Internet Use and Mental Well-Being
Science Based Medicine
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Results of the largest study on internet use, well-being, and mental health. The post Internet Use and Mental Well-Being first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.
Science Based Medicine
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Results of the largest study on internet use, well-being, and mental health. The post Internet Use and Mental Well-Being first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.
Dr. Smith's ECG Blog
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Written by Pendell Meyers Two adult patients in their 50s called EMS for acute chest pain that started within the last hour. Both were awake and alert with normal vital signs. Both cases had an EMS ECG that was transmitted to the ED physician asking "should we activate the cath lab?" What do you think? Here they are: Patient 1, ECG1: Zoll computer algorithm stated: " STEMI , Anterior Infarct" Patient 2, ECG1: Zoll computer algorithm stated: "ST elevation, probably benign early repolarization.
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EMDocs
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Welcome to the emDOCs Videocast – please subscribe to our YouTube channel. These videos will cover post summaries, take homes on clinical condition, and EBM/guideline literature updates. Our first video provides EBM updates on steroids in severe community-acquired pneumonia and CT in post ROSC OHCA. EBM Update: Steroids in Severe CAP and CT in Post ROSC OHCA #1: Dequin PF, Meziani F, Quenot JP, et al; CRICS-TriGGERSep Network.
Core Medical Group
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Welcome back to the second installment of our travel nursing series! Building on our previous discussion on navigating assignments, we’re now exploring the importance of continuous learning and achieving the perfect work-life balance.
ALiEM
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Which of the following agents, when injected along with heroin, is associated with the skin changes pictured? Cocaine Fentanyl Methamphetamine Xylazine Photo by Dr. Matthew Salzman Reveal the Answer 4. Xylazine Background Xylazine is a synthetic substance approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for veterinary use, specifically for its muscle relaxant, sedative, and analgesic effects [1].
EMDocs
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Welcome to the emDOCs Videocast – please subscribe to our YouTube channel. These videos will cover post summaries, take homes on clinical condition, and EBM/guideline literature updates. Today we focus on pancreatitis. EBM Update: Fluids in Pancreatitis, Hypertriglyceridemic Pancreatitis #1: de-Madaria E, Buxbaum JL, Maisonneuve P, et al; ERICA Consortium.
Taming the SRU
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Morbidity and mortality - cpc: bezoars - r1 diagnostics and therapeutics: troubleshooting tubes - r3 small groups morbidity and mortality WITH dr. stark Fever and immunosuppression In patients with recurrent visits, consider expanding your workup, especially in the setting of vital sign changes or laboratory trends. Patients with immunosuppression and fever should increase your concern for infection.
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ETM Course
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
The ETM team has been working hard to get the 2024 course calendar finalised and dates have now been announced. Course dates and registration details are available here. Book your course place soon to avoid disappointment as places are already selling fast. To find out more about ETM Course, please visit the course information page here.
PEMBlog
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
This incredible and informative video was developed at Cincinnati Children’s and features some of my colleagues. It provides a tremendous overview on how to do oral rehydration therapy in a step by step fashion and it is definitely something that I think you can share with your patients on your next shift.
Mind The Bleep
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Introduction The orbital septum is a fibrous connective tissue layer which divides orbital tissue from the eyelid, thus serving as a barrier against the spread of infection into the orbit. It extends from the orbital periosteum; is continuous with the tendon of levator palpebrae superioris superiorly and inserts into the tarsal plate inferiorly. Inflammation and infection of muscle and fat anterior to the orbital septum is termed periorbital (also known as preseptal) cellulitis.
Don't Forget the Bubbles
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
You are the Paediatric doctor on call and receive a call for an incoming patient to the emergency department. A 12-year-old male is being transported by ambulance after a road traffic accident. His name is Ben. Ben has a possible skull fracture and has been intubated, but his oxygen requirement is minimal. While waiting, another call comes in. Ben suddenly woke up and accidentally self-extubated.
RebelEM
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Take Home Points: All STEMIs should be loaded with dual antiplatelet therapy. Prasugrel (Effient) is avoided as there is an increase in bleeding complications if the patient requires a CABG. NSTEMI cases can be challenging to manage. Consult Cardiology early and use all available data. The appropriate medical treatment for ACS patients is as important as PCI.
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