Wed.Aug 09, 2023

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PEM POCUS Series: Pediatric Lung Ultrasound

ALiEM

Read this tutorial on the use of point of care ultrasonography (POCUS) for pediatric lung ultrasound. Then test your skills on the ALiEMU course page to receive your PEM POCUS badge worth 2 hours of ALiEMU course credit. Take the ALiEMU PEM POCUS: Pediatric Lung Ultrasound Quiz Module Goals List indications for performing a pediatric lung point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS).

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TIRBO #41: Tissue compression and elasticity during procedures

Critical Care Scenarios

Dealing with the good and bad aspects of tissue mobility during percutaneous procedures. Dealing with the good and bad aspects of tissue mobility during percutaneous procedures.

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Subclinical hypothyroidism

Don't Forget the Bubbles

You’ve sent some bloods on a child with lethargy. Their free T4 is normal but their TSH is raised. What does this mean? Do they have subclinical hypothyroidism? Subclinical hypothyroidism is a hormonal condition. Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) serum levels are raised, while free T4 (FT4) values are normal. We’ll use some cases to think about the different causes of subacute hypothyroidism, but first, let’s explore what it is.

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Portable and Radiation-Free Imaging with Magnetic Nanoparticles

Medgadget

Researchers at the University of Würzburg in Germany have developed a portable scanner that is the first to be able to image humans using Magnetic Particle Imaging (MPI). The technology could provide a radiation-free alternative to techniques such as X-ray fluoroscopy and digital subtraction angiography for minimally invasive endovascular procedures, and is well suited for viewing processes such as blood flow.

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CPSE – FirstWatch Webinar: Fire Operations and Accreditation Monitoring and Reporting

FirstWatch

View Recording The FirstWatch Fire Operations Analytics/Accreditation Module (FOAM) is now well established as a leader in fire operations management information and Accreditation effort support. It continues to evolve, and we are excited to share some of our new geo-spatial reporting options. These enhancements increase your ability to analyze and present accurate and verifiable data that produce consistent and credible management information based upon the accreditation requirements of CFAI an

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Light-Activated Hydrogel Thickens, Reshapes Thinning Cornea

Medgadget

Researchers at the University of Ottawa have developed a light-activated hydrogel treatment for corneal disease. Many of the people who suffer from corneal disease, which can include corneal thinning, are not suitable for a corneal transplant, and obtaining transplants is a challenge for those who are. This technology is intended to assist with thickening and reshaping the cornea, and it may pave the way for an alternative to transplants in the future.

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Tenecteplase for Suspected Pulmonary Embolism During Cardiac Arrest

University of Maryland Department of Emergency Med

ACLS guidelines state that thrombolytics may be considered for suspected pulmonary embolism during cardiac arrest. There is limited data su.

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