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The PROPHY-VAP Trial: Ceftriaxone to Prevent VAP in Patients with Acute Brain Injury

RebelEM

Background: Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP), or what the CDC recently renamed infection-related ventilator-associated complication (IVAC), is defined as a nosocomial pneumonia occurring on day 3 of mechanical ventilation that was preceded by 2 days of stable or decreasing ventilator requirements. 1, 2 Its occurrence often portends worse outcomes in intubated patients, whose projected hospital course was already tenuous. 3, 4 It is the most common nosocomial infection in patients on m

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No Easy Fixes for Women Leaving EM

Emergency Medicine News

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Quality differences of supplements vs. drugs

Science Based Medicine

When it comes to drugs or dietary supplements, accuracy should be a given. What’s on the label should accurately describe what’s in the bottle. No exceptions. When it comes to ensuring the products we buy are of high quality, we’re all effectively reliant on regulation to protect us. As a pharmacist, I can’t personally verify that each tablet in your prescription contains […] The post Quality differences of supplements vs. drugs first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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The First10EM monthly wrap-up for February 2024

First 10 EM

The First10EM monthly wrap up is a place for me to share updates about the website, about my academic life, and also interesting content, such as books, podcasts, and other FOAMed, that I have encountered in the prior month. Obviously the format means the focus is mostly on content I have found, but I hope […] The post The First10EM monthly wrap-up for February 2024 appeared first on First10EM.

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Global Health map – connecting UK emergency care practitioners

St. Emlyn

St.Emlyn's - Emergency Medicine #FOAMed In our modern world global health is vitally and increasingly important. Anisa Jafar takes us through a project designed to connect and map global health practitioners. Follow the links and join the network. The post Global Health map – connecting UK emergency care practitioners appeared first on St.Emlyn's.

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Hildegard of Bingen: pioneer of medieval medicine

Emergency Live

An Legacy of Knowledge and Care Hildegard of Bingen, an eminent figure of the Middle Ages, left an indelible mark in the field of natural sciences with an encyclopedic treatise encompassing the medical and botanical knowledge of the time. Her works, “Physica” and “Causae et curae“, represent pillars of medieval medicine, providing detailed descriptions of […] The post Hildegard of Bingen: pioneer of medieval medicine appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Exploring the Benefits: Why Nurses Should Consider Working With One Healthcare Staffing Agency

Core Medical Group

Navigating the complexities of the travel healthcare industry can feel daunting, given the abundance of staffing agencies available. Nurses choose to travel for various reasons. The main appeal of travel nursing is the freedom it provides, enabling nurses to determine their work locations and schedules.

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The Undeniable Allure of New Drugs and Technology for SVT

Emergency Medicine News

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Medieval medicine: between empiricism and faith

Emergency Live

A foray into the practices and beliefs of medicine in medieval Europe Ancient roots and medieval practices Medicine in medieval Europe represented a blend of ancient knowledge, diverse cultural influences, and pragmatic innovations. Maintaining the balance of the four humors (yellow bile, phlegm, black bile, and blood), physicians of the time relied on standardized initial […] The post Medieval medicine: between empiricism and faith appeared first on Emergency Live.

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ECG Pointers: Ashman’s Phenomenon

EMDocs

Authors: Rachel Bridwell (Attending EM Physician); Brannon Inman, MD (EM Crit Care, Orlando Health); Lloyd Tannenbaum (Staff Physician, Hackensack University Medical Center) // Reviewed by: Jamie Santistevan, MD ( @jamie_rae_EMdoc, EM Physician, Presbyterian Hospital, Albuquerque, NM); Manpreet Singh, MD ( @MPrizzleER ); Brit Long, MD ( @long_brit ) Case: You’re working on shift and the nurses hand you an ECG asking what you want for rate control on this: Do you think this is atrial fibrillatio

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eCall: The Invisible Guardian of Europe's Roads

Emergency Live

A Digital Guardian Angel for Road Safety The introduction of eCall, an automatic emergency call system installed in vehicles, marked a significant breakthrough in road safety within the European Union. This device, mandatory on all new models of cars and light vans since March 31, 2018, is designed to automatically send an emergency call to […] The post eCall: The Invisible Guardian of Europe's Roads appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Don't Lose Sight of What's Important

Emergency Medicine News

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112: a single number for all emergencies

