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Dr. Elsburgh Clarke Was Among First to Specialize in Emergency Medicine

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Medical anti-shock trousers (MAST) being applied for a trauma patient and a Datascope cardiac monitor in use during traumatic full arrest. Notice the use of the medical anti-shock trousers and the ECG machine. He is also familiar with the delayed care and crowding, including boarding issues, that occur. Click to enlarge.)

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Case Report: A Rare, Urgent Testicular Complication

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He had presented to urgent care for the same complaint a week before, but did not seek follow-up at an ED despite their recommendation. J Emerg Trauma Shock. Case A 37-year-old white male with no past medical history presented to the emergency department (ED) for left testicular pain, redness, and swelling. 2012;5(2):206.

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Bubble Wrap PLUS – October 2024

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They used primary and urgent care clinics as referral sources and were randomised to different pathways. Corticosteroids for Managing Pediatric Sepsis and Septic Shock: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. The average waiting time for the first assessment was only a few minutes shorter when going through the ED. Pediatrics.