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DECEMBER 11, 2023

Moreover , the patient has ongoing symptoms and has an unexplained elevated troponin, so she is having an MI and the only question is whether it is type 1 or type 2 due to hypertension. Case continued She was loaded with aspirin 325 mg, and repeat troponin drawn around the time of EKG 1 resulted at 267 ng/L. Peterson, E.

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AUGUST 18, 2023

Rose 2014) They are the most frequently prescribed class of medications in adults; however, in children they are the least frequently prescribed class , <2% of antibiotics. Hersh 2014) Fluoroquinolone Use in Children: Indications for use Let’s keep this simple, Pseudomonas ! Which is a risk of 1 event for 62.5

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JANUARY 16, 2024

” PLoS pathogens 10.11 (2014): e1004475. Manaresi, E. Pt 9 (2008): 2280. Adeno-associated virus 2 infection in children with non-A–E hepatitis. . “Host-specific parvovirus evolution in nature is recapitulated by in vitro adaptation to different carnivore species.” and Anumba, D.O., Carmichael, L.

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EMDocs

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Introduction Arterial blood gas (ABG) or venous blood gas (VBG) testing is used to assess the pH and systemic carbon dioxide tension in patients, and, therefore, provide a more complete picture of their acid-base status than an isolated basic metabolic panel (BMP) (1). However, ABGs have many drawbacks compared to VBGs.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2023

” Cambridge: Cambridge University Press 197 (1993): 9-23. Parasites & Vectors , 15 (1), pp.1-9. The Lancet Global Health , 8 (9), pp.e1186-e1194. 2014): 5117. ” Infection, Genetics and Evolution 28 (2014): 33-43. Laura Baldo, and Michael E. Wolbachia: a bug’s life in another bug.

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AUGUST 30, 2023

Epidemiology 1 to 2.4 cases per 100,000 people ( Zimmerli 2010 ) More common in males with M:F of 3:1 Rate is also increasing due to increased number of spinal procedures Typically affects adults, with most cases occurring in patients over 50 years old. Other pathogens include: E. 2009 Aug; 39(1):10-7. In: Sherman SC eds.

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JUNE 27, 2024

Abdomen : ND, NT, no guarding or rebound MSK : Tenderness to palpation over L ribs 7-9 Derm : No rashes Imaging: Image 1: Case courtesy of Miriam Leiderer, Radiopaedia.org, rID: 81468 Chest radiograph (CXR) shows new left lower lobe opacity What’s most likely diagnosis? 2022 Jul 5;328(1):57-68. 2020 Feb 12;10(1):2470.

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JUNE 14, 2023

Patellar reflexes are 1+. 1, 2, 4, 9 Organophosphates are one of many types of insecticide and are used worldwide to manage crops. 1, 2 Symmetric sensorimotor axonopathy: leg cramping to extremity weakness and paralysis. 1, 2 Sensory > Motor neurons with predilection for long axons. Muscle tone is normal.

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Don't Forget the Bubbles

MAY 29, 2023

A study of teams over a 1-year period highlights that people witnessing incivility are also affected, which could lead to individuals feeling unsupported in their teams. 2021:36:1–2, NP448–NP473 Available at. Review of Cultivating Communities of Practice: A Guide to Managing Knowledge, by Wenger E, McDermott R, Snyder WM].

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MARCH 18, 2024

The Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne summarises them in an easy-to-follow flow diagram (figure 1). Typical HUS has a diarrheal prodrome, usually caused by an infection with a Shiga-toxin-producing E. Blood tests Urine Stool Full blood count with blood film Urinalysis Stool MC&S Coagulation Urine MC&S E.

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FOAMfrat

MAY 19, 2024

While transporting to the emergency department, the patient’s mother informed me that PDCD affects less than 1 in 50,000 individuals and is more common in males than females. The patient will thank you for it; we are only human. References 1. Ostergaard E, Moller LB, Kalkanoglu-Sivri HS, et al. 2014 Feb.

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EMDocs

JUNE 7, 2023

1-5 Farmers also treat sheep for parasites using OPs and may become symptomatic after exposure, an illness called Dipper’s Flu. 8 Intermediate syndrome Occurs 1 to 5 days after acute exposure in up to 40% on individuals. 7, 9 Often have absence of excessive cholinergic stimulation. 7 May lead to respiratory failure.

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NOVEMBER 7, 2023

New England Journal of Medicine, 355(1), pp.51-65. 2014): 415-435. Nature reviews Disease primers, 1(1), pp.1-20. Craythorne, E. International journal of dermatology, 49(9), pp.978-986. Public Health Research & Practice, 32(1). British Journal of Dermatology, 178(1), pp.140-147. and John M.

