The Skeptics' Guide to EM

DECEMBER 17, 2022

Case: A 71-year-old man is brought to your emergency department (ED) by emergency medical serviced (EMS) having fallen two steps at home. She is also the wonderful educator that creates the Paper in a Pic infographics summarizing each SGEM episode. years ( 2 ).

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Frozen Plasma FFP Emergency Medical Services Plasma 130

AAEM RSA

APRIL 1, 2021

2,3 Here we examine some of the evidence behind the various components of MTPs, specifically calcium and factor VIIa, and the ratios in which the main products of red blood cells, plasma, and platelets should be administered. Ann Emerg Med. What is the ideal blood component ratio for massive transfusion in traumatic hemorrhage?

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E-9-1-1 Plasma ACS ALS 52

EMDocs

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The first was the suggestion to use balanced crystalloid fluids, such as lactated ringers or plasma-lyte, instead of normal saline. The patient currently resides at a skilled nursing facility. Per staff, she has been acting progressively more tired, confused, and less interactive over the last three days.

E-9-1-1 93

E-9-1-1 ALS Emergency Department Plasma 93

EMDocs

JUNE 3, 2023

Institutional protocols should be utilized, keeping in mind that either whole blood or a 1:1:1 ratio of packed red blood cells, platelets, and fresh frozen plasma are optimal. Her initial vital signs are blood pressure 76/54 mmHg, heart rate 128 bpm, temperature 37.0˚

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ED Operating Room ALS Frozen Plasma 66