Emergency Medicine Cases

JANUARY 29, 2019

In this CritCases blog Michael Misch takes us through a case of accidental hypothermia and cardiac arrest, reviewing the controversies in management as well as the guidelines for rewarming, the role of ECMO and the alterations to ACLS cardiac arrest medications, CPR and defibrillations.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

NOVEMBER 16, 2019

Laura Melville (@lmelville535) is an emergency physician in Brooklyn, New York, is a part of the New York ACEP Research Committee, ALL NYC EM, and is the NYP-Brooklyn Methodist Resident Research Director. Case: A 59-year-old woman comes is brought into your emergency department (ED) by EMS in cardiac arrest. Reference: Lascarrou et al.

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Emergency Medicine Cases

OCTOBER 5, 2021

In this Journal Jam podcast, special guest Dr. Mizuho Morrison joins Anton and Justin to clear up the muddy waters of therapeutic hypothermia with a deep dive into the world’s literature. The post Journal Jam 19 Therapeutic Hypothermia After Cardiac Arrest – Mixed Evidence appeared first on Emergency Medicine Cases.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

MAY 20, 2023

She is part of the Don’t Forget the Bubbles team and faculty at Queen Mary […] The post SGEM #404: Sitting on the Dock of the Bay-esian Interpretation of Therapeutic Hypothermia for Pediatric Cardiac Arrest first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine. They started cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) until EMS arrived.

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Taming the SRU

DECEMBER 8, 2023

EMS had reported she had coded en route. ED providers should be familiar with several extraction techniques for foreign bodies in the external auditory canal including the use of manual extractors, irrigation, and other methods such as adhesives and acetone. She regained pulses with warming on arrival.

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EMDocs

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

3-6 Clinical Presentation: Symptoms include altered mental status, tachycardia, hyperthermia, urinary retention, mydriasis, blurred vision, dry skin, hallucinations. Anticholinergic toxicity has overlap with other toxicological causes of hyperthermia which are reviewed here: Hyperthermia in the Toxicological Setting.

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EMDocs

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

1,2 Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) (hyperthermia, autonomic instability, rigidity, altered mental status [AMS]) can occur as well and is most often seen with clozapine but has been observed with other atypicals. Rigidity and hyperthermia should raise concerns for NMS. 1 Seizures may occur due to lowered seizure threshold.

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Taming the SRU

MARCH 30, 2024

Predictions scores such as the HOPE score can be used to guide treatment.

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EMDocs

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Upon EMS arrival the male is noted to be anxious and tremulous with a GCS of 14. A 36-year-old male presents to the emergency department after being found down at home by his spouse. Per the mans wife, the patient is a heavy drinker often consuming two to three pints of vodka daily.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

DECEMBER 16, 2017

Hypothermia for Neuroprotection in Convulsive Status Epilepticus. Case: Johnny is a […] The post SGEM#199: Therapeutic Hypothermia – What is it Good For? Hypothermia for Neuroprotection in Convulsive Status Epilepticus. Case: Johnny is a 22-year-old male patient who presents to the emergency department via EMS with a seizure.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

JANUARY 13, 2024

Date: January 11, 2024 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Chris Root is an EMS fellow in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of New Mexico Health […] The post SGEM#426: All the Small Things – Small Bag Ventilation Masks in Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine. Resuscitation 2023.

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Pediatric EM Morsels

AUGUST 9, 2024

We have previously discussed hypothermia presentations , GBS infections , and HSV infections. The post Congenital Syphilis appeared first on Pediatric EM Morsels. Fortunately, we have addressed many neonatal issues in the PedEMMorsels. Obviously, one of the most concerning considerations in neonates is the potential for infection.

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EMergucate

MAY 30, 2016

for hyperthermia) Risk of aspiration … Continue reading → Indications Loss of airway protection Loss of reflexes, e.g. obtunded /↓GCS (<8), muscle relaxed (e.g.

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EM SIM Cases

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Jared Baylis and Dr. Kelly Huang Dr. Baylis is the Simulation Medical Director at University of British Columbia – Southern Medical Program and Interior Health, as well as an editor of EM Sim Cases. CLINICAL VIGNETTE 58 y/o M presents with hyperthermia and confusion, and was found by bystanders to be acting strange.

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EM SIM Cases

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Dr Brad Stebner is a staff Emergency physician in Kelowna, BC, Clinical Instructor at UBC and one of our editors at EM Sim Cases. Co-morbid illnesses and medications can be risk factors and can also mask the usual responses to hyperthermia such as tachycardia.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

JANUARY 9, 2021

JAMA 2020 Guest Skeptic: Mike Carter is a former paramedic and current PA practicing in pulmonary and critical care as well as an adjunct professor of emergency medical services […] The post SGEM#314: OHCA – Should you Take ‘em on the Run Baby if you Don’t get ROSC? first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine.

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ACEP Now

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

3 In the post-resuscitative state, the patient should be transferred to a higher level of care, where they can be monitored for further complications and undergo therapeutic hypothermia. 3 Dr. Turner , originally trained at the Medical University of South Carolina, is an EM intern at Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pa. 2016;8:11-19.

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EMergucate

MAY 17, 2016

Environmental Diving Problems Drowning Electrical Injury Heat-Related Illness Hypothermia High Altitude Illness Marine Envenomations Marine Poisoning Snakebite Spider Bites Toxicology … Continue reading →

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

JANUARY 21, 2023

Case submitted and written by Dr. Mazen El-Baba and Dr. Evelyn Dell, with edits from Jesse McLaren EMS brought a John Doe, in his 30s, who was found in an urban forest near a homeless encampment on a cool fall day. EMS reported an initial GCS of 8 with pupils equal and reactive. There were no signs of trauma on scene or on the patient.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

OCTOBER 22, 2022

Case: You are the Chief of your local Fire and EMS Department, and an individual contacts you saying […] The post SGEM#380: OHCAs Happen and You’re Head Over Heels – Head Elevated During CPR? Head and thorax elevation during cardiopulmonary resuscitation using circulatory adjuncts is associated with improved survival.

