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Medical Malpractice Insights: A Rare Presentation – Groin pain? Nec fasc? Diabetes? Appendicitis?

EMDocs

The goal of MMI-LFL is to improve patient safety, educate physicians and reduce the cost and stress of medical malpractice lawsuits. EKG shows atrial fibrillation with a rate of 169. She had no persistent vomiting, was not dehydrated and had no fever. To opt in to the free subscriber list, click here.

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Episode 30 - Emergency Department Management of Patients With Complications of Bariatric Surgery

EB Medicine

Consider IV access and early IV fluids in those at risk for dehydration and intra-abdominal infections. In terms of destination, if it’s feasible and the patient is stable consider transport directly to the nearest bariatric center - early efforts up front will really expedite patient care. At 6 to 8 mL/kg. Metabolism.