EMDocs

OCTOBER 30, 2023

2 In response to the constrained availability of contrast media, emergency medicine (EM) and radiology departments were compelled to enact modifications in their imaging techniques. In most cases, the radiology team functioned as the main decision-maker playing a key role in drafting institutional protocols. 11 Table 1.

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American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

What You Will Learn Potential radiation hazards Principles to minimize radiation exposure How to safely operate fluoroscopy equipment Techniques to manage radiation dose Current regulatory requirements The types of personal protective equipment to reduce radiation exposure Details Course length: 1 hour.

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Don't Forget the Bubbles

MAY 22, 2023

These can be operated and maintained by patients and their families at home. Gemma tells you that as well as the physio, Robin’s LTV Consultant has also prescribed some oral antibiotics. Since then, he has been well in himself. Advances in technology have also led to more portable ventilators. You go to see Robin.

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Pediatric Education

JULY 14, 2024

He was overall well but his father noted that he had a “bump” on the side of his forehead. The patient was referred to neurosurgery and radiologic evaluation of a magnetic resonance imaging study revealed a dermoid cyst. The patient had no post-operative complications. It was not bothering the patient.

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Taming the SRU

MAY 22, 2023

Use your exam to guide your initial management as well as your imaging decisions and differential diagnosis. weight-bearing status, operative vs. non-operative) If necessary/helpful to ensure adequate follow-up At time of discharge: Counsel on expected course of injury, supportive care (e.g., 12): e0244291. 2001;220:406-12.

Fractures 76

Fractures Dislocations Operations Radiology 76

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

JUNE 4, 2017

However, when we assess major trauma that includes chest, abdominal and pelvic trauma, the initial radiologic evaluation is left to the treating physician’s judgement. Many studies (most retrospective) have assessed the use of pan scanning as an initial radiologic evaluation. Reference: Sierink et al.

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Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

OCTOBER 9, 2024

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. This list is not all inclusive, there may be other challenges as well.

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Hazardous Materials Infectious Diseases PPE Shock 59

ACEP Now

MAY 4, 2023

The chest X-ray showed multiple displaced right rib fractures and chest wall subcutaneous emphysema without definitive evidence of a pneumothorax, as well as right lower lobe atelectasis versus contusion (Figure 1). On hospital day 2, he was taken to the operating room for surgical rib fixation. A chest tube was placed at that time.

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Northwestern EM Blog

MAY 16, 2022

Follow up CT should depend on the patient and ultrasound operator. Lastly the POCUS operators were ED physicians with training “recommended by ACEP.” It is worth mentioning that this study was a multicenter study based in the US with representation from ED, Radiology, and Urology. were hospitalizations during f/u period; 26.4%

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ALiEM

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Past surgical history was significant for laparoscopic ventral hernia repair with mesh and lysis of adhesions (three years ago), as well as prior appendectomy, cholecystectomy, c-section, and right nephrectomy. C); BP 110/56; HR 64; RR 16; SpO2 100% General : No acute distress, well appearing.

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Don't Forget the Bubbles

MARCH 11, 2024

There are many causes, and it is less well understood than plagiocephaly. Craniosynostosis needs urgent referral and is usually corrected operatively before a child’s first birthday. Craniosynostosis, The Radiology Assistant. The Radiology Assistant: Craniosynostosis Accessed 10.01.2024 Mawji, A., Vollman, A. McNeil, D.

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RebelEM

JANUARY 25, 2023

Late findings Fever Abdominal distension (+) LR: 5.64 – 16.8 (-) LR: 0.34 – 0.43 Absent bowel sounds Peritoneal signs (i.e. rebound and guarding) Diagnostics Laboratory Tests Commonly ordered lab tests (i.e. 2.3 – 5.4) (-) LR: 0.18 (0.09 – 0.35) Ultrasound Findings Dilated loops of bowel (diameter > 2.5

Operations 52

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ALiEM

MAY 13, 2024

They may be well-circumscribed or may have irregular borders. Well-circumscribed abscess with heterogeneous debris C. Larger abscess with well-circumscribed borders D. Superficial abscess with well-circumscribed borders Table 1. The rim may be echogenic or blend in with surrounding tissue. 97.4%) 85.4% (78.9-90.2%)

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Pediatric Education

AUGUST 4, 2024

Angiography and/or venography may be considered as well. Recurrence can occur and also presentations on the contralateral side after operation have also been noted. .” Imaging may include ultrasound, computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging depending on the patient age and circumstances.

Pediatrics 52

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EMDocs

DECEMBER 6, 2024

5 Orogastric lavage may also be considered for GI decontamination but likely to be limited by location, size of tablets, and operator familiarity. Radiology in the management of acute iron poisoning. 9 Typical dose: Polyethylene glycol (Go-Lytely ) 25 mL/kg/hr in small children and 1.5-2 2 L/hr in adults. doi: 10.1097/PEC.0b013e3182302604.

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EMDocs

JUNE 3, 2023

4 This is the framework the ED resuscitationist should be operating under, as hemodynamically unstable pelvic trauma patients require a different approach compared to stable patients who will undergo CT, routine pelvic fixation, and definitive surgical repair. Figure 5: Pelvic binding with a sheet.

