An Approach to Adult Burns in the Emergency Department
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2d ago
Case: You are working as a 3rd year clerk in the ED and your staff has asked you to see Kathy, a 24 year old female caught in a house fire presenting with burns in multiple areas and difficulties breathing. Burn injuries result in the partial or complete destruction of the skin and can affect any of its three layers: the epidermis, dermis, or subcutaneous tissue.​1​ In this article, we will explore a ... The post An Approach to Adult Burns in the Emergency Department first appeared on CanadiEM. The post An Approach to Adult Burns in the Emergency Department appeared first on CanadiEM and was w ..read more
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Clinical Question: How do I measure frailty in the Emergency Department?
CanadiEM
by CanadiEM.org
1w ago
Mrs. Vivianne Dubois is an 84-year-old female presenting to your Emergency Department with her daughter. She tells you that she is here because she has been feeling weak and has had a fall. You speak to her daughter and find out that in the past year since her husband’s death, Vivienne has been struggling to take care of herself, requiring assistance with bathing and cooking. Recently, she has had several falls, and her ... The post Clinical Question: How do I measure frailty in the Emergency Department? first appeared on CanadiEM. The post Clinical Question: How do I measure frailty in the Em ..read more
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CJEM Visual Abstract – Hypotension and respiratory events related to electrical cardioversion for atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter in the emergency department
CanadiEM
by CanadiEM.org
2w ago
Welcome back to the 2024 CJEM year! In this issue, we collaborated with the CJEM team to present “Hypotension and respiratory events related to electrical cardioversion for atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter in the emergency department” in a visual abstract format​1​. Electrical cardioversion (ECV) is extremely common in the emergency department for paroxysmal atrial rhythms. These patients are often treated with beta- or calcium-channel blockers, both at home and in the ED. Little ... The post CJEM Visual Abstract – Hypotension and respiratory events related to electrical cardioversion for ..read more
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Opioid Use Disorder Treatment: Opioid Agonist Therapy Induction
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2w ago
Venus is a 29-year-old female who presents to the ED with tremor and diaphoresis. You learn that she has presented to the ED with similar symptoms before, and has a 5yr history OUD, using about 5 points (0.5 g) a day. She has no other medical conditions and blood work is within normal limits. Venus is tachycardic at 105 bpm, with dilated pupils, piloerection, slight tremors, and flushed face. You remember a previous ... The post Opioid Use Disorder Treatment: Opioid Agonist Therapy Induction first appeared on CanadiEM. The post Opioid Use Disorder Treatment: Opioid Agonist Therapy Induction ap ..read more
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Opioid Use Disorder Treatment: Opioid Agonist Therapy Induction
CanadiEM
by CanadiEM.org
1M ago
Venus is a 29-year-old female who presents to the ED with tremor and diaphoresis. You learn that she has presented to the ED with similar symptoms before, and has a 5yr history OUD, using about 5 points (0.5 g) a day. She has no other medical conditions and blood work is within normal limits. Venus is tachycardic at 105 bpm, with dilated pupils, piloerection, slight tremors, and flushed face. You remember a previous ... The post Opioid Use Disorder Treatment: Opioid Agonist Therapy Induction first appeared on CanadiEM. The post Opioid Use Disorder Treatment: Opioid Agonist Therapy Induction ap ..read more
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Images in Emergency Medicine Competition: A Showcase of Diversity and Representation
CanadiEM
by CanadiEM.org
2M ago
?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. Top ranking photos will be featured in a presentation at CAEP24 in Saskatoon (click ... The post Images in Emergency Medicine Competition: A Showcase of Diversit ..read more
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Approach to Unhoused Patients Presenting to the Emergency Department with a History of Opioid Use Disorder
CanadiEM
by CanadiEM.org
2M ago
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. His last dose was 28 hours ago. You ... The post Approach to Unhoused Patients Presenting to the Emergency Department with a History of Opioid Use Disorder first appeared on CanadiEM. The post Approach to Unhou ..read more
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Improving Emergency Care For Individuals Experiencing Homelessness
CanadiEM
by CanadiEM.org
2M ago
Editor’s Note: This is part 1 of a 2 part series on patients with homelessness. Stay tuned for Part 2 which will deal with the intersection of homelessness and opiate drug use. A 29-year-old male named Billy presents to your emergency department with a 4-day history of progressive leg tenderness. On exam, you note a poorly demarcated area of erythema on the leg which is warm and tender to the touch, suggestive of ... The post Improving Emergency Care For Individuals Experiencing Homelessness first appeared on CanadiEM. The post Improving Emergency Care For Individuals Experiencing Homelessness ..read more
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2023 CanadiEM Year in Review and Editor’s Choice Awards
CanadiEM
by CanadiEM.org
3M ago
In our 2023 year in review, CanadiEM celebrates its 8th birthday! Does CanadiEM continue to serve an important role in the medical education community? This year is an opportunity for those who value this virtual community of practice to get involved, especially for those who are interested in a leadership role. If that interests you, please reach out at CanadiEMblog@gmail.com. 2023 was another busy year for CanadiEM! In the past year, CanadiEM had ... The post 2023 CanadiEM Year in Review and Editor’s Choice Awards first appeared on CanadiEM. The post 2023 CanadiEM Year in Review and Editor’s ..read more
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Tiny Tips: Hematuria: IS THIS PP RED?
CanadiEM
by CanadiEM.org
5M ago
Mnemonics to remember differential diagnoses are usually cumbersome, difficult to remember, and unnecessary. However, sometimes one stands above the crowd. Sometimes, one is so perfect that the world around you seems brighter… the greens greener… the sky bluer… your lunch tastier… Feel your mental status exam improve as I present to you “IS THIS PP RED?” for hematuria. The best part about the mnemonic? – The two most important etiologies are first! This ... The post Tiny Tips: Hematuria: IS THIS PP RED? first appeared on CanadiEM. The post Tiny Tips: Hematuria: IS THIS PP RED? appeared first o ..read more
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