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EM Quick Hits 2 Organophosphate Poisoning, TXA for Hemoptysis, Metacarpal Fracture Rotation, Abdominal Stab Wounds, Pediatric IV Cannulation

Emergency Medicine Cases

On this EM Quick Hits podcast we have Emily Austin on organophosphate poisoning, Arun Sayal on malrotation of metacarpal fractures, Andrew Petrosoniak on pitfalls in abdominal stab wound management, Anand Swaminathan on tranexamic acid for non-massive hemoptysis, and Natalie May on pediatric IV cannulation tips and tricks.

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Grand Rounds Recap 9.25.2024

Taming the SRU

Look for the light bulb sign and always evaluate with scapular 'Y' view Lateral ankle fractures are classified by the Weber Classification, which is based on fracture location relative to the tibiotalar joint line A Jones fracture is a fracture at the 4th/5th metatarsal articulation. C above historical average.

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emDOCs Podcast – Episode 91: Marine Envenomation and Trauma

EMDocs

Food Poisoning. Poisoning, Envenomation, and Trauma from Marine Creatures. Possible early antibiotic treatment Minor Marine Trauma Mechanism: Bites, Stings, Nematocysts Envenomation Presentation: All can cause localized pain, erythema, and warmth Dermatologic: Urticaria, burning, pruritus, localized paresthesia. 2006;23(7):503-508.

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emDOCs Podcast – Episode 103: Thermal Burn Injury

EMDocs

Most common traumatic injuries are fractures, TBIs, and thoracic or abdominal injuries. Systemic poisoning from inhaled toxins, obstruction of the upper airway from heat injury and edema, and chemical injury to the lower respiratory system from smoke inhalation. Immediate goals are addressing the airway and hemodynamic instability.

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EM@3AM: Traumatic Iritis

EMDocs

Orbital wall fractures: palpate bony structures surrounding the eye, check extra ocular muscle movements to rule out entrapment, obtain CT imaging if suspected [7]. Posttraumatic Iridocyclitis – Injuries; Poisoning.” 2023, www.merckmanuals.com/professional/injuries-poisoning/eye-trauma/posttraumatic-iridocyclitis?query=Traumatic+Iritis+and+Chemical+Iritis.

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Toxicology Answer: the Lionfish, a Dangerous, Non-Native Invader

ACEP Now

7 Depending on velocity of contact, this action can fracture the spike and leave foreign body fragments of the spine within the tissue. A five-year poison center experience. Poisoning, envenomation, and trauma from marine creatures. 5,8 Interestingly, the break forms a new point that can be used for future defense. J Emerg Med.

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MRCEM SBA

RCEM Learning

Curriculum Category Syllabus Questions SLO1 Complex stable patient Allergy Cardiology Dermatology Ear, nose and throat Elderly care / frailty Endocrinology Environmental emergencies Gastroenterology and hepatology Haematology Infectious diseases Maxillofacial / dental Mental Health Musculoskeletal (non-traumatic) Nephrology Neurology Obstetrics & (..)