When Bicarb and Mag Aren’t Enough – Toxicology Deep Dive

When Bicarb and Mag Aren’t Enough – Toxicology Deep Dive

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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.

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Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO): A Rapid Overview

Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO): A Rapid Overview

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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.

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Blast Injuries: An Overview

Blast Injuries: An Overview

Board Review, Resources, Reviews, Wilderness & Austere Environments /

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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What to Expect when you’re Expecting… a Patient: A guide to EMS Providers for Emergency Physicians

What to Expect when you’re Expecting… a Patient: A guide to EMS Providers for Emergency Physicians

Prehospital & EMS, Resources, Reviews /

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) encompasses patient identification, response, treatment, and transport. There are three main provider levels: EMT, AEMT, and paramedic. Each level has distinct training, responsibilities, and capabilities, with paramedics being the most advanced. Understanding these roles is crucial for physicians to ensure effective prehospital care and communication.

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Setting Up for a Successful Intubation

Setting Up for a Successful Intubation

Airway, Critical Care, Procedures /

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.

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Crowd Control Devices – Initial Evaluation and Management in the ED

Crowd Control Devices – Initial Evaluation and Management in the ED

Prehospital & EMS, Resources, Toxicology /

The 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.

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