Sensible Medicine

APRIL 17, 2024

If you can’t believe we are still talking about this, that is sort of the point of the post. Personally, I could not wait to put mask wearing behind me, but I still find the issue of masking in healthcare facilities interesting. I have written my own essays about it on Sensible Medicine on September 28 th , 2022 , and January 11 th , 2024. The parallels to universal precautions, the balance of comfort, communication, and patient safety, and the issues of power in the doctor patient relatio

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EB Medicine

APRIL 17, 2024

In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD interviews Ashley A. Foster, MD, Bijan Ketabchi, MD, MPH and Jennifer A. Hoffmann, MD, MS on the March 2024 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice article, Evaluation and Management of Suicidal Ideation and Self-Harm in Children in the Emergency Department Introduction Understanding Suicidal Ideation and Self Harm in Youths Screening Tools and Approaches Ask Suicide-Screening Questions (ASQ) Toolkit Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) Prehospital Care

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Emergency Live

APRIL 17, 2024

A Columbia University study reveals a gene that reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s by up to 70%, paving the way for new therapies A Remarkable Scientific Discovery An extraordinary breakthrough in Alzheimer’s treatment has sparked new hopes for addressing the disease. Researchers at Columbia University have identified a gene that reduces the risk of developing […] The post Protective Gene Discovered Against Alzheimer's appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Taming the SRU

APRIL 17, 2024

Haber EN, Sonti R, Simkovich SM, Pike CW, Boxley CL, Fong A, Weintraub WS, Cobb NK. Accuracy of Noninvasive Blood Pressure Monitoring in Critically Ill Adults. J Intensive Care Med. 2024 Jan 12:8850666231225173. doi: 10.1177/08850666231225173. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 38215002. P: 1852 patients admitted to tertiary care MICU with a variety of precipitating conditions I: Invasive blood pressure monitoring C: Noninvasive blood pressure monitoring O: 67 % of measurements in agreement using 10 % M

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Emergency Live

APRIL 17, 2024

In Italy, the situation regarding the accessibility of inpatient hospital beds shows considerable variation among different regions. This uneven distribution raises questions about equal access to medical care across the country The Landscape of Hospital Beds in Italy: A Detailed Analysis Recent data from the Statistical Yearbook of the National Health Service, published by the […] The post Increasing increase in private sector beds in Italy appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Science Based Medicine

APRIL 17, 2024

UK MPs have just passed the Tobacco and Vapes Bill by a 383 to 67 vote. If the measure becomes law it will ban the sale of tobacco products to anyone born after January 1, 2009. This is not just an age limit – this is a permanent phased ban. If the law passes and stands, anyone born after that date will […] The post UKs Phased Smoking Ban first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Emergency Live

APRIL 17, 2024

Cardiology has a new ray of hope for patients affected by myocardial infarction complicated by cardiogenic shock. The study called DanGer Shock has revolutionized the treatment of this serious condition using the Impella CP heart pump. It’s a small but incredibly powerful life-saving device. The Impella CP Pump: Essential in Critical Moments Cardiogenic shock is […] The post New Hopes for Patients Affected by Cardiogenic Shock appeared first on Emergency Live.

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American Medical Compliance

APRIL 17, 2024

The following Optimizing ICU Patient Care with ABCDEF Bundle Training educates healthcare providers (HCP) on each component of the ABCDEF Bundle. Evidently, ICU survivability has grown in importance, and strategies to improve patient outcomes and recuperation are crucial goals for medical professionals, patients’ families, and researchers. Furthermore, the Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Pain, Agitation, and Delirium in Adult Patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU PAD

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Greater Sydney Area HEMS

APRIL 17, 2024

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American Medical Compliance

APRIL 17, 2024

The following Effective Management of Dysphagia in Stroke Patients Training educates healthcare providers (HCP) on the structures involved in swallowing. Swallowing dysfunction is one of the first obstacles to recovery for the great majority of the 6.2 million stroke survivors in the US. In addition to raising the risk of morbidity and death following a stroke, dysphagia also has a major negative impact on a person’s quality of life when it prevents them from eating meals with friends and

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RCEM Learning

APRIL 17, 2024

The post SBA Prepare – Blueprint appeared first on RCEMLearning.

