The Trauma Pro
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Oftentimes, trauma patients arrive, are not very responsive, and are not carrying an ID. However, our electronic health record systems have a very difficult time with this. To expedite care, most hospitals developed a system of pseudo-names to be used until the patient can be identified. Originally, these names were often “Doe” names. The classic ones were John Doe and Jane Doe.
Emergency Live
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Innovative use of drones for security: a global trend touches the New Jersey coastline The sun-soaked beaches of Atlantic City and the Jersey Shore, while a magnet for summer thrill-seekers, harbor perilous secrets beneath their waves. The unfortunate incidents of drownings and the increasing reports of shark encounters have painted a stark reality: the enchanting […] The post Drones: A Modern Lifeguard’s Aerial Ally appeared first on Emergency Live.
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University of Maryland Department of Emergency Med
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Diverticular disease is a common condition, with 60% of individuals over age 80 and 30% of those over age 45 (!) having diverticula. Recent es.
Emergency Live
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Over 200 participants to discuss training, civil protection and Universal Civil Service On 14 October, at the Auditorium of the Ferrero Foundation in Alba, in the heart of Piedmont, an event of great resonance in the world of voluntary health work will take place: the Stati Generali delle Pubbliche Assistenze Anpas. With more than 200 […] The post Anpas Piemonte: States General for the future of voluntary health work appeared first on Emergency Live.
ACEP Now
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Ethylene glycol (EG), also known as ethane-1,2-diol, with the molecular formula CH2OHCH2OH, is a colorless, odorless, water-soluble liquid commonly used as antifreeze fluid in automobile radiators, and remains an important cause of significant and sometimes fatal toxicity in the United States, with approximately 6,000 exposures and 20 deaths reported to poison centers in 2021. 1 After possible exposures, early diagnosis and treatment are critical for preventing morbidity and mortality.
Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd
OCTOBER 10, 2023
When it comes to emergency medical services, every second counts. Swift assistance can be a matter of life or death. One organization that fully comprehends this urgency is Ziqitza Healthcare Ltd. This firm was founded by the visionary Sweta Mangal , and stands as a pioneering force in the Indian healthcare landscape. This organization is dedicated to revolutionizing emergency medical services across India, including Ziqitza Rajasthan.
Life in the Fast Lane
OCTOBER 10, 2023
James Miers and John Mackenzie Priapism management Emergency Procedure: Priapism management.
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PHARM
OCTOBER 10, 2023
In a country where most people live in remote hillside communities, tiny planes navigate mountain peaks in response to its worst emergencies — Read on www.telegraph.co.
Emergency Medicine Education
OCTOBER 10, 2023
A recent prospective study was published in CHEST regarding the use of peripheral administration of Norepinephrine in ICU. 603 patients received medication through peripheral IV access, and they found almost half of patients did not require central access, and 35 patients had extravasation with no significant complications.
Sensible Medicine
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Dr. Peter Attia’s longevity book Outlive is interesting and insightful, but readers should know that his muscular brand of primary care results in some very aggressive recommendations. This is a book that should be read and discussed, but not blindly followed. Subscribe now Like many of my patients, I recently read Peter Attia’s Outlive , and I found the book informative and highly motivational.
ACEP Now
OCTOBER 10, 2023
A 76-year-old female presents to the emergency department obtunded with left hemiplegia. Symptoms began just prior to presentation. Her blood pressure (BP) is 195/104 mmHg. The CT scan reveals a hemorrhage in the right internal capsule, suggestive of acute hypertensive hemorrhagic stroke. Should the BP be treated aggressively, what is the target, and how quickly should we achieve that target?
Sensible Medicine
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Dr. Peter Attia’s longevity book Outlive is interesting and insightful, but readers should know that his muscular brand of primary care results in some very aggressive recommendations. This is a book that should be read and discussed, but not blindly followed. Subscribe now Like many of my patients, I recently read Peter Attia’s Outlive , and I found the book informative and highly motivational.
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