PulmCCM

JANUARY 29, 2024

Epinephrine remains the drug of choice during CPR Epinephrine remains the first-line therapy for cardiac arrest due to non-shockable rhythms (i.e., No new evidence arose to alter the usual schedule of administering 1 mg epinephrine as quickly as possible, then every 3 to 5 minutes while CPR is ongoing. PEA and asystole).

Seizures 115

Seizures CPR Documentation/Coding Hyperthermia / Hypothermia 115

EMDocs

JANUARY 8, 2024

Magnesium does not improve ROSC, survival, or neurologic outcomes, no matter the presenting rhythm (Level 3: no benefit). Avoid routine seizure prophylaxis in adult survivors of cardiac arrest (Level 3: no benefit), but treat seizures if they occur (Level 1: strong). o C recommended (Level 1: strong). COR 2b, LOE B-R.

Seizures 97

Seizures Shock CPR Hyperthermia / Hypothermia 97

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

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

Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd

JUNE 13, 2024

Knowledge of life-saving skills can significantly impact patient outcomes, potentially saving lives and avoiding future health complications. Rapid medical response is essential in this case to prevent long-term complications and death and improve outcomes. Immediately begin CPR if the patient stops breathing.

Burns 52

Burns Stroke Ambulance Services Dehydration 52

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JULY 26, 2023

Some families have unexplained deaths during sporting events, an unusual number of car accidents, seizures in someone without a formal diagnosis of epilepsy. Mum (first aid trained) gave back blows and started CPR. Where there are a number of unexplained deaths, start to be more critical about what this could mean.

EKG/ECG 98

EKG/ECG Hospitals Shock Documentation/Coding 98

Don't Forget the Bubbles

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

There is significant evidence in adults and developing in the paediatric population that TXA results in better outcomes if given early in patients with mild to moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI) and does not cause harm. Disability – Altered mentation, seizure, stroke symptoms, severe headache, neurological deficit, visual symptoms.

Domestic Violence 59

Domestic Violence Fluid Resuscitation Head Injuries Sexual Assault 59