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Diabetes Mellitus: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Managing, and Thriving

Paramedics World

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on Diabetes Mellitus – a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, have a loved one facing this challenge, or simply… The post Diabetes Mellitus: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Managing, and Thriving appeared first on Paramedics World.

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EMCrit Expert Rounds 1 – Gita Pensa on Doctors and Litigation

EMCrit Project

Getting sued in the maelstrom that is the US malpractice system is horrible!! Let's talk about how to make it better. EMCrit Project by Scott Weingart, MD FCCM.

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By the Hammer of Thora: Pleural Effusions in the ED (part 1)

EMOttawa

Assessing patients with pleural effusions in the emergency department (ED) can be challenging and unclear. This is largely due to the lack of guidelines around pleural effusions in the ED. In this post, I’ve tried to highlight some key information about an approach to patients presenting with a new pleural effusion. This is not all-encompassing, […] The post By the Hammer of Thora: Pleural Effusions in the ED (part 1) appeared first on EMOttawa Blog.

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Postpartum Hemorrhage: The Chapter We Skipped.

FOAMfrat

Alright, picture this: you are sitting at work waiting for the next call, when the crew working opposite of you returns from an incident. The other crew walks into the lounge to join you, but you notice they have a look of solemn defeat on their face. When you ask them what’s wrong they tell you they just cared for a female with postpartum hemorrhage, and they had no idea what to do.

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What Care Is Needed After Intubation?

SSCOR

Intubation forms a cornerstone of advanced airway management, giving patients oxygen in both emergencies and the surgical suite, in addition to providing long-term breathing support for critically ill patients. Patients will need both immediate and longer-term support following intubation, regardless of the reason for the procedure. Monitoring patients during intubation and providing appropriate follow-up care and support can improve outcomes as well as quality of life.

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Hypothyroidism Explained: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Paramedics World

Are you feeling tired, gaining weight unexpectedly, or struggling with infertility? You might be experiencing symptoms of hypothyroidism. This common yet often misunderstood condition can wreak havoc on your body… The post Hypothyroidism Explained: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment appeared first on Paramedics World.