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2023 AHA Update on Management Cardiac Arrest or Life-Threatening Toxicity Due to Poisoning

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Author: Brit Long, MD (@long_brit) // Reviewed by Alex Koyfman, MD (@EMHighAK) The American Heart Association 2023 Guideline for managing cardiac arrest or life-threatening toxicity due to poisoning was recently released. Opioid overdose remains the leading cause of cardiac arrest due to poisoning in North America. COR 2a, LOE B-NR.

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Grand Rounds Recap 7.12.23

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Fundamentals of ECMO - leadership curriculum - ultrasound GR - macgyver techniques fundamentals of ecmo WITH dr. bonomo ECPR from the ED: The ideal patients: Young patients with refractory VF/VT arrest ≤ 30 min since arrest onset Poisonings with cardiogenic shock Severe hypothermia with arrest Massive PE with arrest Key points: Good CPR/advanced ACLS (..)

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How To Handle Medical Emergencies: A Guide For Everyone

Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd

Common reasons include infections, gastrointestinal issues, and food poisoning. However, if severe instances are not addressed, they can lead to shock or kidney failure. If the patient is unconscious and not breathing, try to administer CPR or use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator), if available.

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Grand Rounds Recap 8.16.23

Taming the SRU

Lane & Mcdonough Definition of an immediate whole body CT (iWBCT) scan Shortly after patient arrival.

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