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

Emergent coronary angiography is not recommended over a delayed or selective strategy in patients with ROSC after cardiac arrest in the absence of ST-segment elevation, shock, electrical instability, signs of significant myocardial damage, and ongoing ischemia (Level 3: no benefit). o C recommended (Level 1: strong). COR 2b, LOE B-R.

Seizures 82

Seizures Shock CPR Hyperthermia / Hypothermia 82

EMDocs

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation can be lifesaving for patients with cardiogenic shock or dysrhythmias that are refractory to other treatment measure s. Flumazenil administration is associated with harm in patients who are at increased risk for seizures or dysrhythmias. COR No Benefit, LOE C-EO. COR Harm, LOE B-R.

Poisoning 94

Poisoning Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Seizures Administration 94

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 75

Seizures Shock Infectious Diseases CPR 75

Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd

JUNE 13, 2024

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. Immediately begin CPR if the patient stops breathing.

Stroke 52

Stroke Burns Ambulance Services Seizures 52

Taming the SRU

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

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

Sepsis 94

Sepsis Fractures Documentation/Coding Administration 94

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. For anyone approaching a structured ABC would be a priority to establish whether shock was present or not. Mum (first aid trained) gave back blows and started CPR.

EKG/ECG 98

EKG/ECG Hospitals Shock Documentation/Coding 98