The Trauma Pro
AUGUST 14, 2024
Trauma patients don’t always behave the way we would like. They continually surprise us, sometimes for the better when they recover more quickly and completely than we thought. But sometimes it’s for the worse. They occasionally crash when we think everything is going so well. The crashing patient is in obvious need of help and most trauma professionals know what to do.
ACEP Now
AUGUST 14, 2024
The American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology released a comprehensive guideline on the management of atrial fibrillation (AF). 1 Most of the AHA/ACC recommendations are either irrelevant to the general emergency physician or common sense. For example, if a patient has hemodynamic instability attributable to AF, perform immediate electrical cardioversion.
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American Medical Compliance
AUGUST 14, 2024
As healthcare professionals, especially within the dental field, you play a crucial role in the early detection and prevention of abuse and neglect. This P.A.N.D.A. (Preventing Abuse and Neglect Through Dental Awareness) Training program is designed to equip dental professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to recognize the signs of abuse and neglect in patients, particularly those who may be vulnerable or unable to speak up for themselves.
Dr. Smith's ECG Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
Written by Willy Frick I was reading through ECGs in the queue when I saw the following. What do you think of the rhythm? At first glance there seems to be a lot of variation happening, but by focusing on one part of the ECG at a time we can make sense of it. Ignore the first QRS complex and look at beats 2 through 5. I have labeled them below for ease of reference: We see P waves which are upright in leads I, II, and aVF, and upside down in aVR.
EB Medicine
AUGUST 14, 2024
In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the August 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Patients With Sickle Cell Disease Epidemiology Common Presentation of Sickle Cell Disease in the ED Screening and Diagnosis Differences Epidemiology: 200,000 ED Visits Annually, 85% for Pain Pathophysiology Life Expectancy and Complications Vado-Occlusive Crises and Pathophysiology Sequestration Crisis in Sickle Cell Patients Acute Chest Syndrome a
American Medical Compliance
AUGUST 14, 2024
In the demanding environment of healthcare, maintaining a safe and professional workplace is paramount. The presence of drugs and alcohol in the workplace not only jeopardizes the well-being of healthcare personnel but also poses significant risks to patient safety and care quality. This Drugs and Alcohol in the Workplace Training for Healthcare Personnel is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to recognize, address, and prevent substance abuse in the
Science Based Medicine
AUGUST 14, 2024
We have often stated here on SBM that vaccine programs are the most effective, and most cost effective, public health measures in human history. They save lives, prevent disease, and save money. These benefits are all well researched and copiously documented. A recent CDC study adds to the literature on the benefits of vaccines and vaccine programs, focusing on the effects of […] The post Vaccine for Children Program Works first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.
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Sensible Medicine
AUGUST 14, 2024
In her first post , Ms. Fama introduced the concept of the “Back to Sleep” campaign, including the changing recommendations for sleep position and the correlation (emphasis on correlation) between the declining rate of sudden infant deaths and back sleeping. In her second post she explored the possible downsides of supine sleep for infants.
American Medical Compliance
AUGUST 14, 2024
The Managing Aggressive Behaviors in Assisted Living Facilities Training equips caregivers and staff with the knowledge and skills to recognize, de-escalate, and manage aggressive behaviors in a compassionate and effective manner. This training will not only enhance your ability to maintain a safe environment but also improve the overall care experience for residents.
PEMBlog
AUGUST 14, 2024
Intranasal dexmedetomidine is one of the latest sedative options that’s gaining traction, especially for non-painful procedures. Let’s take a closer look at what makes this medication so useful, particularly when given intranasally. What is Dexmedetomidine? Dexmedetomidine, often known by its brand name Precedex, is a fascinating medication. It’s a highly selective central alpha-2 agonist that’s able to induce a state of sedation that closely mimics natural sleep.
Emergency Live
AUGUST 14, 2024
Vaccination against respiratory syncytial virus, a major cause of hospital admissions for infants and the elderly Scotland has taken a significant step in the fight against respiratory diseases with the introduction of a new respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination programme. This pathogen, often underestimated, is a major cause of hospitalization for newborns and can cause […] The post New respiratory disease vaccine in Scotland appeared first on Emergency Live.
Life in the Fast Lane
AUGUST 14, 2024
Mike Cadogan Top 20 Online ECG Courses We take a Google deep dive to evaluate you the Top 20 of the the best #FOAMed and paid ECG courses available online.
Emergency Live
AUGUST 14, 2024
The storm has released an unprecedented amount of water causing severe flooding The north-east of Japan was severely tested by the fury of tropical storm Maria, which hit the Japanese archipelago with unheard of violence. Classified as a “strong tropical storm”, a level below typhoon, Maria touched down in the Iwate region, bringing with it […] The post Storm Maria devastates northern Japan: 315,000 evacuees appeared first on Emergency Live.
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