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Penetrating chest trauma

Don't Forget the Bubbles

a) A balanced ratio of 1:1:1 (platelets: FFP: packed red cells) The PROPPR trial showed us that balanced ratios are important. b) A balanced ratio of 1: 1:2 (platelets: FFP: packed red cells) The PROPPR trial showed us that balanced ratios are important. And blood comes out. Quite quickly. Time to get a transfusion started.

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ED care of refugee populations from sub-Saharan Africa

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link] Hummell AC, Cummings M. Severe malaria management. 84 Adapted from: World Health Organization (WHO). WHO Guidelines for Malaria.; Accessed June 11, 2023. Accessed October 5, 2024. link] Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.). History and Physical: Refugee Health Domestic Guidance.; Accessed October 5, 2024. 2022;37(1):41-49.

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