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Telemedicine in emergency care

Emergency Live

The benefits and challenges in the digital age: the telemedicine revolution in emergency care Telemedicine is playing an increasingly significant role in emergency care, revolutionizing the way care is delivered. The ability to conduct remote medical consultations has opened up new opportunities for faster and more efficient response to medical emergencies.

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What You Need To Know About Blunt Cardiac Injury

The Trauma Pro

Blunt cardiac injury can be an enigma. Significant injuries are uncommon, and the literature on it consists of case reports and small series. The group at Scripps La Jolla has an excellent review article on the topic that is currently in press. This post will relate some of the key points in this nicely prepared article. Use the correct nomenclature.

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ECG Video Blog #407 (292): Why the Patient Died?

Ken Grauer, MD

== CLICK HERE — for a V ideo presentation of this case! (22:3 0 min. ) Below are slides used in my video presentation. For full discussion of this case — See ECG Blog #292 — == The 2 ECGs shown in Figure-1 were obtained from a man in his 30s — who presented to the ED ( E mergency D epartment ) with chest pain that began several hours earlier. ECG #2 was recorded 1 hour after ECG #1.

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Webinar: Beyond STEMI: Diagnosing Acute Coronary Occlusion on the ECG. The Queen of Hearts can do it for you!!

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Beyond STEMI: Diagnosing Acute Coronary Occlusion on the ECG. The Queen of Hearts AI app can do it for you. With explainability too.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health

AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!

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JC: Prehospital transfusion decision making. St Emlyn’s

St. Emlyn

St.Emlyn's - Emergency Medicine #FOAMed Here at St Emlyn’s we have often talked about decisions and decision complexity. Our belief is that one of the key attributes of the clinician who works in emergency care … JC: Prehospital transfusion decision making. St Emlyn’s Read More » The post JC: Prehospital transfusion decision making.

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Briefs: Heralding the rosy pits

PEMBlog

The Case A middle-school aged boy presents with a slightly pruritic rash that started along the side of his chest, but then soon spread to encompass several dozen similar lesions across his torso, especially his back. he has had no other symptoms, including fever or upper respiratory complaints. There are no new food, personal care product, or animal exposures.

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"A patient just arrived as a transfer for NSTEMI."

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Written by Willy Frick The OMI paradigm has taught me that any diagnosis of NSTEMI is cause for immediate evaluation. "A patient just arrived as a transfer for NSTEMI." I quickly reviewed the patient’s records and saw that she was a 53 year old woman with a history of BMI 40, but no other identifiable risk factors for coronary artery disease. Her first hsTnI at the referring facility was undetectable.

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Back Pain Management: Understanding, Treatment, and Prevention

Emergency Live

Effective Strategies to Alleviate a Common Global Ailment Understanding Back Pain Back pain is a leading cause of disability worldwide and one of the most common reasons people seek medical help or miss work. This type of pain can range from a mild muscle annoyance to a sharp or burning pain, and it can even […] The post Back Pain Management: Understanding, Treatment, and Prevention appeared first on Emergency Live.

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PulmCrit wee – Loading dose pharmacokinetics for antibiotics

EMCrit

A loading dose may be used to rapidly achieve steady-state pharmacokinetics. For drugs with a long half-life, this accelerates the attainment of therapeutic levels: For most drugs with single-compartment pharmacokinetics, a loading dose may be calculated using the following formula: (discussed further here) The graph below illustrates how this equation works: If (dosing interval)/(half life) […] EMCrit Project by Josh Farkas.

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How a “Positive” Trial Can Add Little to Clinical Care

Sensible Medicine

Today I will tell you about a trial that delivered a positive result but will add little benefit to patients. The teaching lesson surrounds the choice of endpoint to measure. First some brief background. When I started cardiology, much research focused on improving the care of people who had myocardial infarction (MI). Post-MI care was a target because injury to the heart from an occluded coronary led to bad things—like heart failure and arrhythmias.

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Network Five: Emergency Medicine Conversations

Life in the Fast Lane

Pramod Chandru Network Five: Emergency Medicine Conversations Network Five Emergency Medicine Conversations Episode 28 - an insightful interview with Dr Indika De Lanerolle on Sri Lankan emergency medical services, training, challenges and much more!

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Clara Barton: pioneer in the history of the international red cross

Emergency Live

Celebrating the revolutionary contribution of the first female nurse of the Red Cross A historical figure in nursing care Clara Barton, known as the “angel of the battlefield,” is a fundamental historical figure in the field of nursing care and the International Red Cross. Born in 1821 in Oxford, Massachusetts, Barton dedicated her life to […] The post Clara Barton: pioneer in the history of the international red cross appeared first on Emergency Live.

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EMCrit 363 – Retrograde Intubation

EMCrit

Retrograde, in 2023 is basically a backwards way of doing things. EMCrit Project by Scott Weingart, MD FCCM.

