George Washington University Emergency Medicine Blog
Free Open Access Medical Education pearls from the residents at George Washington University Emergency Medicine
Setting Up for a Successful Intubation
By Karen Chung
/ October 24, 2024
Dr. Karen Chung and Dr. Arman Hussain discuss their distinct methods for preparing for intubations, aimed at junior learners. Chung…
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Refractory Hypoxemia Treatment in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
By Neha Gupta
/ September 21, 2024
The article discusses treatment strategies for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) and refractory hypoxemia. Key steps include optimizing mechanical ventilation,…
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Crowd Control Devices – Initial Evaluation and Management in the ED
By Arman Hussain
/ May 8, 2024
The article emphasizes the crucial role emergency medical programs play in managing injuries from crowd control devices. Highlighting the necessity…
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Hypothermia Recap and Resources
By Arman Hussain
/ November 1, 2023
Take Home Points DC’s Cold Emergency Plan goes into effect when temp+windchill drops to 15F or 20F with any meteorological…
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Latest Posts
- Setting Up for a Successful Intubation
Dr. Karen Chung and Dr. Arman Hussain discuss their distinct methods for preparing for intubations, aimed at junior learners. Chung emphasizes using a checklist, especially the SOAP ME mnemonic, for effective preparation. Hussain, a visual learner, prefers “disaster thinking” to prepare for potential complications during the procedure, enhancing his confidence. - Refractory Hypoxemia Treatment in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)The article discusses treatment strategies for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) and refractory hypoxemia. Key steps include optimizing mechanical ventilation, implementing prone positioning, considering neuromuscular blockade, and using inhaled vasodilators.
- Crowd Control Devices – Initial Evaluation and Management in the EDThe article emphasizes the crucial role emergency medical programs play in managing injuries from crowd control devices. Highlighting the necessity of appropriate PPE and stress on scene safety, it details treatment protocols involving the P-ABCD²E method for managing effects of pepper spray, tear gas, and kinetic impact projectiles like rubber bullets. The essence of management involves supportive care and vigilance for severe respiratory or cardiac symptoms, ensuring thorough evaluation and quick decontamination to mitigate complications.
- Hypothermia Recap and ResourcesTake Home Points Michael West, one of my favorite senior residents (back when he was a PGY-4), wrote an incredible review article on the management… Read more: Hypothermia Recap and Resources
- Phenobarbital: The Sobering TruthPhenobarbital may be a viable option for treating alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS) as both monotherapy and in combination with benzodiazepines. Studies suggest that phenobarbital may be superior to benzodiazepines in terms of adverse outcomes such as ICU admissions. However, more research is needed to make definitive recommendations.
- Picture This: Imaging in Renal ColicTake Home Points Case A 20 year old male with no past medical history comes back from the waiting room in excruciating pain in his… Read more: Picture This: Imaging in Renal Colic
