Fri.Feb 02, 2024

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Travel-Related Illnesses in Children

Pediatric EM Morsels

There have been many times I have encountered a triage note which states “ patient recently returned from … (insert awesome foreign country) … ” Not only does this leave me daydreaming about my future travel adventures, but has often caused me to take pause. Thoughts of what endemic illnesses could this child potentially have been exposed to in their travels?

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What is this ECG finding? Do you understand it before you hear the clinical context?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Written by Pendell Meyers First try to interpret this ECG with no clinical context: The ECG shows an irregularly irregular rhythm, therefore almost certainly atrial fibrillation. After an initially narrow QRS, there is a very large abnormal extra wave at the end of the QRS complex. These are Osborn waves usually associated with hypothermia. There is also large T wave inversion and long QT.

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Friday Reflection 35: Why Don’t Doctors Want to See Patients?

Sensible Medicine

At a Thanksgiving gathering, a middle-aged doctor talks to an older relative. While enjoying a pre-feast cocktail, the relative asks, “Why is it that doctors don’t want to see patients?” The doctor bumbles through a reply. Sensible Medicine is a reader-supported publication. If you appreciate our work, consider becoming a paid subscriber.

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Science-Based Satire: Historic Conference Clarifies Vertebral Subluxation Causes

Science Based Medicine

Did a meeting of chiropractors from around the world come to a historic consensus on the true causes of the chiropractic subluxation? No, this is satire. Still read the post though. Please. The post Science-Based Satire: Historic Conference Clarifies Vertebral Subluxation Causes first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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What will happen if you implement the Queen of Hearts in your Hospital?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

This case was sent by Dr. Jean-christophe Reiters, an interventionalist in Belgium. He has been following the blog for 4 years. He has now implemented the Queen of Hearts in his hospital. He wanted to share one of the first cases. A 55 year old with no previous cardiac history presented with 3 hours of chest pain. The pain was persistent and reportedly still present at the time of the ECG.

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SAEM Clinical Images Series: Back Lesion

ALiEM

An 18-year-old-female with no known past medical history presented with a lesion on her back that had been present and enlarging for five months. It was not painful unless she touched it, and then only mildly tender. She denied any known cause, wound, prior rash, or other lesions. Her review of systems and past medical history were negative. Additional Images Physical Exam Vitals : Normal Skin : An erythematous lenticular, or biconvex, lesion with distinct borders is noted at the left posterior

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Comprehensive Management of Maternal Hypertension Training

American Medical Compliance

One of the leading causes of pregnancy-related maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality globally is still hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP). The following Comprehensive Management of Maternal Hypertension Training is designed to educate healthcare providers on hypertension. What you will learn: Risk factors for developing hypertensive disorders during pregnancy Diagnostic criteria for hypertensive disorders during pregnancy Pharmacological management of hypertension in pregnancy Signs

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Cal/OSHA COVID-19 Prevention Non-Emergency Regulations for Dental HCP

American Medical Compliance

The following Cal/OSHA COVID-19 Prevention Non-Emergency Regulations for Dental Healthcare Employees course educates employers and staff with knowledge on preventing coronavirus exposure (SARS-CoV-2), a virus that causes COVID-19. Additionally, the COVID-19 Prevention regulations apply to all employers, employees, and places of employment with the following exceptions: Work locations where there is only one employee who does not have contact with other people.

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New frontiers in the treatment of stomach cancer

Emergency Live

When Research Opens the Door to Hope The treatment of stomach cancer is entering a new era thanks to innovative discoveries that promise to significantly improve patient survival and quality of life. This article explores the latest advancements, with a particular focus on the targeted treatment zolbetuximab, and provides a glimpse into the future of […] The post New frontiers in the treatment of stomach cancer appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Insulin: a century of lives saved

Emergency Live

The discovery that revolutionized diabetes treatment Insulin, one of the most significant medical discoveries of the 20th century, represented a breakthrough in the fight against diabetes. Before its arrival, a diagnosis of diabetes was often a death sentence, with very little hope for patients. This article traces the history of insulin, from its discovery to […] The post Insulin: a century of lives saved appeared first on Emergency Live.

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BSE Ambulances: innovation in the medical transport sector

Emergency Live

A Leading French Company in the Production of Advanced Ambulances BSE Ambulances, a French company with thirty years of experience, has established itself as a leader in the construction and outfitting of ambulances. With a focus on innovation, BSE offers a range of customized vehicles to meet various medical needs. From compact models for non-critical […] The post BSE Ambulances: innovation in the medical transport sector appeared first on Emergency Live.

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The importance of the needle holder in surgery

Emergency Live

A crucial tool for precision and effectiveness in the operating room What is a needle holder? A needle holder is a fundamental surgical instrument whose presence is essential in every operating room. Designed to grasp and hold surgical needles during suturing procedures, the needle holder allows surgeons to perform delicate and precise sutures, a crucial […] The post The importance of the needle holder in surgery appeared first on Emergency Live.

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The stethoscope: an indispensable tool in medicine

Emergency Live

From Listening to Heartbeats to Early Diagnosis: The Role of the Stethoscope in Clinical Practice History and Evolution of the Stethoscope Invented in 1816 by the French physician René Laënnec, the stethoscope is a medical instrument used to listen to sounds produced inside the body, primarily in the heart or lungs. Originally composed of a […] The post The stethoscope: an indispensable tool in medicine appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Aerotandt: Innovation in Aeromedical Transfer and Teaching.

Emergency Live

Profiles and Services of a Leading Aeromedical Company Based in London and operating globally, Aerotandt represents excellence in the aeromedical transfer and repatriation sector. Specializing in the transportation of sick and injured passengers via commercial airlines, the company combines medical expertise and logistics to ensure safe and comfortable journeys for its clients.