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  • Applying the SPEEDSPLINT Femoral Traction Splint: A Practical Guide for Only the Brightest EM Physicians
    Applying the SPEEDSPLINT Femoral Traction Splint: A Practical Guide for Only the Brightest EM Physicians
    by Tayab Waseem
    Femur fractures require immediate attention due to severe pain and risks like blood loss. The SPEEDSPLINT femoral traction splint is vital for stabilizing these injuries. A detailed guide includes preparation, applying the ankle hitch, adjusting and securing the splint, applying traction, and reassessing the patient—all essential for improving outcomes and minimizing complications.
  • The Resident Portal is Now Locked
    The Resident Portal is Now Locked
    by Arman Hussain
    A small update: Good morrow all. The resident portal is now locked behind a password. It’s the same password you use to access the ICU… Read more: The Resident Portal is Now Locked
  • Something in the Water…: Board Review for Marine Animal Poisoning
    Something in the Water…: Board Review for Marine Animal Poisoning
    by Jennifer Luk
    The article provides a comprehensive review of marine animal injuries, focusing on various species such as stingrays, bony fish, sea urchins, cone snails, jellyfish, coral, and blue-ringed octopuses. It details injury mechanisms, clinical presentations, and recommended treatments, emphasizing the importance of hot water immersion and supportive care.
  • When Bicarb and Mag Aren’t Enough – Toxicology Deep Dive
    When Bicarb and Mag Aren’t Enough – Toxicology Deep Dive
    by Mariaelena Uceda
    This article reviews various toxicologic syndromes commonly encountered in emergency medicine, emphasizing the importance of prompt treatment with specific antidotes. It discusses conditions such as acetaminophen, opioid, and organophosphate poisonings, detailing their mechanisms, clinical presentations, and management protocols. Early recognition and appropriate care are crucial for improving patient outcomes.
  • Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO): A Rapid Overview
    Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO): A Rapid Overview
    by Jordan Detrick
    Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-support technique for severe respiratory or cardiac failure unresponsive to conventional treatments. It involves diverting blood for oxygenation via an artificial membrane lung. While beneficial in various critical situations, ECMO also carries risks and contraindications, necessitating careful patient selection and monitoring.
  • Blast Injuries: An Overview
    Blast Injuries: An Overview
    by Kirra Paulus
    Blast injuries can result from various scenarios, presenting complex mechanical trauma categorized into primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary types. Pediatric patients have unique vulnerabilities, and psychological impacts on victims and providers are significant. Effective trauma care must integrate mental health support while addressing specific injury mechanisms. These insights aid clinicians in managing blast incidents.

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