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Lightning rounds 37: Weaning the deliriosedated patient (SCCM roundup)

Critical Care Scenarios

A roundup of opinions from attendees at SCCM’s 2024 Critical Care Congress in Phoenix on strategies for rescuing the patient stuck in a loop of deep sedation and agitation. Thanks to Pat Posa, Martha Roberts, Juliana Barr, Kelly Drumright, and Ben Lassow for their input. Resources A roundup of opinions from attendees at SCCM’s 2024 Critical Care Congress in Phoenix on strategies for rescuing the patient stuck in a loop of deep sedation and agitation.

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Navigating Healthcare Technology: How to Recognize Quality Solutions

Pulsara

On any given day, healthcare providers interact with many forms of technology. Communication apps, EHRs, ePCRs, patient portals, and digital health trackers are just a few of the types of technology designed to make life easier for clinicians. From fostering better communication to digitizing patient information, mobile technology platforms are intended to help medical professionals in a number of areas.

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Systemic Failure

EMS 20/20

Each and everyone of Chris' triggers are pulled in this harrowing tale of herding cats. A severely injured/ejected patient is treated by a severely injured system. and the result is. not great. Each and everyone of Chris' triggers are pulled in this harrowing tale of herding cats. A severely injured/ejected patient is treated by a severely injured system. and the result is. not great.

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A 40-something with 2 hours of new active chest pain and new T-wave inversion

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

A 41-year-old male who presents to the emergency department with chest pain. Patient reports approximately 2 hours prior to arrival he developed a sharp chest pain that radiates into his left arm and left lower leg. Describes the radiating pain as numbness/tingling. No shortness of breath. No recent travel. No cough. No cardiac history. Here is his ECG: He had a previous ECG on file, from many years prior: What do you think?

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Ninth Brain: Unleashing Power-Packed Features with Open API, Single Sign-On, and Advanced Tools!

American Ambulance Association

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE In the ever-evolving landscape of workforce management, Ninth Brain emerges as a pioneering force, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that prioritize cutting-edge technology, user-friendly features, and steadfast […] The post Ninth Brain: Unleashing Power-Packed Features with Open API, Single Sign-On, and Advanced Tools!

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Genitourinary symptoms in younger children

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Topic Paediatric Genitourinary Presentations Author Helena Winstanley and Tara George Duration Up to 2 hrs Facilitator Level ST4 and above Learner level FY1 and above (can be adapted depending on the level) Outline Pre-reading Basics Case 1 Case 1: Discussion Case 2 Case 2: Discussion Advanced Case 1 Advanced Case 1: Discussion Advanced Case 2 Advanced Case 2: Discussion Quiz Basics (10 mins) Main session : (2 x 15 minute) case discussion covering the key points and evidence including an optiona

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