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EMDocs

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

1 Clinical Questions: When should a clinician suspect diethylene glycol (DEG) toxicity? Toxicity typically evolves through three phases: 2,3,7,8,9 Phase 1: Gastrointestinal symptoms (e.g., 1 Of the 57 children, 96% had confirmed exposures to the acetaminophen-based teething medication. 1, 2010, pp. 6, 1 June 2014, pp.

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JUNE 30, 2023

E – Temp 37.2 Survival was better, both at 24 hours and six months, in the TXA group, although the primary outcome, a quality of life score at six months, called the Glasgow Outcome Scale Extended (GOS-E), was the same in both groups ( 53.7% 2014 Dec;77(6):852-8; discussion 858. 2013 Mar;17(10):1-79. PMID: 25423534.

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MARCH 11, 2024

New York, USA: The International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery, 2024 (Accessed January 9, 2024). link] Mitchell, E. Pediatric Annals, 52(1), e10–e17. References The ISPN Guide to Pediatric Neurosurgery (USA): Positional Plagiocephaly in Children Homepage. Bialocerkowski, A. Vladusic, S. L., & Wei Ng, C. Vollman, A.

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EMDocs

AUGUST 7, 2023

1 A D-dimer level can, therefore, be used as a non-specific and indirect biomarker for the presence of intravascular clotting, which may be useful in the diagnosis of VTE. 1-3 In this patient population, the NPV of a negative D-dimer level is high, such that a negative test makes further evaluation for VTE unnecessary.

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ECG & Echo Learning

OCTOBER 2, 2022

Most agents exhibit both vasopressor and inotropic effects (Figure 1). μg/kg/min Bolus : 1 mg IV every 3 to 5 min (max 0.2 mg/kg) IM: (1:1000): 0.1 mg (max 1 mg) Safe for peripheral use ++ + N/A Beta-effect more pronounced at low doses. J Cardiovasc Pharmacol Therap (2014). Alpha-effect pronounced at higher doses.

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JANUARY 10, 2024

The study asked TWO questions: 1. 3,950 children were recruited between September 2014 to May 2017. Immediate vs delayed transfusion In uncomplicated severe anaemia, immediate blood transfusion did not alter mortality at 1- or six months compared to controls. 2008;358(9):888-899. Which children should receive blood?

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

JANUARY 10, 2020

I was relieved to see this MRI result: MRI IMPRESSION 1) Mildly decreased LV function with no focal wall motion abnormalities. Learning Points: 1. Pericarditis" strikes again == MY Comment by K EN G RAUER, MD ( 1/10/2020 ): == I like this case because it proves what we know = Medicine is not 100%. Pericarditis?

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

== MY Arrhythmia Case by K EN G RAUER, MD ( 9/9/2020 ): == PREFACE: Recognition of the presence ( or absence ) of AV block is a common problem in emergency medicine. The ECG that is shown in Figure-1 was obtained from an elderly patient, who was admitted to the hospital for a fall. Is there AV block?

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ALiEM

MARCH 7, 2024

Ultrasound probes from left to right: linear (nenoates), phased array (infants/younger children), and curvilinear (older children/adolescents) Pro tips for performing renal/bladder POCUS on a child [1] Addressing potential anxiety leads to a more efficient and comfortable examination. Estimated volume = 39.2

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AAEM RSA

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

9 While these flexible tracks may help women remain in the workforce during the demanding child-rearing years, getting off track can be detrimental to career advancement and promotion, especially in comparison to men who usually start and remain in full-time service. References Bismark M, Morris J, Thomas L, Loh E, Phelps G, Dickinson H.

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AAEM RSA

AUGUST 27, 2020

1 The primary goal of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is to optimize coronary perfusion pressure and maintain systemic perfusion in order to prevent neurologic and other end-organ damage while working to achieve ROSC. Kirkegaard H, Soreide E, de Haas, I et al. De Fazio C, Skrifvars MB, Soreide E et al. 2019;23(1):1–9.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2018

A 40-something male presented with dyspnea and left arm numbness, and perhaps some chest tightness, for 1 1/2 hours. Note baseline wander in lead aVL of ECG #1. Here is his triage ECG: There is massive STE in V3-V6, and also STE in II, III, aVF. Therefore this is " Transient ST Elevation Unstable Angina." Why is this important?

