Taming the SRU

APRIL 13, 2023

stent, percutaneous nephrostomy) by urology or IR Hypokalemia evaluate for EKG changes assess for underlying cause and factors that may influence ability to replete (i.e. stent, percutaneous nephrostomy) by urology or IR Hypokalemia evaluate for EKG changes assess for underlying cause and factors that may influence ability to replete (i.e.

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Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Poisoning EKG/ECG Seizures 52

EB Medicine

JULY 8, 2019

Consider IV access and early IV fluids in those at risk for dehydration and intra-abdominal infections. Jeff: Tachycardic patients should make you concerned for hypovolemia 2/2 dehydration, sepsis, leaks, and blood loss. Nachi: Check an EKG immediately after arrival for any patient that may be concerning for ACS.

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EB Medicine

AUGUST 1, 2018

Jeff: The hyperemetic phase lasts 24-48 hours and can lead to dehydration, electrolyte abnormalities, and weight loss. Jeff: For any patient arriving with suspected cannabis or synthetic abuse, consider checking an EKG. Be sure to look for and treat dehydration, acute renal failure, and rhabdo though.

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Seizures Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Administration Dehydration 40

ACEP Now

MARCH 11, 2025

It is important that we identify eating disorders in the ED, as the earlier treatment is started, the better the long-term outcomes (similar to schizophrenia), the lower the mortality rate, and the less likely they are to develop serious medical complications. Comorbidity and outcome in eating disorders. Int J Eat Disord.

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Emergency Department Psychiatric Dehydration Pediatrics 83

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

APRIL 8, 2015

Also consider non-hemorrhagic volume depletion, dehydration : orthostatic vitals may uncover this [see Mendu et al. (3)]. Cardiac Syncope ("True Syncope") Independent Predictors of Adverse Outcomes condensed from multiple studies 1. Abnormal ECG – looks for cardiac syncope. Age greater than 65 (Sarasin and STePS) 3.

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Emergency Department EKG/ECG Outcomes Seizures 52

EMDocs

DECEMBER 16, 2023

A 12-lead EKG shows sinus tachycardia but is otherwise normal. Clinical characteristics and outcome of thyroid storm: a case series and review of neuropsychiatric derangements in thyrotoxicosis. Outcome and risk factors associated with extent of central nervous system injury due to exertional heat stroke. link] Swee, duS.,

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EMDocs

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Pain can be associated with a friction rub on cardiac auscultation, a pericardial effusion on a bedside echocardiogram, or diffuse ST elevations on an EKG. A comprehensive, patient-centered approach to pain management ensures effective treatment across these diverse pain syndromes, ultimately improving patient outcomes. Am J Emerg Med.

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Taming the SRU

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Prolonged hiccups can also cause a myriad of negative health consequences including sleep deprivation, exhaustion, malnutrition, dehydration, and depression. Hiccups in patients with cancer: a multi-site, single-institution study of etiology, severity, complications, interventions, and outcomes. BMC Cancer. 2022;22:659. 2021;62(3).

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Taming the SRU

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Initial work up when suspicious of this process should include ECG, chest x-ray, urinalysis, and the following labs: CBC, CMP, magnesium, phosphate, calcium, uric acid, VBG (for pH), and lactate dehydrogenase (10). Therefore, it should only be administered in life-threatening arrhythmia and not simply for peaked t waves on ECG (2,20).

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