EM Ottawa
MAY 30, 2024
In this month’s PTM Journal Club, we explored the most recent literature on trauma care in the pre-hospital setting. If you missed last months PTM Journal Club, make sure to check-it out by clicking HERE. Ketamine vs Morphine for Out-Of-Hospital Traumatic Pain Background and Objectives Inadequate analgesia is a common challenge in the out-of-hospital treatment […] The post PTM Journal Club: Trauma Care appeared first on EMOttawa Blog.
PDC Healthcare
MAY 30, 2024
Efficient autoclave processes are essential for maintaining sterile environments in healthcare settings. Unfortunately, the autoclave process can often be time-consuming and resource-intensive if not managed properly. That’s why finding simple yet effective ways to streamline and enhance this process can make a significant difference in both operational efficiency and patient care quality.
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St. Emlyn
MAY 30, 2024
St.Emlyn's - Emergency Medicine #FOAMed Measles is a highly contagious viral disease making a resurgence due to declining vaccination rates. It presents with initial symptoms like high fever and coryza, followed by a rash. Rapid isolation and appropriate use of PPE are critical for suspected cases. The post Measles – An Ancient Foe in Modern Times appeared first on St.Emlyn's.
Emergency Live
MAY 30, 2024
Understanding Multiple Sclerosis: Understanding the Disease Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease in which the immune system attacks nerve fibers in the brain and spinal cord. MS affects the myelin sheath that covers nerve fibers, resulting in a variety of different effects in terms of neurological symptoms. Among the most common outcomes are vision […] The post World Multiple Sclerosis Day appeared first on Emergency Live.
33 Charts
MAY 30, 2024
For most of history, medical diagnosis came through a series of chaotic steps. Patients experienced a string of studies, samples, and images coupled with a doctor’s judgment offering a best-guess answer. Or, in many cases, just a guess. Increasingly, diagnosis is being be reduced to simple transactions. Clean point-of-care testing based on molecular and marker diagnosis.
Emergency Live
MAY 30, 2024
Record Heat in New Delhi At this moment, the city of New Delhi is experiencing an exceptional drought, with temperatures reaching increasingly higher records month by month. Since the beginning of May, maximum temperatures have been steadily rising at the Mungeshpur weather station, reaching 52.3 degrees Celsius. This peak has raised alarm and shown severe […] The post Extreme Heatwave in New Delhi appeared first on Emergency Live.
Dr. Smith's ECG Blog
MAY 30, 2024
Written by Magnus Nossen, with some edits by Smith This ECG was transmitted electronically by EMS for evaluation. The patient is a 70 something female with chest discomfort and dyspnea. How would you interpret the ST changes seen in this ECG? Will you accept this patient for emergent coronary angiogram based on the ECG changes? Does the ECG represent STEMI-negative OMI findings?
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EM Ottawa
MAY 30, 2024
At this month’s PTM Journal Club, we explored the use of high-dose glucocorticoid on hemodynamics in the prehospital setting; in particular, the STEROHCA trial conducted in Denmark. Effect of prehospital high-dose glucocorticoid on hemodynamics in patients resuscitated from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest: a sub-study of the STEROHCA trial Background and Objectives Out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) carries […] The post PTM Journal Club Recap: Glucocorticoid and Hemodynamics appe
Emergency Live
MAY 30, 2024
How First Aid Training Saves Lives and Enhances Safety Training in first aid is essential to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals in emergency situations. This type of training not only equips individuals with the skills to effectively handle emergency situations but also adds confidence and tactical ability to their repertoire when they need […] The post The Importance of First Aid Training appeared first on Emergency Live.
AED Leader
MAY 30, 2024
In today’s fast-paced world, where every second counts, having a reliable Automated External Defibrillator (AED) can make all the difference in saving a life during a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) emergency. AEDs are portable devices that deliver an electric shock to the heart, restoring its rhythm. However, like any other electronic device, AEDs have a limited lifespan and require regular replacement to ensure reliability and effectiveness.
Emergency Live
MAY 30, 2024
How Case Studies Can Improve Rescue Operations Some successfully handled incident case studies can serve as excellent foundations for better preparing future rescues and organizing updates and new guidelines for rescuers. Let’s analyze some. Case Study 1: High Mountain Rescue In January 2023, a high-altitude specialized team intervened on a rocky mountain where a group […] The post Analysis of Incidents: Case Studies of Successful Rescue appeared first on Emergency Live.
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