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Written by Willy Frick A man in his 50s with a history of hypertension, dyslipidemia, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and prior inferior OMI status post DES to his proximal RCA 3 years prior presented to the emergency department at around 3 AM complaining of chest pain onset around 9 PM the evening prior. ECG 1 What do you think? Grines, C.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

JULY 22, 2023

A prior ECG from 1 month ago was available: The presentation ECG was interpreted as STEMI and the patient was transferred emergently to the nearest PCI center. Patients that develop a Type 1 pattern without any precipitating or provoking factors have a risk of SCD of 0.5-0.8% per year incidence of SCD in this cohort [1].

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Don't Forget the Bubbles

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Intensive Care Research , 1 (3-4), pp.60-64. 2014 May;32(5):452-6. Epub 2014 Jan 15. 2014 Oct;113(4):549-59. Epub 2014 Sep 9. Pappal RD, Roberts BW, Mohr NM, Ablordeppey E, Wessman BT, Drewry AM, Winkler W, Yan Y, Kollef MH, Avidan MS, Fuller BM. 2013 Jan;31(1):222-6. Burgart, A.M. 2014.01.002.

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JANUARY 2, 2024

2002): 1-7. Nature Reviews Endocrinology , 7 (9), pp.540-557. Endocrine reviews , 43 (1), pp.61-90. Molecular and Cellular Pediatrics , 7 (1), pp.1-9. Academic Press, 2014. Sochett, E. Annual review of biochemistry , 78 , pp.929-958. ” Annals of Anatomy-Anatomischer Anzeiger 184.1 and Glorieux, F.H.,

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JUNE 17, 2024

Here are ten things to think about: 1. Churruca K, Pavithra A, McMullan R, Urwin R, Tippett S, Cunningham N, Loh E, Westbrook J. 2014 Jun 26;23(12):653-9. 2020 Jan 1;35(1):70-6. 2023 Oct 31;21(1):403. Roche E, Jones A, Plunkett A. cognitive rehearsal techniques ). Organizational dynamics. 2020 Aug 20.

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JUNE 30, 2023

He has already climbed Ben Nevis in Scotland, visited the Gobi desert (possibly from the comfort of his parents 4 x 4, but who’s judging) and has his bronze D of E nailed. She calls out her findings: A – OK B – 1 puncture mark to the anterior left chest wall, covered with a three-sided dressing. Actively oozing.

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REBEL EM

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

1, 2 Its occurrence often portends worse outcomes in intubated patients, whose projected hospital course was already tenuous. 1, 4, 6 The overall incidence of VAP is somewhere around 5%-40% of all intubated patients, depending on the study and country from which it is reported. 4, 8 Paper: Dahyot-Fizelier, C.,

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JULY 17, 2023

You will find the list is broken down into four sections: 1.Reviews 2023 Jun 1. 2023 Jun 1 Adverse Effects of α-2 Adrenergic Agonists and Stimulants in Preschool-age Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: A Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Research Network Study. 2023 Jun 9. 2023 Jun 6:1-11. 2023 Jun 9.

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Sites: Investigators recruited patients at 31 French emergency departments at university and nonuniversity hospitals Duration : June 1, 2009 to March 31, 2015. Recurrence of pneumothorax within 1 year. Pneumothorax recurrence within 1 year: 20% for aspirations, 27% for chest tubes. Panacek, E. PMID: 20696690 Baumann, M.

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NAEMSP

APRIL 19, 2023

However, evidence emerged in the 1980’s demonstrating that calcium chloride had no effect on return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) rates, and in fact could be detrimental (Landry, Foran, & Koyfman, 2014). References: 1. Current AHA guidelines do not recommend routine use of calcium in cardiac arrest (Panchal, et al., Ramazan, K.,

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JULY 15, 2023

aureus (including MRSA), Klebsiella pneumoniae , influenzae , E. aureus (including MRSA), Klebsiella pneumoniae , influenzae , E. aureus (including MRSA), Klebsiella pneumoniae , influenzae , E. pneumoniae , S. pneumoniae , S. pneumoniae , S.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Community-acquired pneumonia Addo-Yobo E, Anh DD, El-Sayed HF, Fox LM, Fox MP, MacLeod W, et al. Addo-Yobo E, Chisaka N, Hassan M, Hibberd P, Lozano JM, Jeena P, et al. 2007 Feb 1;24(2):128–9. 2011 Jan;25(1):21–9. 2018 Jul;110:123–9. 2021 Dec;22(1):193. 2014 May;133(5):e1121-1127. Emerg Med J.

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