Mild TBI’s & Concussions in the Emergency Department TBI’s are relatively common >3 million TBI’s in the US annually 2.5

Documentation/Coding 65

Documentation/Coding Seizures Psychiatric Wellness 65

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JULY 5, 2023

Furthermore, educating both patients and their families is important in order to achieve good treatment compliance and better clinical outcomes. 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.

Blood Transfusions 126

Blood Transfusions Stroke Dehydration Sepsis 126