EMDocs
JUNE 12, 2024
Today on the emDOCs cast with Brit Long, MD ( @long_brit) , we look at hypocalcemia in trauma and the diamond of death. Episode 102: Hypocalcemia in Trauma and the Diamond of Death Why is hypocalcemia in trauma something we should know about? Previous triad of death = hypothermia, acidosis, and coagulopathy. All are associated with critical illness and severe hemorrhage.
Life in the Fast Lane
JUNE 12, 2024
Kane Guthrie Nebulised GTN in the ED Nebulised GTN in the ED.
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Emergency Live
JUNE 12, 2024
An Intricate World of Adenomatous Polyps Adenomatosis occurs when numerous adenomatous polyps form within the body. Adenomatous polyps are benign glandular tumors. They can arise in various organs, but are most common in the colon. These polyps vary greatly in shape and size and, although benign in the early stages, can become neoplastic cells if […] The post Adenomatosis: Understanding a Complex Condition appeared first on Emergency Live.
Taming the SRU
JUNE 12, 2024
Perelman VS, Francis GJ, Rutledge T, Foote J, Martino F, Dranitsaris G. Sterile versus nonsterile gloves for repair of uncomplicated lacerations in the emergency department A randomized controlled trial. Ann Emerg Med 2004;43(3):362–70. 10.1016/j.annemergmed.2003.09.008 This was a multicenter, prospective, and single blinded randomized control trial designed to determine whether rates of infection after repair of uncomplicated lacerations in immunocompetent patients is comparable using clean non
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EB Medicine
JUNE 12, 2024
In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD interview Corey Hazekamp, MD, MS, one of authors of the June 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Managing Emergency Department Patients With Opioid Use Disorder Current State of Opioid Epidemic Overview of overdose deaths and trends. Data and statistics about opioid overdose mortality rates.
MDisrupt
JUNE 12, 2024
In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare technology, the integration of clinicians into product development teams has emerged as a crucial element for success. As a panelist on "Clinicians who VC," I had the opportunity to discuss the multifaceted roles clinicians play in product development and the unique value they bring to the table.
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ACEP Now
JUNE 12, 2024
What Does Your Program Offer That Residents Can’t Get Anywhere Else? Vassar Brothers Medical Center stands out as an exceptional residency training destination for several reasons. Once a community hospital, we have grown to become the Mid-Hudson region’s tertiary care center, covering a large catchment area spanning urban, suburban, and rural communities with a diverse array of medically complex presentations.
American Medical Compliance
JUNE 12, 2024
The following Understanding California Consumer Privacy Act Training will educate California residents and businesses on the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and its scope. In today’s digital age, the protection of consumer privacy is more critical than ever. The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) stands as a pivotal regulation is designed to safeguard the personal information of California residents.
Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA
JUNE 12, 2024
Dealing with a minor’s health records can be a minefield when a child is from a blended family, or the parents have a contentious divorce ongoing. This gets especially sticky when you add in stepparents, grandparents, and situations where a minor controls all or a portion of their own records. Reviewing the basics can help your practice stay ahead of a potential costly HIPAA violation.
American Medical Compliance
JUNE 12, 2024
Ensuring patient safety is a cornerstone of high-quality healthcare. The Joint Commission’s National Patient Safety Goals (NPSGs) aim to improve patient safety by addressing critical harm areas. These goals provide a framework for hospitals to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring that patients receive the safest care possible. Furthermore, this training course is specifically designed to help healthcare professionals understand and implement the latest NPSGs.
The Evolution & Medicine Review
JUNE 12, 2024
Evolutionary approaches to understanding mental disorders are growing fast. Here are two opportunities to learn more. On August 5-6 in Durham, UK, the Evolutionary Psychiatry ISEMPH Pre-meeting will bring many leaders in the field together for two days of presentations and discussions…and enjoying each other’s company!
Stop and Think
JUNE 12, 2024
I recently had the honor to give the Paul Wood Lecture at the British Cardiovascular Society meeting in Manchester. My topic was a broad one. Many of the previous Paul Wood lecturers are people who generate medical evidence. As a practicing doctor, I am only a user of said evidence. My interest, and the focus of this newsletter, is the appraisal and translation of that evidence to patient care.
Emergency Live
JUNE 12, 2024
What is Hepatectomy? Hepatectomy is a surgical operation that involves the total or partial removal of the liver. It may be necessary to treat various medical conditions such as liver tumors, metastases from other cancers, traumatic injuries, or chronic diseases like cirrhosis. Depending on the extent of the removal, hepatectomy has different categories, including lobectomy, […] The post Hepatectomy: Surgical Removal of the Liver appeared first on Emergency Live.
Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA
JUNE 12, 2024
OSHA/Infection Control: Can you refuse to use a safety device for a sharp instrument on the basis that it costs too much? By law, you must review your sharps (any device that cuts or punctures the skin) every year. Any new safety devices that have the potential to be safer than what you are using must be evaluated by the personnel who would be using it.
RebelEM
JUNE 12, 2024
Take Home Points Management of severe beta-blocker and calcium-channel blocker toxicity should occur in a stepwise fashion: potential gastric decontamination, multiple lines of access, judicious fluids, calcium, glucagon, and vasopressors as needed. Initiation of high dose insulin therapy requires a tremendous amount of logistical and cognitive resources as it requires cross-disciplinary collaboration and is prone to mismanagement.
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