Jan 29, 2020
Dr. Vivek Tayal of Carolinas Medical Center, a pioneer of using ultrasound in the emergency department, reflects on his role in establishing ultrasound use in emergency medicine and much more!
Ultrasound Program Management:
https://www.amazon.com/Ultrasound-Program-Management-Point-Care/dp/3319631411
Intro...
Jan 28, 2020
Contributor: Dylan Luyten, MD
Educational Pearls:
- Clear the nasal passages - have the patient, if stable, blow their nose to dislodge any clot that might be in the way
- Searching for the source of bleeding can be tough. Majority of anterior bleeding is from Kesselbach’s plexus
- Placing a clamp to provide direct...
Jan 28, 2020
Contributor: Aaron Lessen, MD
Educational Pearls:
- Emergency department evaluation of falls, particularly in the elderly, should include an assessment of risk factors
- Common causes of falls in the elderly include medications. Review medication list for sedating medications amongst others
- Consult with your...
Jan 22, 2020
In the first episode of this new series, the complexities of decision making capacity are discussed.
References and Further Reading:
[1] Appelbaum, P. S. (2007). Assessment of patients' competence to consent to treatment. New England Journal of Medicine, 357(18), 1834-1840.
[2] Etchells, E., Darzins, P., Silberfeld,...
Jan 21, 2020
Author: Michael Hunt, MD
Educational Pearls:
- Organophosphate “nerve agents” were developed in the 1930’s
- These agents have cholinergic effects, which can be remembered by the mnemonic “SLUDGE”
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- Salivation
- Lacrimation
- Urination
- Defecation
- GI cramping
- Emesis
- The “SLUDGE” toxidrome is mediated through...