Emergency Medicine Cases

APRIL 23, 2024

In this month's EM Quick Hits podcast: Justin Morgenstern on the first RCT of high dose nitroglycerin in SCAPE, Andrew Neill on Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta (REBOA) indications and evidence, Brit Long on indications for CT in suspected diverticulitis, Tahara Bhate on Central Retinal Artery Occlusion (CRAO) and diagnostic error, Matthew McArthur on penicillin allergy labels, myths and penicillin challenges, and Susan Lu on how ED physician personality influences patie

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EMergucate

APRIL 23, 2024

The following ECG is from an 80-year-old man who has been referred by his GP with worsening renal failure. He has a history of atrial fibrillation with bradycardia, for which he has a pacemaker.

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NVFC

APRIL 23, 2024

By Brian Focht Practical tips for diversity, equity, and inclusion in your community April is Autism Awareness Month, but many people are aware of Autism every day. I became one of those for whom autism isn’t just a word but a reality when my son was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in 2003. Our family is far from alone – in 2023, the CDC reported that approximately 1 in 36 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with ASD.

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EMergucate

APRIL 23, 2024

The following elbow x-ray is from a child with elbow pain post FOOSH injury. What can be seen?

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EMS 130

NVFC

APRIL 23, 2024

On February 5, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to modernize the agency’s “Fire Brigades” standard with a proposed new “Emergency Response Standard.” This NPRM’s publication triggered the beginning of a public comment period that is scheduled to conclude June 21, 2024. Anyone, organization or individual, is encouraged to submit comments to OSHA during this this public comment period (ignore the May 6 deadline as it has been

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St. Emlyn's

APRIL 23, 2024

St.Emlyn's - Emergency Medicine #FOAMed This month we hacve two podcasts covering our recent posts on top 10 resuscitation papers. This blog covers the first 5 papers. Part 2 will be out later in the […] The post Top papers podcast 2023/24. St Emlyn’s appeared first on St.Emlyn's.

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NVFC

APRIL 23, 2024

It’s National Volunteer Week , and the NVFC extends our thanks to all of the volunteer firefighters, EMS providers, rescue workers, and support personnel who make our communities better every day. This is a great week to recognize the work of the volunteers in your department as well as plan initiatives for supporting your membership and recruiting more volunteers.

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Firefighter First Responder EMS 111

The Overrun Podcast

APRIL 23, 2024

In this episode, Dr. Ken Milne discusses two studies related to emergency medicine. The first study examines the use of small adult ventilation bags in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. The study found that small bags were associated with a lower rate of return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) compared to standard bags. However, this was an observational study and more research is needed to draw definitive conclusions.

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NVFC

APRIL 23, 2024

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and now is a great time to remind your community to stay alert when driving, avoid distractions, and slow down and move over when passing emergency scenes. Utilize these videos and find additional resources from EndDD.org and ResponderSafety.com. Also make sure your responders are best prepared to manage a roadway incident.

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NVFC

APRIL 23, 2024

Join the NVFC’s Dr. Candice McDonald, Joel Cerny, and Paul Acosta for a R&R Coffee Talk on April 27 at 2pm ET to discuss 5 Tips for Recruiting and Retaining Diverse Populations. Learn why diversity is important, how it strengthens our ability to respond effectively to emergencies, strategies for reaching out to and engaging diverse communities, and ways to ensure that your department is inclusive and welcoming to all.

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NVFC

APRIL 23, 2024

The NVFC and MSA Safety have teamed up to offer NVFC members who are volunteer firefighters four chances to win a MSA Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet in 2024. The helmet showcases the iconic traditional design with innovative features that address today’s fire service needs. One recipient will be selected after each entry period. The first entry period is now open, but hurry – the deadline to enter is April 30.

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Firefighter 52

NVFC

APRIL 23, 2024

The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation will hold the annual Memorial Weekend on May 4-5 to honor 226 firefighters who died in the line of duty. While the service will take place at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Emmitsburg, MD, there are many ways to honor the fallen. Visit the Memorial Weekend web site here to learn more and to live stream the May 4 Candlelight Service and May 5 Memorial Service.

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Firefighter 52

NVFC

APRIL 23, 2024

Many fire and EMS departments across the nation are struggling to find new members. This NVFC course walks through the recruitment challenges departments are facing and offers ideas and solutions to help overcome these challenges and attract new members. Take it free for a limited time in the NVFC Virtual Classroom. The post Volunteer Recruitment for the Emergency Services appeared first on National Volunteer Fire Council.

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EMS 52

NVFC

APRIL 23, 2024

MSA Safety, DuPont Personal Protection, and the NVFC annually team up to provide volunteer fire departments in need with state-of-the-art turnout gear and helmets. In 2024, a total of 52 sets of gear and helmets will be awarded to 13 departments. To be eligible, the department must be over 50% volunteer, serve a population of 25,000 or less, be legally organized in the U.S. or Canada, and the person applying or department chief must be an NVFC member.

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