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Chiropractic Subluxation Theory: Science or Gobbledegook?

Science Based Medicine

Many chiropractors continue to claim that vertebral subluxations can affect organ function by interfering with nerve flow in spinal nerves, a view that is scientifically indefensible. The post Chiropractic Subluxation Theory: Science or Gobbledegook? first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Images in Emergency Medicine Competition: A Showcase of Diversity and Representation

Canadian EM

?Calling all photography enthusiasts and advocates for diverse representation in healthcare!? What it is: A first-ever CAEP photography competition designed to promote equity, representation, and inclusivity in emergency medicine education by showcasing images that reflect the diversity of healthcare providers and patients in Canada. Accepted photographs will be showcased in CAEP’s new open access Images in Emergency Medicine webpage.

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EM Quick Hits 54 Button Battery Ingestion, C. difficile, ECG in Tox, Bed Bugs, Fibrinogen in Trauma, Cold Air for Croup

Emergency Medicine Cases

Olivia Ostrow on the management of button battery ingestions, Brit Long on C difficile infection, Jesse McLaren on an approach to ECG's in the tox patient, Joe Mullally on the identification and treatment of bed bug bites, Andrew Petrosoniak on fibrinogen replacement in bleeding trauma patients, Justin Morganstern on Cold Air for Croup. The post EM Quick Hits 54 Button Battery Ingestion, C. difficile, ECG in Tox, Bed Bugs, Fibrinogen in Trauma, Cold Air for Croup appeared first on Emergency Medi

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Fire department helmets: engineering and design for safety

Emergency Live

An In-Depth Look at Essential Firefighter Gear Technology and Materials in Helmet Manufacturing Firefighter helmets are designed to provide maximum protection in extreme conditions. The materials used in their construction, such as thermoplastic or fiberglass, are chosen for their ability to protect firefighters in high heat situations. Fiberglass, for example, is composed of thermosetting resins […] The post Fire department helmets: engineering and design for safety appeared first on Emer

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emDOCs Podcast – Episode 93: BRASH Syndrome

EMDocs

Today on the emDOCs cast we cover BRASH syndrome and what you need to know regarding diagnosis and treatment. Episode 93: BRASH syndrome Background: Brash syndrome has 5 components: bradycardia, renal failure, AV nodal blocker, shock, hyperkalemia. Patients at risk of renal insufficiency are the primary population, as well as those on certain medications: AV nodal blockers : any of this class but specifically atenolol, nadolol, labetalol ACE-I and ARBS : increase risk of hyperkalemia and renal d

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Understanding and intervening in stroke cases

Emergency Live

A Guide to Stroke Symptoms and Actions to Take Recognizing Stroke Signs: Symptoms Not to Ignore A stroke, or cerebrovascular accident, is a serious medical condition that occurs when the blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, depriving the brain tissues of oxygen and nutrients. Stroke symptoms can vary depending […] The post Understanding and intervening in stroke cases appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Personal Stories From Nurse Life on the Road: How Adina Love Lives Up to Her Name

Core Medical Group

Adina Love is a CoreMedical Group travel nurse who lives in Indiana with her husband and two kids. Once a well-paid factory worker who could predict her days down to the hour, Adina’s career took a turn when she experienced a layoff. Having been a hospice volunteer where she ultimately served for 11 years, Adina applied her compassion and commitment to patient care to the next level by diving into nursing school at age 36.

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EarLy Exercise in patients with Chest Trauma (ELECT) Trial: an honest account of running my first trial

RCEM Learning

Prof. Ceri Battle, Honorary Professor in Trauma and Emergency Care and Consultant Critical Care Physiotherapist, Swansea University Applying for a grant during the second wave of a global pandemic, to complete my first multi-centre, randomised controlled trial (RCT) was never going to be my brightest idea. But I wanted to continue with my research work, improving the care of patients with blunt chest trauma.

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Radiotherapy: a milestone in the fight against cancer

Emergency Live

From Origins to Modern Oncological Treatment Techniques Radiation therapy, commonly known as radiotherapy, is a fundamental treatment in the field of oncology. It uses focused radiation to destroy or damage cancer cells, thus preventing cancer from growing and spreading. Various forms of radiotherapy utilize different types of radiation, such as X-rays, electron beams, gamma rays, […] The post Radiotherapy: a milestone in the fight against cancer appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Glossary of AI Definitions

Life in the Fast Lane

Sheralyn Guilleminot and Mike Cadogan Glossary of AI Definitions Glossary of essential AI terms vital for understanding and engaging with AI in healthcare, including AI, algorithms, machine learning, and more.

