EMDocs

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Stage 3 (timing variable) Shock 1 : Can occur within hours for massive ingestion, but may occur over a longer time course. 6 Severe toxicity and shock are typically seen with serum iron concentrations above 500 g/dL and serum iron concentrations above 1000 g/dL are associated with significant mortality. Antiemetics as needed.

Poisoning 94

Poisoning Fluid Resuscitation Seizures Resuscitation 94

RebelEM

MAY 25, 2023

I recently gave a talk on the initial management of trauma patients with hemorrhagic shock. Clinical Take Home Point: In patients with TBI and hypovolemic shock, target a SBP or MAP ≥90mmHg, but know this is based on limited evidence. vs SBP target <90mmHg which resulted in a mortality of 33.4% NEJM 1994. [2] NEJM 1994. [2]

Resuscitation 145

Resuscitation Fluid Resuscitation Head Injuries Shock 145

Don't Forget the Bubbles

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

This should include early identification of life-threatening injuries, targeted fluid resuscitation using blood products, pain management, then eventual safeguarding and psychological support. E.g. burns, neurosurgery, interventional radiology. Establish IV access for potential fluid resuscitation.

Domestic Violence 59

Domestic Violence Fluid Resuscitation Head Injuries Sexual Assault 59

EMDocs

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Clinical features include abdominal or flank pain; ecchymosis to the flank, periumbilical region, proximal thighs, or scrotum; and hemorrhagic shock early in the disease course. 5 Clinical Presentation: 1-3 Variable presentation but may present with dropping hemoglobin/hematocrit without other findings in spontaneous cases.

EMS 93

EMS Fluid Resuscitation Resuscitation Radiology 93

EMDocs

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

2 , 4 , 5 Recommended by the American College of Radiology (ACR) Appropriateness Criteria but otherwise limited for cervical perforations or alternative etiologies of chest pain. 4 Fluid resuscitation and vasopressor use as appropriate. Beta lactam allergy: Clindamycin (900 mg IV) plus Ciprofloxacin (400 mg IV).

Operations 86

Operations Radiology Radiology Fluid Resuscitation 86