The Trauma Pro

JANUARY 12, 2024

In theory, tiered trauma centers should allow patients with lesser injuries to be treated at lower levels and more severe trauma at higher-level centers. This parallels the resource availability at those centers. In reality, many patients with injuries that seem complex (solid organ, children, and TBI) are transferred due to a “lack of comfort” in taking care of them or the perception that they may deteriorate quickly.

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Science Based Medicine

JANUARY 12, 2024

The many sheltered doctors who confidently said herd immunity was at hand and that fear of COVID was pathological are the last people to sanctimoniously sermonize on the importance of trust in medicine. The post Dr. Lucy McBride: “As physicians, dispensing false hope is dangerous & unethical.” first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Emergency Live

JANUARY 12, 2024

A new era of air rescue vehicles is taking flight, driven by innovations and technological changes Revolution in the Air Rescue Sector The air rescue sector is experiencing a phase of significant growth and innovation. The demand for air ambulance services is on the rise, driven by the need to swiftly transport critical patients and […] The post The evolution of air rescue vehicles: technology and sustainability appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Taming the SRU

JANUARY 12, 2024

r4 case follow up - r1 clinical knowledge: interstitial lung disease - halo - pediatric simulation - pediatric small groups r4 case follow up WITH dr. yates Psychiatric emergency department visits are on the rise in the United States, with roughly 15-19% of all ED visits associated with mental health diagnoses Roughly twenty percent of patients presenting with psychosis have a secondary cause Work up should be determined by the history and physical and may need to be broad, but all patients shou

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Emergency Live

JANUARY 12, 2024

A Detailed Guide for Aspiring EMS Helicopter Pilots First Steps and Training To become an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) helicopter pilot, it is essential to hold a commercial helicopter pilot’s license, which requires a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) second-class medical certificate, although some employers may require a first-class certificate.

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ACEP Now

JANUARY 12, 2024

Case A 74-year-old man presents with five days of fever and urinary incontinence. He has a history of diabetes mellitus type 2. Vital signs are: blood pressure, 117/68; heart rate, 89; resting heart rate, 16; temperature, 37.7 degrees C (99.9 degrees F). On physical examination, he is confused and incoherent. What is the best management of this condition?

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Emergency Live

JANUARY 12, 2024

Understanding the Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments of Pneumothorax What is Pneumothorax? Pneumothorax, commonly known as a collapsed lung, occurs when air infiltrates the space between the lung and the chest wall, known as the pleural space. This can lead to partial or complete collapse of the lung. It can be caused by chest trauma, lung […] The post The pneumothorax: a comprehensive overview appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Emergency Live

JANUARY 12, 2024

From Prevention to Treatment, a Comprehensive Guide What Is Tongue Cancer? Tongue cancer begins when healthy cells in the tongue undergo mutations in their DNA, leading to uncontrolled growth and the formation of a tumor. It is not always clear what causes these mutations, but the human papillomavirus (HPV) may be involved in some cases, […] The post Understanding and coping with tongue cancer appeared first on Emergency Live.

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American Medical Compliance

JANUARY 12, 2024

The responsibility of ensuring patient safety has now moved from hospital staff to individual users with access to laser technology, which was previously only available in operating rooms of hospitals. This transition has occurred frequently without the benefit of suitable or sufficient resources. The continual objective of creating and upholding a laser-safe environment for the patient, the staff, and the user at all times continues, irrespective of the practice location, application, or system

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Emergency Live

JANUARY 12, 2024

The hottest year on record underscores the urgency of addressing climate change and its implications for future emergencies An Unprecedented Year: Analyzing the 2023 Heat Record 2023 has distinctly emerged as the hottest year in recorded history, a reality that has severely tested ecosystems and societies worldwide. According to climate experts, Europe and South America […] The post 2023 was the hottest year in history appeared first on Emergency Live.

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ALiEM

JANUARY 12, 2024

A 42-year old Bengali man with a history of hyperlipidemia presented to the Emergency Department with facial swelling, diffuse rash, renal insufficiency and proteinuria after receiving his COVID-19 vaccine (Moderna) booster dose. There were no adverse events with the first two doses of the vaccine except for mild transient sore throat and cough after the 2nd dose.

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Emergency Live

JANUARY 12, 2024

From Maternal Care to Gender-Based Violence, Asia Faces Various Health Challenges Gender Disparities in Asian Health Emergencies The Asia-Pacific region stands out as the most disaster-prone region in the world. This has a significant impact on communities, particularly on women and girls. In this region, an increasing number of people have been affected by disasters […] The post Health Emergencies and Women in Asia: A Growing Challenge appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Science Based Medicine

JANUARY 12, 2024

Will this ever end? Eventually. The post Skeptics in the Pub. Cholera. Chapter 7b first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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ACEP Now

JANUARY 12, 2024

Case A 40-year-old female at 11 weeks, five days gestation presented to the emergency department (ED) with concern for lower abdominal pressure and inability to fully empty her bladder. She had urinary dribbling when standing and leaning forward. She denied fevers, back pain, saddle anesthesia, numbness, or weakness in the extremities. She reported no history of prior back surgeries, intravenous drug use, recent falls, trauma, or known inciting event.

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