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Cold weather puts our defenses at risk: here's how

Emergency Live

Understanding the Link Between Low Temperatures and Respiratory Infection Risk The Invisible Threat of Cold Recent studies, including those from Harvard Medical School and Northeastern University, have highlighted how a drop in temperatures can significantly compromise our immune system, especially against viruses and bacteria. A decrease of just 5 degrees in the internal nasal temperature […] The post Cold weather puts our defenses at risk: here's how appeared first on Emergency Live

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AI Glossary of terms

Life in the Fast Lane

Sheralyn Guilleminot and Mike Cadogan AI Glossary of terms Glossary of essential AI terms vital for understanding and engaging with AI in healthcare, including AI, algorithms, machine learning, and more.

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Unleashing the potential of social media in human-centric healthcare

NRC Health

You may not immediately see the connection between running ultramarathons in the mountains and leading a product innovation team, but to Jon Tanner, Product Leader, the parallels are obvious. Both involve setting ambitious goals, overcoming obstacles, and finding fulfillment in testing limits. The post Unleashing the potential of social media in human-centric healthcare appeared first on NRC Health.

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Approach to Unhoused Patients Presenting to the Emergency Department with a History of Opioid Use Disorder

Canadian EM

Editor’s Note: This is part 2 of a 2-part series on homelessness. Check out Part I about the Ottawa Inner City Health Initiative. ‘Ken’ is a 47-year-old unhoused man presenting to the Emergency Department (ED) with severe opioid withdrawal symptoms. After taking his history, you learn that he has been unhoused for the past 2 years and using non-prescribed fentanyl for the past 8 months.

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Sweta Mangal Ziqitza – Revolutionizing Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in 2024

Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd

In the rapidly changing landscape of healthcare, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) play a critical role in saving lives and providing timely medical assistance. As we step into 2024, one company stands out as a pioneer in transforming EMS – Ziqitza Healthcare ltd. With a commitment to innovation and a focus on leveraging cutting-edge technologies, Sweta Mangal and Ziqitza are leading the charge in revolutionizing emergency medical services.

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EMCrit RACC Lit Review – January 2024

EMCrit

All the lit goodness for Jan 2024 EMCrit Project by Scott Weingart, MD FCCM.

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Answers for ECG case for the 17th of January 2024

EMergucate

This ECG represents fever induced Brugada syndrome. Needs aggressive treatment of the fever and Cardiology referral for ICD.

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What kind of AV block is this? And why does she develop Ventricular Tachycardia?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

This was written by Magnus Nossen The patient is a female in her 50s. She presented with a one week hx of «dizziness» and weakness. She was feeling fine prior to the last seven days. There was no chest pain. She did admit to shortness of breath on exertion. She had no known heart condition. Other than being overweight and having an elevated cholesterol she was healthy.

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EMergucate

58-year-old lady with history of COPD presented with fever. Her venous blood gases showed the following: PH = 7.

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How Caring, Informed, Intelligent, and Committed Doctors Can Disagree about COVID Boosters

Sensible Medicine

My article last week about the Marsh/Califf JAMA Viewpoint led to some spirited water cooler conversations IRL. I have sworn a dozen times that I was done talking about or writing about COVID but here I am, for the third week in a row. Two weeks ago, there was my mental health , last week there was vaccination , now an “enhanced critical appraisal” of recent article about the COVID vaccine.

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Imaging Case of the Week 581

EMergucate

Wrist x-ray from a patient with FOOSH injury. What can be seen? Answer will be posted later.

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Comprehensive Blood Administration Training

American Medical Compliance

The following Comprehensive Blood Administration Training is designed to educate healthcare providers on various blood products. Also, a variety of healthcare professionals handle blood products. Therefore, it’s essential to understand things such as blood testing, blood transfusions and blood administration, and how to file the necessary documentation.

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ECG case for the 24th of January 2024

EMergucate

71 y old male is coming with palpitations, haemodynamically stable.

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