Core EM

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Author: Natalie Bertrand, MD Editor: Naillid Felipe, MD Background: Definition: adverse reaction to blood product administration Incidence: more common in children than adults, except for delayed hemolytic transfusion reactions Allergic (non-anaphylaxis) – Platelets 1-3%; RBCs 0.1-0.3%

Allergic Reaction 145

Allergic Reaction Plasma ED Epinephrine 145

Core EM

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Author: Natalie Bertrand, MD Editor: Naillid Felipe, MD Background: Definition: adverse reaction to blood product administration Incidence: more common in children than adults, except for delayed hemolytic transfusion reactions Allergic (non-anaphylaxis) – Platelets 1-3%; RBCs 0.1-0.3%

Allergic Reaction 100

Allergic Reaction Plasma ED Epinephrine 100

REBEL EM

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Urticaria and pruritus = MAST CELL mediated, which is treated like a standard allergic reaction. Features Urticaria and pruritis Rapid onset (1-2 hours) IgE Dependent (Type I Hypersensitivity) Reactions An allergen cross-links two or more IgE molecules on mast cells or basophils and initiates a signal cascade leading to degranulation.

Frozen Plasma 105

Frozen Plasma Allergic Reaction FFP Plasma 105

FOAMfrat

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

These steroids are undoubtedly part of the cocktail we reach for in patients presenting with acute asthma, allergic reactions, or anaphylaxis - and traditional clinical logic has taught us these drugs work to reduce inflammation in the airways and reduce bronchial mucus production. Namely, Solumedrol and Dexamethasone (Decadron).

Allergic Reaction 116

Allergic Reaction OR ALS ED 116

EMDocs

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

He also reports associated photophobia, nausea, and a single episode of vomiting in the lobby. He denies a history of similar headaches in the past. He denies any medical history, significant family history, or recreational drug use. Vital signs: Temperature 99.5F, HR 98 bpm, BP 162/86 mmHg, RR 14 per minute, oxygen saturation 99% on room air.

E-9-1-1 86

E-9-1-1 ALS Emergency Department ED 86