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This exploration of LLMs in the emergency department is a bit unique in its conceptualization. While most demonstrations of generative AI applied to the ED involve summarization of records, digital scribing, or composing discharge letters, this attempts clinical decision-support. That is to say, rather than attempting to streamline or deburden clinicians from some otherwise time-intensive task, the LLM here taps into its ability to act as a generalized prediction engine – and tries its hand at p
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In the emergency department (ED), physicians face the challenge of making rapid decisions that can significantly impact patient outcomes. These decisions often require a balance between clinical acumen and an open-minded approach, particularly in cases where symptoms could point to both mental health crises and physical health issues. A recent encounter highlights the critical importance of avoiding diagnostic anchoring, especially in patients of color, those who present with mental health crise
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Spence, Chris, and the host of Nine One One Nonsense SAMANTHA BRAWLEY take on a critical care transport that was cold from the get go. The fish truly rots from the head as a doctor sends a patient on the wrong medication and leaves a crew with no alternatives. Spence, Chris, and the host of Nine One One Nonsense SAMANTHA BRAWLEY take on a critical care transport that was cold from the get go.
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Editor's Note: In August 2024, EMS1 and Fitch & Associates released their annual EMS t rend survey, What Paramedics Want, proudly sponsored by Pulsara. Because the articles and advice found within contain such critical subject matter, we've elected to publish each segment one at a time here on our blog. Read, enjoy, share, and take to heart the following information brought to you by the most prestigious thought leaders in EMS.
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