Dr. Smith's ECG Blog
JUNE 27, 2024
By Sofiya Diurba MD, reviewed by Meyers, Grauer A woman in her 50s with PMH known RBBB and prior syncopal events presents to the ED for five syncopal events over the last 24 hours. Each event is associated with a prodrome of mild substernal CP, SOB, and “brain fog.” EMS reports intermittent sinus tachycardia and bradycardia secondary to some type of heart block during transport.
EMOttawa
JUNE 27, 2024
For decades, “spinal immobilization”, or spinal motion restriction (SMR) using backboards and cervical collars has been a “cornerstone of EMS protocols, aimed at minimizing secondary spinal cord injuries during trauma patient management. Originating in the 1960s, this practice was propelled by anecdotal evidence and early case reports suggesting that un-immobilized cervical spine injuries could worsen […] The post Spinal Immobilization: a Twisted Tale appeared first on EM
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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog
JUNE 27, 2024
A patient had a cardiac arrest with ventricular fibrillation and was successfully defibrillated. Here was his initial ED ECG: Formal interpretation by interventional cardiologist: There is "Non-diagnostic" ST Elevation in V2-V4 and aVL. Therefore, according to ACC/AHA guidelines based on the COACT and TOMAHAWK trials, this patient should not go emergently to angiography.
St. Emlyn's
JUNE 27, 2024
St.Emlyn's - Emergency Medicine #FOAMed The latest St Emlyn's monthly podcast with all the best from the blog in May 2024. The post Podcast – May 2024 Monthly Round Up – RCEM conference highlights, being EPIC and more appeared first on St.Emlyn's.
SSCOR
JUNE 27, 2024
Nasopharyngeal and nasotracheal suctioning are safe, effective alternatives to oral suctioning, especially for patients with oral obstructions such as loose dentures or patients who are unable to cooperate with oral suctioning. Though the procedures are similar, nasotracheal suctioning requires deeper penetration. Here’s what you need to know about these two important interventions.
Paramedics World
JUNE 27, 2024
As more and more highly potent and lethal batches of opioids hit the streets, it’s becoming abundantly clear that the need for high-dosage naloxone is at a critical high. Zimhi… The post Zimhi Injectable Naloxone Is High Dosage but Less Popular Than Inhalers appeared first on Paramedics World.
EMDocs
JUNE 27, 2024
Author: Kyle Smiley, MD (EM Resident Physician / San Antonio, TX); Jon athan Henderson, MD (PEM Attending, Washington, DC) Rachel Bridwell, MD (EM Attending Physician, Charlotte, NC) // Reviewed by: Alex Koyfman, MD (@EMHighAK, EM Attending Physician, UTSW / Parkland Memorial Hospital); Brit Long, MD (@long_brit, EM Attending Physician, San Antonio, TX) Welcome to emDOCs revamp!
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Paramedics World
JUNE 27, 2024
As more and more highly potent and lethal batches of opioids hit the streets, it’s becoming abundantly clear that the need for high-dosage naloxone is at a critical high. Zimhi… The post Zimhi Injectable Naloxone Is High Dosage but Less Popular Than Inhalers appeared first on Paramedics World.
Paramedics World
JUNE 27, 2024
Automated liquid handling is key for many scientific and industry procedures. It guarantees exact and effective liquid distribution. Quality control along with validation are important parts of automated liquid handling… The post Quality Control and Validation in Automated Liquid Handling appeared first on Paramedics World.
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