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American Medical Compliance

APRIL 17, 2024

The following Comprehensive Affordable Care Act (ACA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Training educates healthcare providers on the historical context of both Acts. Both the Affordable Care Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act are extremely important to understand for the benefit of your healthcare organization. Additionally, this course will help your staff be more knowledgeable of each act and how they apply to their patients.

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RCEM Learning

APRIL 17, 2024

The post SBA Prepare – Critical Appraisal appeared first on RCEMLearning.

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American Medical Compliance

APRIL 17, 2024

The following CLABSI Prevention and Compliance Training educates healthcare providers (HCP) on the definition of CLABSI. Additionally, A central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) is a laboratory-confirmed bloodstream infection not related to an infection at another site that develops within 48 hours of central line placement. What you will learn: Patient risk factors associated with CLABSI Evidence-based practices for central line insertion Protocols for the maintenance of central l

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RCEM Learning

APRIL 17, 2024

The post SBA Prepare – Exam Technique appeared first on RCEMLearning.

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American Medical Compliance

APRIL 17, 2024

The following Fire Prevention and Safety Training for Healthcare Providers educates healthcare providers (HCP) on common fire hazards in healthcare offices. It is extremely important to be aware of the dangers of a potential fire in your healthcare facility. Also, keeping your patients and staff safe is crucial and ensures the best quality of care. Because of this, American Medical Compliance can inform your staff on fire prevention and safety within your practice.

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RCEM Learning

APRIL 17, 2024

The post SBA Prepare – Guidelines 1 appeared first on RCEMLearning.

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American Medical Compliance

APRIL 17, 2024

The following Understanding Medicare Training educates healthcare providers and patients on the purpose of the Medicare program in the United States. Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people aged 65 or older, certain younger people with disabilities, and also people with End-Stage Renal disease. Additionally, there are three different types of Medicare that all satisfy different things for those who qualify.

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RCEM Learning

APRIL 17, 2024

The post SBA Prepare – Guidelines to know appeared first on RCEMLearning.

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PulmCCM

APRIL 17, 2024

Surprisingly to me, video laryngoscopy (VL) has not consistently been shown to increase first-pass intubation success over direct laryngoscopy (DL) in critically ill patients. Most studies have been small, single center, and only some have favored video. In the DEVICE trial, 1417 critically ill adults at 17 U.S.

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RCEM Learning

APRIL 17, 2024

The post SBA Prepare – How do we write questions? appeared first on RCEMLearning.

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Clinical Correlations

APRIL 17, 2024

By Eric Hu Peer Reviewed “May I have the patient’s first name, last name, and medical record number?” The fellow, shooting a piercing glance at the interpreter through the wall-mounted phone, broadcasted her annoyance at the.

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RCEM Learning

APRIL 17, 2024

The post SBA Prepare – Management appeared first on RCEMLearning.

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EMergucate

APRIL 17, 2024

From the archive Answers: Question 1 PH = 7.236, that is moderate acidaemia HCO3 = 12.5 mmol/L. So we have metabolic acidosis.

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RCEM Learning

APRIL 17, 2024

The post SBA Prepare – Quality Improvement appeared first on RCEMLearning.

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American Medical Compliance

APRIL 17, 2024

The following Wisconsin Sexual Harassment in the Workplace for Healthcare Providers training educates healthcare providers on how to recognize, respond to, and remove sexual harassment from the workplace. In addition, sexual harassment happens when a person is subjected to unwanted sexual approaches, requests for sexual favors, or other sexually motivated verbal or physical action to the point where it affects the individual’s employment conditions and also creates a hostile work environme

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RCEM Learning

APRIL 17, 2024

The post SBA Prepare – Question talk through appeared first on RCEMLearning.

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RCEM Learning

APRIL 17, 2024

The post SBA Prepare – Question talk through 2 appeared first on RCEMLearning.

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RCEM Learning

APRIL 17, 2024

The post SBA Prepare – Question talk through 3 appeared first on RCEMLearning.

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RCEM Learning

APRIL 17, 2024

The post SBA Prepare – Ultrasound appeared first on RCEMLearning.

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