EMDocs

AUGUST 31, 2023

Background Crotalidae ovine polyvalent immune F(ab) (CroFab®) is the most widely available crotalid antivenom in the United States and is approved for severe crotalid envenomation with severe or progressive localized symptoms, systemic toxicity, and signs of hematologic toxicity on labs. Table 1: Comparison of F(ab) and F(ab’) 2 antivenoms.

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Allergic Reaction Plasma ALS EMS 97

REBEL EM

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The overall incidence of biphasic reactions is unknown with rates quoted from < 0.5% This varied incidence can be due to inconsistent definitions or inclusion of mild reactions. Since half of biphasic reactions occur within the first 6-12 hrs ( Lee 2014 ) physicians often choose an observation time of 4-6 hrs. Read More: 1.

Epinephrine 81

Epinephrine Allergic Reaction Emergency Department Emergency Manager 81

REBEL EM

JANUARY 23, 2023

Background: Diphenhydramine, a first-generation antihistamine, is the most common pharmacologic agent used to treat acute allergic reactions. antibiotics, NSAIDs) Acute urticaria with angioedema or anaphylaxis provided that urticaria was still present after initial treatment and alleviation of anaphylaxis symptoms.

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Allergic Reaction ED E-9-1-1 Emergency Department 52

NCOAE

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The suicide rate among emergency medical service (EMS) professionals rose a shocking 38 percent since 2009, according to a study published in the Western Journal of Emergency Medicine. In addition, we should all be working together to improve the situation for EMS professionals. What’s the solution?

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EMS EMT EMT Allergic Reaction 52

EMDocs

JANUARY 3, 2024

10 This procedure has well-described rare complications including infection, blood loss, allergic reaction, arrhythmia, pneumothorax if approaching via the internal jugular vein, embolization of the device, and pulmonary artery perforation or dissection. Optivol TM , measures thoracic impedance through an ICD or CRT-D device.

Defibrillator 114

Defibrillator Allergic Reaction ED ALS 114

TIMER

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

EMS workers saving accident victims or tending to a patient experiencing a medical emergency. EMT courses, NYC or paramedic level certifications are held by the majority of EMS personnel. Thinking about the paramedic vs. EMT debate? It’s not just you. Both perform their work in a range of capacities and healthcare environments.

EMT 40

EMT EMT Paramedic Emergency Medical Technician 40

EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

This information is crucial in avoiding allergic reactions, especially when administering emergency treatments. The SAMPLE history is a mnemonic acronym used by EMTs to remember the key questions they need to ask patients to gather crucial information. Provocation/Palliation : What makes the pain better or worse?

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EMT EMT Emergency Medical Services Allergic Reaction 96

REBEL EM

AUGUST 3, 2023

This practice is both resource and time intensive thus limiting the number of people who can actually have their penicillin allergy removed from their chart. A rapid, safe approach to confirming or refuting allergies is needed. Paper: Copaescu AM et al. randomization) as per protocol (i.e. randomization) as per protocol (i.e.

Allergic Reaction 52

Allergic Reaction OR ALS Emergency Department 52

EMDocs

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Authors: Mary Hamblen, DO (EM Resident Physician, TX); Justin Hacnik, MD (EM Resident Physician, TX); Katherine Spencer, MD (EM Resident Physician, TX); J.D. 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.

E-9-1-1 105

E-9-1-1 ALS Emergency Department ED 105

EMDocs

JANUARY 25, 2025

Well keep it short, while you keep that EM brain sharp. A previously healthy 23-year-old male with no medical or surgical history presents to the ED with generalized malaise and no energy, progressively getting worse over the last six weeks. 10^9/L) Moderate (0.50.9 10^9/L) Severe (< 0.5 10^9/L) Generalized leukopenia (i.e.

E-9-1-1 96

E-9-1-1 EMS Allergic Reaction ED 96

Pediatric EM Morsels

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Not an allergic reaction. The post Gianotti-Crosti Syndrome in Children appeared first on Pediatric EM Morsels. Can occur in adolescents and even adults. Has been known to occur following immunizations. Good to anticipate to avoid any additional cause of vaccine hesitancy. Not tender. Pediatr Dermatol. 2016 Sep;33(5):488-92.

Allergic Reaction 164

Allergic Reaction Emergency Department OR EMS 164