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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Part 1: Chest Pain

Kings County Downstate EM

Co-authors: Taylor Murtaugh MD, Esteban Davila MD The Case A 59-year-old male with a past medical history of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and gastroesophageal reflux disease was brought in by EMS to the ED with severe chest pain. EMS administered 324 mg of aspirin. The patient endorsed left-sided chest pain while ambulating […] The post Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Part 1: Chest Pain appeared first on County EM.

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Red Leg in the Heartland of America: A Rural Physician’s Approach to the Patient with a Potential DVT

EMDocs

Author: Braeden D. Johnson, MD ( Community EM, Salina Regional Health Center) // Reviewed by: Joshua Lowe, MD (EM Attending Physician, USAF); Marina Boushra, MD (Cleveland Clinic Foundation, EM-CCM); Brit Long, MD (@long_brit) Case A 40-year-old woman presents to a rural emergency department (ED) with left leg pain and swelling for the past 5 days.

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Urban crisis management: innovative strategies for security in big cities

Emergency Live

A Resilient and Technological Approach for the Cities of the Future Urban crisis management requires an innovative approach, combining resilience with new technologies to improve security in large cities. Urban Resilience Urban resilience is critical for adapting to crisis situations, such as pandemics, climate change, droughts, heat waves, and floods.

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EMCrit Wee – Jason Bartos on the Minneapolis ECPR Experience

EMCrit

The best Resus ECMO Lecture EVER!!!! EMCrit Project by Scott Weingart, MD FCCM.

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First10EM updates and audience survey

First 10 EM

First10EM is wrapping up its 9th year in existence. There have been 453 blog posts to date, and I am getting very close to having written 1 million words in total, or the equivalent of 20 average length nonfiction books. (Actually, the stats don’t include static pages like the catalog of research bias, so I […] The post First10EM updates and audience survey appeared first on First10EM.

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Initial Hematology Work Up for Cytopenias

EMDocs

Authors: Rachel Bridwell, MD (EM Attending Physician; Tacoma, WA); Alec Pawlukiewicz, MD (EM Attending Physician; Killeen, TX) // Reviewed by: Brit Long, MD (EM Attending Physician, San Antonio, TX) Even prior to COVID-19’s strain on emergency departments (ED), boarding has been a longstanding issue. Especially for clinicians working in EDs with limited resources and consultants, the ED workup may not provide comprehensive care, and thoughtful evaluation can improve inpatient care and aid consul

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The role of volunteers in disasters: an irreplaceable pillar of disaster relief

Emergency Live

Dedication and expertise serving the community at critical times The indispensability of Volunteers Volunteers play a crucial role in emergency and disaster situations. Taking on responsibilities without expectation of material reward, more than 13 million volunteers work with the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, demonstrating the growing importance of volunteerism in modern society.

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Grand Rounds Recap 11.15.23

Taming the SRU

R1 diagnostics & Therapeutics: ear emergencies - r4 case follow-up - r2 CPC R1 diagnostics & Therapeutics: ear emergencies WITH DR. lewis Otologic complaints make up millions of ED visits per year. The feared complications of most external ear complaints are dangerous infections or permanent deformities known as “cauliflower ear." Auricular hematomas should be drained and compressed when patients present with less than 7 days of symptoms.

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Revolutionizing Healthcare Staffing: The Transformative Power of Technology

Core Medical Group

Staying ahead of the curve is crucial for staffing and recruiting agencies. Technology has emerged as a game-changer, reshaping traditional methods and offering innovative solutions to meet the evolving demands of the healthcare industry. This blog explores the ways in which technology is transforming healthcare staffing, backed by actual facts and research.

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EM@3AM: Oculomotor Nerve Palsy

EMDocs

Author: Haley Sinatro, MD (EM Resident, UTSW); Colin Danko, MD (Assistant Professor, UTSW EM) // Reviewed by: Sophia Görgens, MD (EM Physician, Northwell, NY); Cassandra Mackey, MD (Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine, UMass Chan Medical School); Brit Long, MD (@long_brit) Welcome to EM@3AM, an emDOCs series designed to foster your working knowledge by providing an expedited review of clinical basics.

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Planning for mass evacuation strategies

Emergency Live

A crucial approach to managing the unpredictable Mass evacuation management is an essential component of preparedness for emergency situations. Planning an effective response to natural disasters, major accidents or other crises is critical to public safety. This article will examine some key strategies for planning for mass evacuations. Risk identification and preparation The first step […] The post Planning for mass evacuation strategies appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Foohey’s Figures Updates

First 10 EM

If you haven’t yet discovered the Foohey’s Figures section of First10EM, now is the time. Foohey’s Figures is run by the brilliant educator Dr. Sarah Foohey, and is dedicated to graphics that distill emergency medicine topics down to their basics. They are amazing for quick reference on shift and are easy to save to your […] The post Foohey’s Figures Updates appeared first on First10EM.

