EMDocs

DECEMBER 6, 2024

In the late 1990s, iron was the leading cause of poisoning deaths reported to poison control centers for children less than 6 years of age. 6 Can see subsequent electrolyte disturbances and dehydration related to severity of GI symptoms. Unit-dose packaging of iron supplements and reduction of iron poisoning in young children.

Poisoning 94

Poisoning Fluid Resuscitation Seizures Resuscitation 94

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JANUARY 17, 2024

Forrester reported data from the Texas Poison Centers surrounding 110 cases of superabsorbent polymer bead ingestions between 2011 and 2016. Closer to home, the New South Wales Poisons Information Centre (NSWPIC) reported 129 incidents involving water-absorbing beads since 2004. Zamora et al., Persistent vomiting affected all 43 cases.

Pediatrics 111

Pediatrics Poisoning Ultrasounds Dehydration 111

EB Medicine

MARCH 4, 2020

not ED specific) Food poisoning is responsible for 5% of AGE but results in 30% of deaths. Ciguatera Fish Poisoning Toxin produced by algae consumed by reef fish like grouper, red snapper, sea bass and Spanish mackerel. Lab evaluation for dehydration is recommended in these populations. Symptoms begin 6-24 hours post ingestion.

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Emergency Department Dehydration Poisoning Allergic Reactions 40

EMDocs

OCTOBER 10, 2024

She is concerned about food poisoning and says the groin/thigh pain feels like a prior episode of sciatica. She had no persistent vomiting, was not dehydrated and had no fever. It began 5 days earlier after eating chicken nuggets from Wendy’s. Insulin is listed as one of her meds, but her diabetes is not otherwise addressed.

Documentation/Coding 93

Documentation/Coding Hospitals Sepsis Infectious Diseases 93

Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd

JUNE 13, 2024

Minor issues like dehydration and heat stroke could also show up with this symptom. Severe or persistent vomiting or diarrhea Prolonged episodes of severe vomiting or diarrhea can cause electrolyte imbalances and dehydration. Common reasons include infections, gastrointestinal issues, and food poisoning.

Burns 52

Burns Stroke Ambulance Services Seizures 52

Taming the SRU

APRIL 13, 2023

beta blockers decrease ability to dissipate heat through increase CO, diuretics predispose to dehydration, or anticholinergic agents can affect thermoregulation) Clinical Presentation: Temperature elevation, usually 40.5C EtOH, amphetamines, or cocaine) Prescription drugs (i.e.

Hyperthermia / Hypothermia 52

Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Poisoning EKG/ECG Seizures 52

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2016

2) Hypoxia, including poisons of oxidative phosphorylation such as HS, CO, CN. 3) Anemia, or poisons of hemoglobin such as methemoglobin or CO 4) Fixed coronary stenosis that limits flow. For instance: sepsis, bleeding, dehydration, hypoxia, and mild ACS. Hypotension may of course be a result of a brady- or tachydysrhythmia.

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EKG/ECG Shock Fluid Resuscitation Documentation/Coding 40