Don't Forget the Bubbles

AUGUST 2, 2023

Pro-inflammatory states may also play a role, as patients with CRPS have significantly higher levels of plasma cytokines and chemokines. What is Complex Regional Pain Syndrome? CRPS is distinguished from other chronic pain conditions by the presence of signs indicating prominent autonomic and inflammatory changes in the region of pain.

MPD 98

MPD ALS Plasma OR 98

EMDocs

JULY 13, 2024

Evaluate for retained products of conception as etiology Diagnosis Diagnosis of endometritis with at least two of the following: 8 Fever >100.4F Evaluate for retained products of conception as etiology Diagnosis Diagnosis of endometritis with at least two of the following: 8 Fever >100.4F

EMS 64

EMS E-9-1-1 Plasma OR 64

EMDocs

AUGUST 31, 2023

However, in 2015 crotalidae equine immune F(ab’) 2 (ANAVIP®) was approved by the FDA for rattlesnake envenomations, and distribution of this antivenom began in 2018. Plasma half-life of the F(ab’) 2 antivenom is significantly longer at 5.5 5 Figure 1. Table 1: Comparison of F(ab) and F(ab’) 2 antivenoms.

Allergic Reaction 72

Allergic Reaction Plasma ALS EMS 72

EMDocs

JULY 19, 2023

However, in extreme cases with highly toxic levels, one could consider plasma exchange if no other suitable alternative exists. She first noticed herself bumping into walls but attributed it to being absent-minded or not paying enough attention to where she was going.

ACS 66

ACS Plasma OR ED 66

EMDocs

JUNE 12, 2024

Two randomized controlled trials by Moore et al found that prehospital plasma administration in trauma patients is associated with hypoCa (53% vs 36%). Why is calcium important in trauma or critical illness? The normal concentration of ionized Ca is between 1.1 mmol/L to 1.3 How does this impact the prehospital environment? 2011;39(1):46-54.

ALS 89

ALS FFP Plasma Emergency Department 89

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

DECEMBER 17, 2022

The transfusion tech calls to remind you that your protocol is currently under review, and asks if would you like the 1:1 or the 1:3 version of fresh-frozen plasma (FFP) to packed red blood cells (pRBC)? Noting with some relief that at least he isn’t anticoagulated, you activate the hospital massive transfusion protocol. years ( 2 ).

Frozen Plasma 130

Frozen Plasma FFP Emergency Medical Services Plasma 130

EMDocs

JUNE 3, 2023

Introduction The pelvic ring is made up of the bony ilium, ischium, pubis, and sacrum, which are held together with ligaments. Pelvic fractures can involve disruptions in any of the bony or ligamentous structures of the pelvic ring. Due to the round shape of the pelvic ring, multiple fractures typically occur concurrently.

ED 54

ED Operating Room ALS Frozen Plasma 54

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JULY 5, 2023

SCD, therefore, is not only a mechanical disease but there are also many other cellular and plasma factors as well as endothelial interaction that generate chronic inflammation. In addition, free haem and haemoglobin contribute to the vascular damage. Blood film shows sickle cells and a further sample was sent for confirmation of diagnosis.

E-9-1-1 126

E-9-1-1 ACS OR ICU 126