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Emergency Medicine Cases

APRIL 20, 2021

In Part 1 of our 2-part series on bradycardia and bradydysrhythmias we discussed a practical approach with electrophysiologist Paul Dorian and EM doc Tarlan Hedayati. How is the treatment of bradycardia different in the patient with hypothermia? In this, part 2, we discuss details of treatment. Cardiac ischemia? Myxedema coma?

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RebelEM

JUNE 19, 2023

This balance is upset in trauma by loss of blood and factors, acidosis, hypothermia and the inflammatory cascade. Read More Core EM: CRASH-2: Tranexamic Acid in Major Trauma References: CRASH-2 Trial Collaborators. appeared first on REBEL EM - Emergency Medicine Blog. PMID: 20554319 Post Peer Reviewed By: Salim R.

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EM Curious

MAY 6, 2015

The idea of the FOAMed review is to give you a digestible selection of reliable content from the online EM/CC world that you can fit into your busy weekly schedule. Over a year's span we will be sure to include topics from all core EM content areas.even the ones that may not be the coolest. Read on here @ Rebel EM. Watch here.

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Emergency Medicine Cases

JANUARY 18, 2022

The post EM Quick Hits 35 – 10 Best Papers of 2021, Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, Crashing Asthmatic, Febrile Neutropenia, Anaphylaxis update appeared first on Emergency Medicine Cases.

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Emergency Medicine Cases

MARCH 1, 2022

The post EM Quick Hits 36 – Surviving Sepsis, Angle Closure Glaucoma, Bougies, Frostbite, Hot/Altered Patient, Central Cord Syndrome appeared first on Emergency Medicine Cases.

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ACEP Now

OCTOBER 3, 2023

This guideline revision is particularly timely as EMS systems have shown their abilities to dramatically improve survival and neurologic outcome after cardiac arrest, STEMI, acute stroke, and other time-sensitive conditions. 2019;154(7):e191152.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

JULY 14, 2010

A 56 yo f with h/o HTN and hypercholesterolemia called EMS from home after onset of L chest pain radiating to the left arm. Before EMS arrived, she had "seizure activity" and became unresponsive. She underwent therapeutic hypothermia, and emerged from coma. She was intubated.

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EMergucate

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

A 30 year old man present with altered mental state, severe life threatening hyperkalaemia, severe hyperthermia, hypotension and tachycardia. He … Continue reading →

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EMergucate

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

A young man is brought in by ambulance with severe hyperthermia, tachycardia and tachypnoea. This has a mortality rate of … Continue reading →

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

SEPTEMBER 29, 2018

Annals of EM May 2018 Guest Skeptic: Andrew Merelman is a critical care paramedic and first year medical student at Rocky Vista University in Colorado. Annals of EM May 2018 Guest Skeptic: Andrew Merelman is a critical care paramedic and first year medical student at Rocky Vista University in Colorado.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

MAY 8, 2021

He is an EMS medical director with Lexington Fire/EMS as well as the AMR/NASCAR […] The post SGEM#329: Will Corticosteroids Help if…I Will Survive a Cardiac Arrest? He is an EMS medical director with Lexington Fire/EMS as well as the AMR/NASCAR Safety Team. first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine.

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Don't Forget the Bubbles

AUGUST 4, 2024

Morris and colleagues investigated the efficacy of refrigerated gel packs for therapeutic hypothermia in neonatal retrieval. They used servo-controlled therapeutic hypothermia (versus passive hypothermia) and found no major difference in outcome. Edwards EM, et al. More studies on this topic will surely follow.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

AUGUST 14, 2021

Missy is also now the director for Difficult Airway EMS course in Washington State Case: An EMS crew arrives to your emergency department (ED) with a 58-year-old female who suffered a witnessed ventricular fibrillation (VF) out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA). Background: We have covered OHCA multiple times on the SGEM.

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EMDocs

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Recovery from profound lactic acidosis, hyperthermia, and rhabdomyolysis. Clin Toxicol. 1970;3(2):267-273. doi:10.3109/15563657008990475 Boyd RE, Brennan PT, Deng JF, Rochester DF, Spyker DA. Strychnine poisoning. 1983;74(3):507-512. doi:10.1016/0002-9343(83)90999-3 Hardin J, Griggs R. DIAZEPAM TREATMENT IN A CASE OF STRYCHNINE POISONING.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

OCTOBER 24, 2020

You abandon your coffee order and quickly head next-door, where you are able to start cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and direct a bystander to find the store’s automated external defibrillator (AED) while waiting for emergency medical services (EMS) to arrive. SGEM#64 : Classic EM Papers (OPALS Study) * SGEM#136 : CPR – Man or Machine?

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2024

With EMS, patient had a GCS of 3 and was saturating 60% on room air. He improved to 100% with the addition of non-rebreather, however remained altered and was intubated by EMS with ketamine and succinylcholine. Vital signs were within normal limits on arrival to the Emergency Department.

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Don't Forget the Bubbles

MAY 17, 2023

Hegeman EM, et al. Schwindt EM, et al. To feed or not to feed during therapeutic hypothermia in asphyxiated neonates: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Osteomyelitis in Sickle Cell Anemia: Does Age Predict Risk of Salmonella Infection? Pediatr Infect Dis J. 2023 Apr 18. Eur J Pediatr. 2023 Apr 19. Romijn M, et al.

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