Background: Salicylates are common substances that can be purchased over the counter. They are readily available, and in the setting of an overdose, can be fatal [1]. Initially, as salicylates are metabolized, they can induce a respiratory alklalosis. This is …
Background: There has been very little robust evidence published on the long-term outcomes of systemic thrombolysis in acute submassive PE. Many advocate for the use of systemic thrombolysis to reduce morbidity (complications from chronic pulmonary hypertension) and mortality. The PEITHO …
Background: IV access is one the most important interventions that must be performed in effectively managing patients in the Emergency Department. It is part of “Circulation” in the ABCs acronym and is even first in the “IV, O2, Monitor” phrase that …
Background: Just a few months ago the surviving sepsis campaign published their international guidelines for management of sepsis and septic shock [1]. There has been a lot of talk in the FOAM world about sepsis 3.0 and this is the …
Background: Over the past few years there has been a shift in cardiac arrest from the mantra of ABC (Airway, Breathing, Circulation) to CAB (Circulation, Airway, Breathing). There has been increased emphasis on circulation and a de-emphasis of airway management …
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