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Recognition and Treatment of Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura

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2 TTP often presents abruptly, and most patients that develop it first visit the emergency department (ED) as their symptoms worsen. It is thus imperative that emergency physicians be able to recognize and properly treat this disease, especially in the absence of its classical presentation. Am J Emerg Med. J Emerg Med.

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When the Patient History Does Not Fit

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It is 0715 hours, and you have just come onto shift when EMS calls that they are bringing in an 11-month-old female who won’t stop crying. Emergency department (ED) visits for pediatric injuries are common, and millions of children are seen each year. It was after doing so that the child began screaming.

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Hand Examination & Pathology

Don't Forget the Bubbles

We will focus on the most important structures when assessing paediatric hands in the emergency department. Discussion (from Orthobullets, Relias media & EM News blog) What does this x-ray show? These however may include closed reduction in the emergency department with a nerve block and/or under procedural sedation.

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Grand Rounds Recap 7.17.24

Taming the SRU

Use pacesetting to get quick results from a highly motivated and competent team Use coaching to help an employee improve performance and develop long-term strengths Social EM Grand Rounds: Interpersonal and community violence WITH drs. Can an airway assessment score predict difficulty at intubation in the ED?