EMDocs

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation can be lifesaving for patients with cardiogenic shock or dysrhythmias that are refractory to other treatment measure s. The usefulness of administering methylene blue for refractory vasodilatory shock due to CCB poisoning is uncertain. COR 2a, LOE C-LD. COR 2a, LOE C-LD.

Poisoning 112

Poisoning Hyperthermia / Hypothermia Seizures Administration 112

Taming the SRU

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Tillotson and Hinckley Simulation Communication on arrival to a scene is key, both between you and your flight nurse before you enter the ambulance and with the EMS crew Reassessing the potential reasons for shock in a trauma is important to pick up causes that are not initially on your mind initially (blood products for hemorrhage, controlling a significant (..)

PPE 98

PPE Administration Ultrasounds Poisoning 98

Mind The Bleep

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to avoid secondary contamination. Sodium Chloride or Hartmanns if indicated, monitoring for signs of shock. Introduction Initial Assessment and Stabilization Ensure that the scene is safe for both the patient and the healthcare providers. Check temperature and blood glucose levels.

Burns 52

Burns Fluid Resuscitation PPE Hyperthermia / Hypothermia 52

Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

OCTOBER 9, 2024

For dental facilities only: Dental Unit Waterlines should be shocked then tested before use. If the testing reveals failing water quality, shock and test again. Is PPE (personal protective equipment) readily available and appropriate for any existing job hazards? Perform spore testing on autoclaves prior to use.

Hazardous Materials 59

Hazardous Materials Infectious Diseases PPE Shock 59

ALiEM

JUNE 5, 2023

Glucocorticoid therapy should be considered in anthrax meningitis, cutaneous anthrax with extensive tissue edema involving the head and neck, or anthrax with vasopressor-resistant shock [9]. When should you administer post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)? 6,10] PEP is unlikely to be indicated for naturally occurring cutaneous anthrax.

Infectious Diseases 102

Infectious Diseases CDC PPE Military 102

EMDocs

JANUARY 6, 2025

Based on available hospital resources, the patient is treated for septic shock secondary to pneumonia and an infected wound using broad-spectrum antibiotics and IV crystalloid fluids. She is sent to the medical ward after three days in the ED with the diagnoses of resolving septic shock, severe malaria, and AKI. Marburg Virus Disease.;

Infectious Diseases 72

Infectious Diseases CDC PPE Rapid Diagnostic Testing 72