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Neurogenic Shock in Children

Pediatric EM Morsels

Definition A series of hemodynamic changes related to autonomic denervation and loss of sympathetic tone. Negative E-FAST and no signs of long bone injuries should raise concern for neurogenic shock in the hypotensive trauma patient with suspected spinal injury. Alpha 1 agonists are necessary to maintain appropriate blood pressure.

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Post-Tonsillectomy Hemorrhage: ReBaked Morsel

Pediatric EM Morsels

Since tonsillectomy is one of the most common pediatric surgeries in the US (~500,000 per year) and the rate of post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage is about 1-5% , it is a good idea that we all are familiar with how to manage this issue! 2020 Sep;38(9):1943. Rohe E, Gresham M, Rohde R, Cass L, Brinkmeier JV, Childers A. 2020.01.042.

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EM@3AM: Bacterial Tracheitis

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to 1 case per 100,000 children. 2][3] Definitive diagnosis is made by laryngoscopy or bronchoscopy showing normal or mildly erythematous epiglottis and an erythematous, edematous trachea with thick mucopurulent exudates. [3] 2][3][9] Glucocorticoid were not shown to alter clinical course or patient outcomes. [2][3]

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Anaphylaxis, chest pain, and ST elevation in aVR

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

In the ED he received methylprednisolone, diphenhydramine, and epinephrine for possible anaphylaxis. Shortly after receiving epinephrine, the patient developed new leg cramps and chest pain. ST depression will not always be present in 9/12 leads — as is seen in Figure-1.

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A Seven-Step Approach to Massive Hemoptysis

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The definition of massive hemoptysis is variable across publications with expectorated blood volumes ranging from 100 to 1,000 mL per 24 hours, as these volumes are difficult to estimate for any given patient. or 9 size endotracheal tube to allow for bronchoscopy and/or endobronchial blocker placement whenever necessary.

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A woman in her 70s with bradycardia and hypotension

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

At about 30 minutes after presentation, the patient had acceptable vital signs with the TVP and low dose epinephrine drip. Another ECG was obtained during pacing: Mostly paced rhythm with PVCs (#3, #6, #9, #12). Figure-1: ECG #1 — recorded by EMS on the scene ( See text ). mm STE with 9.5

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TEG-Guided Resuscitation of Patients with Cirrhosis and Non-Variceal Bleeding

REBEL EM

2020;71(1):235-246. Plt 37×10^9/L and 40×10^9/L, SOC and TEG, respectively) All patients enrolled had an upper endoscopy and verified the source of bleeding. Article: Kumar M et al. Thromboelastography-Guided Blood Component Use in Patients With Cirrhosis With Nonvariceal Bleeding: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

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