Don't Forget the Bubbles

JUNE 30, 2023

She has a right parietal-occipital region haematoma, and you think you might be able to feel a step – you’re pretty convinced she has a palpable skull fracture. No, I don’t give TXA to kids with isolated head injuries We want to stop any clot breakdown to try and slow any potential bleeding. This is not good.

Head Injuries 145

Head Injuries Seizures Outcomes Pediatrics 145

Taming the SRU

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

After rescue, she had an apparent head injury and was confused but protecting her airway with grossly normal vital signs. CT HEAD Bilateral hemorrhagic contusions, left subdural hematoma with mass effect, scattered subarachnoid hemorrhage, occipital bone fracture and venous thrombosis adjacent to fracture site.

Administration 79

Administration Fractures Anaphylaxis Head Injuries 79

Mind The Bleep

JUNE 18, 2023

environmental factors, pain, infection, dehydration, electrolyte disturbance, head injury, medication etc) Does the individual have capacity? – One stroke is prevented for every 37 patients with dementia who avoid 2-3 months of antipsychotic symptoms for their BPSD. What can I use in an emergency?

Psychiatric 52

Psychiatric Documentation/Coding Stroke Fractures 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