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2023 AHA Update on ACLS

EMDocs

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.

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AHA/NCS Statement on Critical Care Management of Post ROSC Patients

EMDocs

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.

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Grand Rounds Recap 10.4.23

Taming the SRU

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 (..)

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Advanced Emergency Nursing from AENJ

If doing what was called "the one-man-band resurrection shuffle" [single person CPR in the back of a moving ambulance], this worked very well, as the bag would stay hanging there on the patient's face. These indices would have reinforced the clinical decision progress and avoided bad outcomes from unsuccessful estimates.

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The Latest in Critical Care, 1/29/24 (Issue #27)

PulmCCM

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).

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Major Trauma – Injuries by Assault

Don't Forget the Bubbles

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.

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How To Handle Medical Emergencies: A Guide For Everyone

Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd

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.

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