The Trauma Pro

AUGUST 13, 2024

There are two broad categories of things that kill trauma patients. No, I’m not talking about violent penetrating injury, falls, car crashes, or any other specific mechanisms. I am referring to the end events (on a macro scale) that take their lives. These two basic killers are: hemorrhage and brain injury. The vast majority of the time, a dying trauma patient has either suffered a catastrophic brain injury, or has ongoing and uncontrolled bleeding.

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ACEP Now

AUGUST 13, 2024

The inclusion of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles in undergraduate medical education is considered crucial for creating a just and fair health care system. Though DEI education, including critical race theory and its derivatives, is still a topic of public debate, many industry specialists and educators believe that it forms the foundation of high quality health care practices and the achievement of health equity.

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EMDocs

AUGUST 13, 2024

Author: Brit Long, MD (@long_brit) // Reviewed by Alex Koyfman, MD (@EMHighAK) The American Heart Association released an updated scientific statement on management of elevated blood pressure. This post will provide the key points for emergency clinicians. Background Hypertension (HTN) is significant issue globally and a leading risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

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ACEP Now

AUGUST 13, 2024

Question My new employer wants to make me a “1099.” What do I need to know as I transition away from being a true employee? Answer First, let’s make sure we understand the terminology. Emergency physicians are typically “paid on” one of three types of tax forms: W-2, K-1, or 1099. Those who receive a W-2 at the end of the year are employees, those paid on a K-1 are partners, and those paid on a 1099 are independent contractors.

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St. Emlyn

AUGUST 13, 2024

St.Emlyn's - Emergency Medicine #FOAMed Some expert guidance and top tips about how to care for a child with lifelimiting illness who presents to the Emergency Department The post Podcast – Paediatric Palliative Care in the ED appeared first on St.Emlyn's.

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NRC Health

AUGUST 13, 2024

We are excited to welcome Human Understanding Beyond | HUB24 attendees to San Diego with an unforgettable sunset harbor cruise on Wednesday, August 21. The post Join us for a sunset cruise to celebrate excellence at HUB24 appeared first on NRC Health.

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Sensible Medicine

AUGUST 13, 2024

This is the seventh installment in my occasional series on improving your critical appraisal skills. I hope you find it helpful. Sensible Medicine is a reader-supported publication. To receive access all posts, consider becoming a paid subscriber. A review article can take many forms.

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Life in the Fast Lane

AUGUST 13, 2024

Sheralyn Guilleminot and Mike Cadogan Navigating the Risks of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Do you know about these common risks of artificial intelligence in healthcare? Learn to mitigate them successfully and with confidence!

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PDC Healthcare

AUGUST 13, 2024

In case you missed it, we’re excited to bring you an exclusive replay from Premier Breakthroughs 2024. In this insightful interview, Morgan Adams, National Sales Manager at PDC, explores the critical importance of accurate identification in healthcare settings. Morgan discusses how precise patient identification, medication administration, and specimen collection play pivotal roles in enhancing healthcare […] The post Premier Breakthroughs 2024: A Discussion About the Vital Role of Identif

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Emergency Live

AUGUST 13, 2024

23 requests for aerial intervention to tame the flames threatening forests, countryside and dwellings The heat wave that is sweeping Italy has triggered an unprecedented fire alarm. On the 11th of August alone, the fire brigade received 23 requests for aerial intervention to tame the flames that threaten forests, countryside and, in some cases, even […] The post Forest fire alert: Italy under pressure appeared first on Emergency Live.

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SCGH ED

AUGUST 13, 2024

There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. The post Protected: SCGHED Newsletter 08/24 appeared first on Charlie's ED.

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Emergency Live

AUGUST 13, 2024

The flames are spreading rapidly, putting fire fighters to the test The situation of forest fires in Greece, with particular reference to the region of Attica, is extremely critical. The flames, fueled by strong Bora winds and record temperatures, are spreading rapidly, putting a strain on the response capabilities of firefighters and other relief forces. […] The post Greece on fire: 11 towns and villages near Athens evacuated appeared first on Emergency Live.

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EMergucate

AUGUST 13, 2024

The following pelvic x-ray is from a patient complaining of hip pain post fall. What can be seen?

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Emergency Live

AUGUST 13, 2024

The Kim Jong Un regime has decided to deal with the emergency independently The heavy rains that hit North Korea in late July caused devastating floods and severe damage to infrastructure, leaving thousands homeless. Despite the gravity of the situation, the regime of Kim Jong Un decided to deal with the emergency independently, refusing international […] The post North Korea: devastating floods, Kim Jong Un refuses international aid appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Emergency Medicine News

AUGUST 13, 2024

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Emergency Live

AUGUST 13, 2024

The development of autism in children seems to be related to the common herpes virus, during pregnancy A recent study has revealed a significant correlation between cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection during pregnancy and the development of autism in children. This discovery sheds new light on the complex relationship between viral infections and autism spectrum disorders.

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Emergency Medicine News

AUGUST 13, 2024

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