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Tranq dope (fentanyl-xylazine combination): A new horizon in opioid withdrawal treatment

ALiEM

Due in large part to the proliferation of anonymous chemical factories able to produce industrial volumes of inexpensive synthetic opioids without opium or other controlled precursors, fentanyl spilled into the United States, Canada, and Europe, heroin soon fell to market forces [1, 2]. Some patients require re-dosing in the ED.

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September 2023 News from the College

ACEP Now

9—Kickoff Party with a speakeasy theme at the Old Reading Terminal Oct. Check Out This New Opioids Education Series from E-QUAL ACEP’s Emergency Quality Network (E-QUAL) is serving up some fresh educational content as part of its Opioid Initiative. 8—NFL Watch Party featuring the Dallas Cowboys vs. the San Francisco 49ers Oct.

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emDOCs Revamp – Acute Chest Syndrome

EMDocs

An 8-year old male with a history of sickle cell anemia presents to the ED for evaluation of fever for 2 days and “feeling like I can’t get a full breath”. 2 mcg/kg, max 100 mcg) while obtaining IV access 20 IV/IM ketorolac (1 mg/kg, max 15 mg) Morphine (05-0.1 2022 Jul 5;328(1):57-68. C or 100.4 mg/kg, max 0.4 C or 100.4

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ToxCard: Naloxone – Pearls and Pitfalls

EMDocs

In the field, he was given 4 mg intranasal (IN) naloxone and rescue breaths via bag valve mask. In the ED, he develops recurrent respiratory depression and hypoxia to 80%. He is administered 2mg intravenous (IV) naloxone and shortly after develops precipitated withdrawal with altered mental status, diaphoresis, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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Sickle Cell Disease Module

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Figure 1: Clinical manifestations and long-term consequences of sickle cell disease Training and education on sickle cell disease: Training and education are crucial to improve morbidity and mortality. with thanks A 15-month-old Kenyan boy presents to ED with right hand swelling. Blood culture is pending.

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An EM Resident’s Guide to Basic Airway Management

Core EM

While this guide isnt exhaustive, its designed by residents, for residents, to provide practical tips and foundational knowledge thats crucial in the fast-paced, high-stakes environment of the ED. Introduction Airway management is a critical ED skill to master. Just the uvula but not the pillars, class 2.

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