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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

MARCH 1, 2023

Sent by anonymous, written by Pendell Meyers A man in his late 40s presented to the ED with concern for allergic reaction after accidentally eating a potential allergen, then developing an itchy full body rash and diarrhea. In the ED he received methylprednisolone, diphenhydramine, and epinephrine for possible anaphylaxis.

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TIMER

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

This includes providing life-saving epinephrine to a patient having an allergic reaction, splinting a patient’s wounds following a car accident, or even performing CPR on a person experiencing cardiac arrest. Thinking about the paramedic vs. EMT debate? It’s not just you. It never gets dull!

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Chicago EMT Training

JANUARY 5, 2023

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TIMER

MAY 11, 2022

Medical emergencies can vary, from heart attack to accidents to allergic reactions and more. Having to deal with a medical emergency can be scary and dangerous, even if you’re not the one suffering from the condition or injury at hand. What are the different types of medical emergencies? Who can help you in an emergency?

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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.

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REBEL EM

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The STREAM-1 trial found that for [2] patients with STEMI presenting within 3 hours of symptom onset and unable to attain PCI within 1 hour of first medical contact, a pharmaco-invasive strategy resulted in similar rates of death, shock, heart failure, or reinfarction compared to primary PCI. Paper: Van de Werf, F et al.

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EMDocs

JUNE 8, 2024

Dilation of conjunctival vessels resulting in hyperemia and edema (A) is the underlying pathophysiology of conjunctivitis, which can be brought on by infection or allergic reaction. Answer : Traumatic Iritis Epidemiology: There are approximately 55 million eye injuries worldwide annually. [1] Incidence is 12 in 100,000 in the U.S. [2].

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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. But as shocking as that statistic is, it should come as no surprise. You may start the week working Monday and Tuesday and then have Wednesday and Thursday off.

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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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EMDocs

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Hypersensitivity reaction to a GLP-1 agonist, type 1 diabetes mellitus, and pregnancy. Hypersensitivity/dermatologic: GLP-1 agonists are synthetic peptides; may lead to antibody formation and allergic reaction/injection site reaction. Reactions are usually minor: transient warmth, pruritis at injection site that resolves.

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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.

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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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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.

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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).

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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.

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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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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.

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