Toxicology

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

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

Leave a Comment / Board Review, Reviews, Toxicology /

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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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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