Emergency Live

How the European Emergency Number is Transforming Emergency Response in Europe and Italy The number that unites Europe in case of emergency The European Emergency Number (EEN) 112 represents a milestone in the realm of rescue and safety in Europe. Active in all European Union member states, as well as in many other countries, 112 […] The post 112: a single number for all emergencies appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Ultrasound-Guided Lines for the Win

Emergency Medicine News

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Maria Montessori: A legacy that spans medicine and education

Emergency Live

The story of the first Italian woman in medicine and founder of a revolutionary educational method From university halls to childhood care Maria Montessori, born on August 31, 1870, in Chiaravalle, Italy, is recognized not only as the first woman in Italy to graduate in medicine from the University of Rome in 1896 but also […] The post Maria Montessori: A legacy that spans medicine and education appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Medics Convicted of Homicide Justified Ketamine Use with ExDS Diagnosis

Emergency Medicine News

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Common complications of diabetes: an essential guide

Emergency Live

An Overview Diabetes mellitus, a metabolic disease characterized by high levels of glucose in the blood, can lead to a range of both acute and chronic complications. These conditions can affect various organs and systems of the body, including the heart, kidneys, nerves, and eyes, with serious consequences for overall health. Cardiovascular Issues and Infections […] The post Common complications of diabetes: an essential guide appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Evaluating Contrast Media Extravasation

Emergency Medicine News

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Where Are U: Revolution in Emergency Management

Emergency Live

An App Making a Difference in Critical Moments In an increasingly connected world, personal safety takes on a new dimension with “Where Are U,” the application revolutionizing how emergencies are handled in Europe. Available on various devices, this app allows users to call the emergency number 112, automatically sending crucial data such as geographical location […] The post Where Are U: Revolution in Emergency Management appeared first on Emergency Live.

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ARiE Trial – Rifaximin for encephalopathy

The Bottom Line

In critically ill adults with overt acute hepatic encephalopathy (HE) admitted to ICU, does the addition of rifaximin to broad spectrum antimicrobials affect time to resolution of HE?

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Symptoms: Anxiety, Dyspnea, and Cyanosis

Emergency Medicine News

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Understanding Psychotropic Medications Training

American Medical Compliance

The following Understanding Psychotropic Medications Training is designed to educate healthcare providers (HCP) on the different types of psychotropic medications. Medications can play an important role in treating mental disorders and conditions. They are often used in combination with other treatments, such as psychotherapy and brain stimulation therapy.

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Healthy meal prep

Mind The Bleep

Right, we’ve all been there. You’re starving after finished a long day, have forgotten the shops close at 4pm on Sunday, or simply can’t find the energy to chop onions and garlic in preparation for a set of nights. You want something healthy, filling, quick and easy- that doesn’t break the bank or use 10,000 pans. In this short article I am going to *try* to cover something for everyone.

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Sweta Mangal – Public-Private Partnerships in Indian Ambulance Services

Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd

In the vast and diverse landscape of India, ensuring timely and efficient emergency healthcare services poses a significant challenge. To address this, the partnerships between government and private ambulance services has emerged as a crucial aspect of the healthcare system. At the forefront of this transformative movement is Ziqitza Health care Limited , a pioneering organization that has played a pivotal role in reshaping the ambulance services landscape in the country.

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Daily Reviews on the ICU

Mind The Bleep

In the intensive care unit, junior medical staff conduct and present daily reviews of their patients to seniors to guide the planning of care on the ward round. This may well seem daunting given how unwell and complex the patients might be but a thorough, well-structured A-E will give you most of the information you need to progress that patient’s care.

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Ketamine: The Next Big Street Drug?

Emergency Medicine News

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Letter to the Editor: Studies Support Board Certification

Emergency Medicine News

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Letter to the Editor: Instability Pushing EPs Out of EM

Emergency Medicine News

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Letter to the Editor: The Administrator Was Correct

Emergency Medicine News

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Letter to the Editor: Buprenorphine: A New Crisis in the Wings?

Emergency Medicine News

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Don't Believe the Headlines: Emergency Medicine is Thriving

Emergency Medicine News

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UpToDate

Emergency Medicine News

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Technology & Inventions

Emergency Medicine News

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Think Popliteal Artery in Knee Dislocations

Emergency Medicine News

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Cephalexin Should Not Be Used for UTIs Without Confirming Susceptibility

Emergency Medicine News

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EPs Should Treat Alcohol Use Disorder Like They Do Opioid Use Disorder

Emergency Medicine News

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X-rays Can Miss Hip Fractures

Emergency Medicine News

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