Advanced Emergency Nursing from AENJ

FEBRUARY 29, 2016

In fact, one of my surgeon grandfather's ortho buddies (perhaps with the help of some lunchtime martinis) took a look at the x-rays of my Boxer's Fracture and snapped it back into place without any analgesia or procedural sedation, casted me, and sent me home. Advocacy for Trauma Care and EMS Development. Development of EM Residencies.

Emergency Nursing 40

Emergency Nursing EMS Resuscitation Military 40

EMDocs

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

We’ll keep it short, while you keep that EM brain sharp. 6 Periprosthetic fracture Occurs at an estimated rate of 3.5-4.1%. 5 CT if concern for occult fracture. Periprosthetic Fractures Pain prior to injury may point toward underlying pathology like infection, implant loosening, etc. Initial vital signs include T 36.8,

EMS 94

EMS Dislocations Fractures Operations 94

Pediatric Emergency Playbook

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

Depending on the height of the child and the height of the car, the initial impact will cause a femur fracture, a pelvic fracture, or direct abdominal trauma. After balloon occlusion, blood pressure improved sufficiently to take the patient either to interventional radiology or to the OR. Four patients lived, two died.

Resuscitation 40

Resuscitation Pediatrics Fractures Emergency Department 40

EB Medicine

JUNE 6, 2019

CT is good but you really should learn ultrasound, and lastly, sick patients need prompt consultation and resuscitation, not rapid trips to radiology. Most EM training programs certainly emphasize the importance of the the pelvic exam for women with lower abdominal pain, but some recent papers have questioned its role.

Ultrasounds 40

Ultrasounds Radiology Radiology Sepsis 40

EMDocs

JUNE 3, 2023

How should pelvic fractures be identified in unstable trauma patients? What is the EM physician’s role in the stabilization of unstable pelvic injuries? Pelvic fractures can involve disruptions in any of the bony or ligamentous structures of the pelvic ring. While single-bone fractures can occur, they are far less common.

Fractures 60

Fractures Resuscitation Operations EMS 60

Don't Forget the Bubbles

DECEMBER 2, 2024

This may lead to either missing potential fractures or overcall injuries, leading to increased use of hospital resources and increased morbidity. This prospective international study included a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals (paediatric EM, EM, GPs) who were asked to interpret and diagnose ten elbow X-rays.

Documentation/Coding 98

Documentation/Coding Pediatrics Emergency Department Fractures 98

EMDocs

JULY 3, 2023

Authors: Mikalah Ward, MD (EM Resident Physician, University of Kentucky); Susan Owens, MD (EM Attending Physician, University of Kentucky) // Reviewed by: Jessica Pelletier, DO (EM Education Fellow, Washington University in St.

Seizures 98

Seizures Stroke Outcomes EMS 98

EMDocs

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Authors: Mary Hamblen, DO (EM Resident Physician, TX); Justin Hacnik, MD (EM Resident Physician, TX); Katherine Spencer, MD (EM Resident Physician, TX); J.D. 23 BCVI should be suspected with any high-energy trauma or any fractures of the maxilla or mandible. of patients with blunt multisystem trauma.

Stroke 103

Stroke Radiology Radiology Emergency Department 103

Taming the SRU

MAY 22, 2023

Ankle fractures are the third most common fracture in the ED [2] and more than 20,000 patients are seen in the ED for ankle sprains each day [3]. As an EM physician, it is important to have an understanding of the spectrum of ankle injuries and how these are appropriately evaluated. Obtain at least 3 views when possible.

Fractures 77

Fractures Dislocations Operations Radiology 77

Don't Forget the Bubbles

AUGUST 10, 2023

This is partly because the hands (including fingers) of children & young people have a tendency to fracture without as much compressive force being applied to the bones when compared with adult hands. Discussion (from Orthobullets, Relias media & EM News blog) What does this x-ray show? What should you do with it?

Fractures 52

Fractures Soft Tissue Injuries Emergency Department Operations 52

Taming the SRU

JUNE 6, 2023

then need further evaluation Usually with CTA imaging If normal physical exam & ABI>0.9,

Documentation/Coding 64

Documentation/Coding Seizures Psychiatric Wellness 64