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Episode 23 - Influenza Diagnosis and Management in the Emergency Department

EB Medicine

Jeff: Alright, so now that the EMS crew, wearing proper PPE of course, has delivered the patient, who is also wearing a mask, to the ED, we can begin our ED H&P. Nachi: It’s also worth noting, that most communities have strategic plans in the event of a major influenza outbreak. To get this special deal, go to www.ebmedicine.net/APP.

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ED care of refugee populations from sub-Saharan Africa

EMDocs

These patients suffer from untreated physical injuries, including gunshot wounds, shrapnel, accidents, envenomations, sequelae of physical or sexual assault, and heat exhaustion/heat stroke. IPC for Marburg Virus Disease (MVD): PPE Part 1:PPE Basics What, When, and Why to Use PPE. Marburg Virus Disease.;