Critical Care Scenarios

MAY 10, 2024

Our collaboration with Sarah Lorenzini of the Rapid Response RN podcast, discussing a case and general principles for diagnosing and managing obstructive shock. Check out the other episodes on shock in the Nurses’ Podcrawl 2024! Find us on Patreon here! Buy your merch here! Our collaboration with Sarah Lorenzini of the Rapid Response RN podcast, discussing a case and general principles for diagnosing and managing obstructive shock.

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ACEP Now

MAY 10, 2024

Chronic knee pain is common and debilitating. Patients often seek care in the emergency department (ED) setting when flares of pain affect their ability to ambulate, climb stairs, or even stand up from sitting. 1 In many cases, these patients have been dealing with pain for years and have already exhausted the standard analgesic cocktail of acetaminophen, NSAIDs, and/or topical agents.

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Handtevy

MAY 10, 2024

In the fast-paced world of emergency medical services (EMS), precision in pediatric medication dosing can mean the difference between life and death. The Monroe-Livingston Regional EMS (MLREMS) has spearheaded a transformative approach that ensures the safest and most effective treatment for our youngest patients during emergency situations. Key Insights from the 2024 Pediatric Medication Safety Report: EMS introduced the Handtevy system to help accurately dose medications for children, reducing

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ACEP Now

MAY 10, 2024

A 59-year-old man presents to your community emergency department (ED) with chest pain that is radiating to his back. His vital signs are normal and the ECG does not demonstrate a myocardial infarction. Your clinical gestalt has you suspecting an acute aortic dissection (AoD). While waiting for laboratory investigations, including troponin and d-dimer, you wonder if a quick point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) examination looking for three sonographic findings could help determine the likelihood of

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Pediatric EM Morsels

MAY 10, 2024

Children like to pretend to be grown-ups. Unfortunately, sometimes they develop grown-up problems ( Cholelithiasis , Kidney Stones , and Hypertension ). Additionally, often kids will complain of symptoms that warrant great concern in adults, but often engender apathy when considered in children. Chest Pain in Children is a great example of one of these complaints.

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ACEP Now

MAY 10, 2024

The best questions often stem from the inquisitive learner. As educators, we love—and are always humbled—by those moments when we get to say “I don’t know.” For some of these questions, you may already know the answers. For others, you may never have thought to ask the question. For all, questions, comments, concerns, and critiques are encouraged. Welcome to the Kids Korner.

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ACEP Now

MAY 10, 2024

A 9-month-old male presents to emergency department (ED) with his mother for seizure. The child was diagnosed with seizure disorder at 2 months of age and has had multiple visits to the emergency department (ED) for seizures. The child was delivered at term vaginally, with normal prenatal period and labor. Immunizations are up to date. The child drinks baby formula and has been advancing his diet using baby food.

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