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Reopening After A Hurricane: Steps for Healthcare Facilities to Ensure Safety and Compliance

Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

Mold buildup, sanitary sewer systems operating correctly, surfaces being free of microorganisms, equipment being cleaned/disinfected/sterilized properly, and supplies being free of damage are just a few other issues to look out for. There are several concerns that will need to be addressed when reopening following a prolonged shutdown.

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PEM POCUS Series: Soft Tissue Ultrasound

ALiEM

63M with an Erythematous Abdomen Limitations of POCUS As with all ultrasound applications, soft tissue POCUS is operator dependent. Di Coneybeare) For additional reading on ultrasounding necrotizing fasciitis, see these ALiEM articles: QI Series: Cellulitis vs Necrotizing Fasciitis Ultrasound For The Win! – 97.4%) 85.4% (78.9-90.2%)

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EM@3AM: Total Hip Arthroplasty Complications

EMDocs

4 Pain is the most common reason for presentation in the early post operative period. 5 Highest risk of dislocation early in the post operative course due to laxity of the soft tissue after surgery. 6 Hip flexion or adduction in the early post-operative period can cause atraumatic dislocations (typically avoided for 6 weeks post-op).

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The 79th Bubble Wrap x Bristol Royal Hospital For Children

Don't Forget the Bubbles

The task force (Society of Critical Care Medicine) was made up of paediatric experts in critical care, emergency medicine, infectious diseases, general paediatrics, nursing, and public health from six continents. It was then reviewed by an international group of experts.

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Caring for children after a kidney transplant

Don't Forget the Bubbles

suprapubic catheters, gastrostomy tubes, haemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis lines – may have been left in situ in the initial post-operative period), and central vascular catheters. Look for scars indicating previous central lines, peritoneal dialysis catheters or operations. If in doubt, ask. CAKUT, catheterization requirement).

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Episode 24 - First Trimester Pregnancy Emergencies: Recognition and Management

EB Medicine

Jeff: Perhaps most importantly, no history or physical alone can rule in or out an ectopic pregnancy, for that you’ll need testing and imaging or operative findings. Jeff: All patients with a positive pregnancy test and vaginal bleeding should receive an ultrasound performed by either an emergency physician or by radiology.