Operations Poisoning Wellness 
Northwestern EM Blog
MAY 2, 2022
The post goes into detail on the pathophysiology, signs, symptoms, and diagnosis of both carbon monoxide and cyanide poisonings, so this commentary will focus on the clinical approach. An elevated lactic acid is a surrogate for cyanide poisoning, specifically a level of 8-10 mmol/L or greater is sensitive and should prompt intervention.
Pediatric Education
NOVEMBER 12, 2023
weeks was seen for well-care. Pierre-Robin Sequence) and post-operative congenital heart disease. Bull MJ, Engle WA, The Committee on Injury and Poison Prevention and the Committee on Fetus and Newborn. Patient Presentation A former 35 week, appropriate for gestational age male, now 37.5 Pediatrics. 2009;123(5):1424-1429.
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EMDocs
DECEMBER 6, 2024
In the late 1990s, iron was the leading cause of poisoning deaths reported to poison control centers for children less than 6 years of age. 5 Orogastric lavage may also be considered for GI decontamination but likely to be limited by location, size of tablets, and operator familiarity. 2 L/hr in adults. McGraw Hill; 2019.
Don't Forget the Bubbles
JANUARY 17, 2024
Forrester reported data from the Texas Poison Centers surrounding 110 cases of superabsorbent polymer bead ingestions between 2011 and 2016. Closer to home, the New South Wales Poisons Information Centre (NSWPIC) reported 129 incidents involving water-absorbing beads since 2004. They passed away a few days after a second operation.
Dr. Smith's ECG Blog
SEPTEMBER 2, 2024
Regarding my Systematic assessment of ECG #1: There is significant baseline artifact , as well as baseline wander. since what appears to be a major causative factor ( simultaneous ingestion of 9 herbal preparations ) is no longer operative. Nossen — results of genetic testing for LQTS are pending.
The Skeptics' Guide to EM
JANUARY 23, 2021
That SGEMHOP episode asked how the productivity of APPs compare to emergency physicians and what is its impact on ED operations? The difference in training between and emergency medicine physician and APPs is well recognized. Background: We covered the use of advanced practice providers (APPs) on the SGEM#308.
Advanced Emergency Nursing from AENJ
MAY 27, 2014
Even after no longer having a role in resuscitation, CO2 was advocated for accelerating clearance of carbon monoxide poisoning into the 1950s and 1960s. Henderson , it would seem, was an enthusiast, well-convinced of his opinions, with missionary zeal, who would firmly argue his positions and tirelessly campaign them. In 1927, H.W.
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