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Pre-Hospital End Tidal CO2 as a Predictor of Trauma Mortality

University of Maryland Department of Emergency Med

A retrospective study of 2 years of data from 24 trauma centers looking at end tidal CO2 as a predictor of mortality in trauma patients found: Click to view the rest

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Clinical Conundrums: How Long Should We Monitor After Giving IM Epinephrine for Anaphylaxis?

RebelEM

How Long Should We Monitor After Giving IM Epinephrine for Anaphylaxis? Bottom Line Up Top: After prompt recognition and appropriate treatment with IM epinephrine, the risk of biphasic reactions are exceedingly low. There is no set observation time to monitor patients as long as their symptoms have resolved. At the time of discharge, appropriate patient education and prescriptions for IM epinephrine are essential.

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Global triage: a comprehensive assessment for timely response

Emergency Live

Effective organization and priority criteria in medical rescue The organizational model of global triage Global triage is a professional patient assessment methodology based on a holistic approach. This organizational model involves a series of steps aimed at comprehensive patient management, beginning with the assessment at the door. This initial phase aims to immediately identify emergency […] The post Global triage: a comprehensive assessment for timely response appeared first on Emerge

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H&R’s Advanced Airway & Basic Airway Endoscopy Workshop 2024

Thinking Critical Care

The H&R Advanced Airway Workshop Santa Cabrini Hospital, Feb 9th, 2024, 1200pm-4pm Airway/Intubation Advanced airway skills are a key element of the resuscitationist’s arsenal. In this workshop, participants will be able to tailor their experience and spend as much or as little time as they want in each station to maximize their learning. We will cover basic direct and video laryngoscopy and intubation with and without the use of the bougie as well as bronchoscopic assistance.

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The Latest in Critical Care, 12/4/23 (Issue #21)

PulmCCM

Induced sighs in mechanically ventilated patients (SiVent trial) In the 1960s, anesthesiologists noticed that if they gave a large breath (a “sigh”) to anesthetized patients every so often, their oxygenation improved. More seemed better, and soon all ventilated patients were getting lung-straining tidal volumes of 10-15 ml/kg. Those with persistent hypoxemia could be further topped off with recruitment maneuvers: delivering sustained PEEP of >50 cm H2O (60-70 cm H2O in obese pati

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SAEM Clinical Images Series: Bulge in the Belly

ALiEM

A 45-year-old male status-post right nephrectomy secondary to a renal mass presented to the emergency department with right-sided flank pain. He endorsed low-grade intermittent right-sided flank pain since the nephrectomy one year prior, associated with an increasingly enlarging mass extending laterally from his right abdomen. Over the course of the past several days, the mass had become larger and more painful.

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The future of medicine: innovative technologies in the service of health care

Emergency Live

From artificial intelligence to 3D printing, a revolutionary landscape Artificial intelligence in the service of diagnosis Advanced medical technologies are redefining the way we address health challenges. Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands out for its ability to analyze medical records, formulate treatment plans, and even develop new drugs. Companies such as Atomwise and DeepMind are already […] The post The future of medicine: innovative technologies in the service of health care appear

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Grand Rounds Recap 12.6.23

Taming the SRU

Guest lecture: leadership and the nfl - eMS Grand Rounds - sports medicine jeopardy - r4 capstone - clinical knowledge: prosthetic valve emergencies - QI/KT: ICH leadership is worthless but leading is priceless: Leadership and the nfl WITH special guest lecturer, nfl players’ association physician director, dr. thom mayer Don’t aspire to lead, you are already leading!

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The Value Behind Human Understanding in Healthcare

NRC Health

In this podcast, Shannon from Gundersen Health System and Casey from M Health Fairview discuss the importance of Human Understanding in healthcare and share strategies for implementing it within their organizations. The post The Value Behind Human Understanding in Healthcare appeared first on NRC Health.

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SAEM Clinical Images Series: Penile Lesion with a Poor Prognosis

ALiEM

A 49-year-old male presented to the emergency department of an academic hospital with the chief concern of penile pain. Prior medical history is notable for end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis three times per week, but the patient has not been dialyzed in the past four days, hypertension, insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (59% two months prior), seizure disorder, prior pulmonary embolism (eight months prior), a left nephrectomy seven months ago

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Mental health in emergency rooms

Emergency Live

Coping with the stress and trauma of frontline work Stress and trauma in the emergency room setting Emergency room workers face not only the physical challenges of medical emergencies, but also a significant burden of emotional stress and trauma. Daily exposure to intense and traumatic situations can have a lasting impact on the mental health […] The post Mental health in emergency rooms appeared first on Emergency Live.

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