Wounds sustained from animal bites are a common ED complaint. Read on below for an approach to bites that reviews when/how to close, use of antibiotics, when to give tetanus and indications for rabies prophylaxis.
Our post last week focused on some of the physical exam findings of a patient in respiratory distress. Read on below for a brief overview of Bronchiolitis.
Tis the season for respiratory infections in children. This week's post reviews a few of the important phyical exam findings in a child presenting with respiratory distress. Videos are included! Stay tuned for next week's post that will include some great pearls about bronchiolitis which you are sure to see if you care for pediatric patients!
A 56 year old male presents to the ED reporting foreign body sensation in his throat after eating a large steak dinner the night before…
In the emergency department, we are often asked by consultants to provide procedural sedation for reductions, suturing and repairs. Here is a cheat sheet to serve as your quick reference guide.
Epistaxis is a common ED complaint. There is a wide spectrum of presentation ranging from mild to severe and potentially life threateniing. Read on to learn some of the basics regarding risk factors, types and how to approach!
A patient presents with HIV and a fever...what's in the differential? Below is simple review of the differentials to consider for patients with HIV who present to the ED with a fever based on CD4 counts.
Dental emergencies are a common chief complaint seen during Fast Track shifts. Read on below for a refresher on the classification system used for dental fractures and management.
Trench foot
· Temperatures above freezing + wet conditions = immersion injury
· Commonly from continuously wearing wet socks and shoes
History
· Repeated exposure to wet and cold
o Homeless, military, outdoor workers
· Occurs over several days to weeks
· Tingling or numbness most common symptom
Exam
· Damp, pale or mottled in color
Why is it important to perform a nasal speculum exam on every facial trauma patient? Read on to find out.