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Taming the SRU

APRIL 5, 2023

The kidney will have a different axis as well as level of lie, so care should be taken to scan broadly if the renal cortex is not immediately apparent. Operators should take care to obtain clear images of the upper renal poles with the understanding that inferior pole evaluation will be limited from the isthmus. 2017;27(2):133-140.

Ultrasounds 52

Ultrasounds Pediatrics Radiology Radiology 52

Pediatric Emergency Playbook

MARCH 1, 2016

Adults tolerate hypotension relatively well, and is sufficient until we send them to the OR or interventional radiology suite. Often children even with high-grade splenic and liver lacerations can be managed non-operatively. To avoid this, we target a MAP of 65 and look for clinical signs of sufficient perfusion.

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ALiEM

AUGUST 9, 2023

F Heart Rate 138 bpm Blood Pressure 102/61 Respiratory Rate 32 Oxygen Saturation (room air) 100% He is well appearing but has increased work of breathing. The lung POCUS is also operator-dependent, and it has a steep learning curve. He presents with persistent cough and fever and now has increased work of breathing.

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PEMBlog

JUNE 5, 2024

Infants can get a cervical spine injury during breech delivery or, unfortunately, during non accidental trauma as well. It’s a highly sensitive rule that is designed to prevent missing cervical spine injuries while limiting the amount of unnecessary radiologic examinations. That’s a spine or neurosurgery operation.

Fractures 52

Fractures Pediatrics Radiology Radiology 52

Northwestern EM Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Typically well appearing with normal labs, however, this is a diagnosis of exclusion and a septic joint should be ruled out. Commonly hematogenous spread from bacteremia; clinical suspicion should prompt radiologic evaluation. Management is orthopedic consultation for operative stabilization [12]. 2012;97(5):185-193.

Pediatrics 52

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RCEM Learning

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

It is important to closely monitor the patient’s haemodynamic status and repeat the pelvic x-ray post binder removal because a well-applied pelvic binder can mask fracture. Operative management is required with either External Fixation or Open Reduction with Internal Fixation (ORIF). Usually managed conservatively.

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Advanced Emergency Nursing from AENJ

FEBRUARY 29, 2016

Farrington] Rebuilding of outdated hospitals put emergency rooms on ground level with nearby X-ray service, and, ideally, sometimes closer to the Blood Bank and the Operating Rooms. Rebuilding of EDs in proximity to Radiology, Blood Bank, OR, and ICU, becoming organic to the hospital. 1950s & 1960s Resuscitation Research.

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Pediatric Emergency Playbook

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

Protocols work well for adults, but trauma in children requires that we exercise our clinical muscles just a bit more. REBOA If you have access to resuscitative endovascular balloon occlusion of the aorta or REBOA, this may be an option to temporize the child to get him to the relative control of the operating room.

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Pediatric Emergency Playbook

JUNE 1, 2017

This child is at risk for expected complications, as well as overdiagnosis and iatrogenia. These children depend on their preload to run blood passively into the pulmonary circuit; afterload reduction is also important to compensate for a poor left ejection fraction, as well as to avoid the development of pulmonary hypertension.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Importantly, there is also STE in aVL, as well as V1. The operative report and radiology reads do not comment specifically as to whether the dissection flap was partially or fully obstructing coronary flow, or whether it was obstructing the left main or the RCA. Intraoperative TEE noted "Type A aortic dissection arising 1.0

Ultrasounds 40

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EB Medicine

JULY 8, 2019

Jeff: Well that’s kind worrisome. Which again reiterates why this is such an important topic for us as EM clinicians to be well-versed in. Nachi: Unfortunately this procedure is associated with a relatively high re-operation rate – one study found 20% of patients required removal or revision.

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EB Medicine

JUNE 6, 2019

CT is good but you really should learn ultrasound, and lastly, sick patients need prompt consultation and resuscitation, not rapid trips to radiology. For example, patients with misdiagnosed disease has less RLQ pain and tenderness as well as diminished anorexia, nausea, and vomiting.

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Taming the SRU

MAY 30, 2023

hours earlier and went to OR 3.5

OB/GYN 52

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Pediatric Emergency Playbook

APRIL 1, 2017

Steady the operating hand by placing your hypothenar eminence on the child’s zygoma or temporal scalp, to avoid jutting the instrument into the ear canal with sudden movement. Look for a small tip diameter (to fit in the ear canal as well as the nose) and a strong “hold” (at least a 3-lb hold). button batteries in the nose or ears).29,30

Pediatrics 52

Pediatrics CPR Operations Resuscitation 52

Don't Forget the Bubbles

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

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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Pediatrics Fractures Dehydration Sepsis 52

Advanced Emergency Nursing from AENJ

MAY 27, 2015

If mere criminality was the only matter, there’s some cash, personal electronics, appliances, and business machines; if not merely criminal, and well-studied beforehand, there are to be had radioactive materials, drugs, toxins, chemicals, and many who would pay a ransom for the loved ones within. Emergency Preparedness. Vernon , August. (No

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EB Medicine

JANUARY 2, 2019

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.

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EMDocs

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

2019) argue against a minimum NIHSS score to trigger the use of CTA, instead purporting that clinical suspicion of acute ischemic stroke presenting within 24 hours of the last known well was sufficient evidence to order the study. 8 The data in Mayer et al. 9 A later assessment of the VAN score in Beume et al. positivity rate on CTA for BCVI.

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