Ken Grauer, MD

DECEMBER 23, 2023

The ECG in Figure-1 — was obtained from a patient with palpitations. The patient was hemodynamically stable in association with this rhythm. QUESTIONS: What is the rhythm in Figure-1 ? — How certain are you of your answer? — Why is QRS morphology changing ? Figure-1: The initial ECG in today's case. My Interpretation of the ECG in Figure-1: Since the patient is hemodynamically stable — there is time for systematic assessment of the rhythm.

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ECG Guru

DECEMBER 23, 2023

The Patient: A 60-year-old man at work. He experienced a sudden onset of substernal chest pain, nausea & vomiting, and dizziness. He states the pain is a 5 on 1-10 scale. No cardiac history or current medications. The ECGs: The first ECG , taken at 12:30:05, shows a sinus rhythm with ventricular bigeminy. In some leads, you can see the sinus P waves hidden in the beginnings of the PVCs, so we know the underlying sinus rhythm is about 82 bpm.

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Science Based Medicine

DECEMBER 23, 2023

More of the same, only better. The post Skeptics in the Pub. Cholera. Chapter 6a first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Emergency Live

DECEMBER 23, 2023

Innovations and challenges in the HEMS industry Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) have undergone significant developments in recent years, improving efficiency and effectiveness in rescue operations. These advancements have brought about important changes in emergency management, from natural disasters to severe traumas. Technological and Operational Developments HEMS have evolved from simple transportation means to advanced […] The post Evolution of emergency medical services v

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EMergucate

DECEMBER 23, 2023

The abdominal CT slice shows a grossly distended suprapubic mass, which in this case was from hematometra.

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Emergency Live

DECEMBER 23, 2023

An Essential Tool for Safety and Efficiency in Complex Rescues In the vast array of equipment used by rescuers, the “spider stretcher” emerges as a fundamental but often underestimated device that is of vital importance in emergency and rescue situations. This article explores the features, uses, and significance of this tool in the context of […] The post Spider Stretcher: What It Is and When It Is Used appeared first on Emergency Live.

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EMergucate

DECEMBER 23, 2023

The chest x-ray shows left pleural based opacity protruding into the lung field with a reverse D appearance.

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EMergucate

DECEMBER 23, 2023

The foot x-ray shows punched out lesions with overhanging edges at the head of 5th metatarsal.

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JournalFeed

DECEMBER 23, 2023

The JournalFeed podcast for the week of Dec 18-22, 2023. These are summaries from just 2 of the 5 article we cover every week! For access to more, please visit JournalFeed.org for details about becoming a member. Monday Spoon Feed: For the majority of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) patients undergoing standard (30:2 compressions:breaths) cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) prior to definitive airway placement, bag-valve mask (BVM) ventilations did not achieve adequate lung volumes most of

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Emergency Live

DECEMBER 23, 2023

An overview of the latest innovations in rescue vehicles showcased at industry fairs Technological Evolution in Rescue Vehicles Recent international fairs have highlighted significant technological advancements in the firefighting vehicle sector. A particular focus has been placed on the integration of advanced electronic controls such as touchscreens and digital control panels, making vehicles easier to […] The post Avant-garde in Rescue: New Frontiers in Firefighting Vehicles appeared fi

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

DECEMBER 23, 2023

Date: December 12, 2023 Reference: OCFP News. More Than Four Million Ontarians Will Be Without a Family Doctor by 2026. Nov 7, 2023 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Mahaleh Mekalai Kumanan attended Dalhousie University for her undergraduate studies, Master of Health Administration degree and medical school before completing her residency at the University of Western Ontario.

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