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Innovations in Blood Transfusions Will Save Lives

Science Based Medicine

Stored blood quickly loses its effectiveness, so how can we improve the situation? The post Innovations in Blood Transfusions Will Save Lives first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Anticoagulant Selection Is Cornerstone of Pulmonary Embolism Treatment

ACEP Now

The treatment of patients with pulmonary embolism (PE) has evolved substantially over the past few decades. Many patients with PE can be discharged directly from the emergency department (ED). Advanced therapies such as catheter-directed treatments (CDT) are now available in many centers, and anticoagulants such as low-molecularweight heparins (LMWH) and direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) have been developed, which obviate the need for frequent laboratory monitoring and dose titration in many pa

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Podcast – High Performing Teams with Dan Dworkis at Tactical Trauma 24

St. Emlyn

St.Emlyn's - Emergency Medicine #FOAMed This epiode of the St Emlyns Podcast features Dr. Dan Dworkis discussing high-performance teams, excellence in crisis, and how emergency clinicians can continuously improve under pressure. The post Podcast – High Performing Teams with Dan Dworkis at Tactical Trauma 24 appeared first on St.Emlyn's.

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How to Diagnose Eating Disorders in the Emergency Department

ACEP Now

A 16-year-old male presents to the emergency department (ED) with his mother with the chief complaint of intermittent abdominal pain and constipation for several weeks. There are no red flag symptoms for an underlying surgical cause and review of systems is otherwise unremarkable. Vital signs include a heart rate of 50, blood pressure 85/40, temperature of 35.9 C (96.6 F).

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EM Quick Hits 63 S-TEC and HUS, IM Epinephrine in OHCA, Dengue, Geriatric Trauma Imaging, TTP

Emergency Medicine Cases

On this month's EM Quick Hits podcast: Stephen Freedman on pediatric bloody diarrhea, S-TEC and hemolytic uremic syndrome, Justin Morgenstern on the evidence for IM epinephrine in out of hospital cardiac arrest, Matthew McArther on recognition and ED management of dengue fever, Andrew Petrosoniak on imaging decision making in trauma in older patients, Brit Long & Michael Gotlieb on recognition and management of TTP.Please consider a donation to EM Cases to help ensure continued Free Open Acc

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Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom) and GHS Standard Training

American Medical Compliance

The Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom) and GHS Standard Training equips healthcare providers with essential knowledge of OSHA’s HazCom requirements. Providers learn to classify hazardous chemicals using the Globally Harmonized System (GHS), interpret GHS criteria and pictograms, and understand Safety Data Sheet (SDS) formats. This training also teaches proper handling of hazardous chemicals, effective hazard communication, and appropriate spill response actions.

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Planned Home Birth - Marty Makary’s Blind Spot

Sensible Medicine

Marty Makary's book "Blind Spots" seems to be popular among Sensible Medicine readers. Dr. Joseph Rall found one part that he didn't think adequately represented current practice. Here he discusses the most recent data regarding the safety of planned home birth in selected women. Thanks for reading Sensible Medicine! This post is public so feel free to share it.

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Coaching and Mentoring in Healthcare Training

American Medical Compliance

The Coaching and Mentoring in Healthcare Training helps healthcare providers understand the differences between coaching and mentoring. This course teaches how both approaches develop skills and enhance workplace collaboration. Providers build essential communication, listening, and feedback skills to coach and mentor effectively. By applying these techniques, they support colleagues, foster growth, and improve patient care, making this training vital for a strong healthcare team.

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Service Plans Training for Assisted Living Facilities

American Medical Compliance

The Service Plans Training for Assisted Living Facilities training course teaches healthcare providers how to create effective service plans for personalized care. Providers learn to assess resident needs and develop comprehensive plans that improve care quality. This training equips them with essential skills to tailor services, enhance resident well-being, and ensure compliance with care standards.