Don't Forget the Bubbles

JULY 26, 2023

Add into this that the majority of children will be in normal sinus rhythm (NSR) by the time of assessment so to truly identify those who have something wrong we have to be confident in identifying arrhythmias where they are present and critical when analysing an ECG in NSR. All were examined and 98% had an ECG.

EKG/ECG 98

EKG/ECG Hospitals Shock Documentation/Coding 98

EMDocs

JANUARY 8, 2024

Avoid routine seizure prophylaxis in adult survivors of cardiac arrest (Level 3: no benefit), but treat seizures if they occur (Level 1: strong). For patients with OHCA, use of steroids during CPR is of uncertain benefit. Editorial Comment : Yes to PCI after arrest with STEMI on ECG. o C recommended (Level 1: strong).

Seizures 97

Seizures Shock CPR Hyperthermia / Hypothermia 97

Taming the SRU

OCTOBER 5, 2023

morbidity and mortality - quality improvement - research grand rounds - r1 clinical knowledge: pres/rcvs - r4 case follow-up: compartment syndrome Morbidity and Mortality WITH dr. finney Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy with COVID-19 Increasing incidence of Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy with the COVID-19 pandemic Morbidity and mortality is similar to that of ACS (..)

Stroke 91

Stroke EKG/ECG Seizures CPR 91

EMDocs

JANUARY 11, 2024

The neurologic section was divided into (1) brain oxygenation, perfusion, edema, and intracranial pressure (ICP); (2) seizures and the ictal-interictal continuum (IIC); and (3) sedation and analgesia. EEG Monitoring and Seizures Statements Takeaway: If possible, obtain an EEG to evaluate for seizure activity.

Seizures 94

Seizures Shock Infectious Diseases CPR 94

EMDocs

JANUARY 17, 2024

She received cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and standard advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS). Her electrocardiogram (ECG) showed atrial fibrillation which was cardioverted to sinus rhythm. Benzodiazepines are first-line therapy for seizures. 5) From 2012 to 2019, pediatric benzonatate prescribing soared by 62%. (9)

Poisoning 81

Poisoning Seizures Pediatrics EMS 81

Mind The Bleep

MAY 16, 2023

Some important causes to consider include reflux (very common), seizures, and maltreatment/NAI. Other tests: At most, guidelines suggest that an ECG and pertussis test may be undertaken. An event cannot be said to be unexplained unless you have tried to explain it.

Basic Life Support 52

Basic Life Support Seizures CPR Wellness 52

Critical Care Now

JUNE 21, 2022

His coach and fellow players witnessed a seizure-like activity immediately after collapsing. CPR was started immediately after the coaching staff could not find a pulse and EMS arrived to find the patient in cardiac arrest. The first prehospital EKG showed Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia (PVT) that responded to defibrillation.

Seizures 52

Seizures EKG/ECG CPR Shock 52