Annual influenza cases exceed one billion worldwide, with the vast majority of patients experiencing mild to moderate severity of illness. This massive health burden explains the extensive research into antivirals, including oseltamivir (Tamiflu). Initial studies supported the utility of oseltamivir ...
This episode reviews essential ventilator pressures and how to interpret them during ICU rounds.
Antithrombotic therapy is a cornerstone in the treatment of atrial fibrillation (AFib), though it carries a significant risk of bleeding. While Vitamin K antagonists (VKAs), the oldest anticoagulants, were largely supplanted by direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) following trials like ARISTOTLE ...
Nausea with or without vomiting is very common in early pregnancy, affecting approximately 70% of pregnancies (Maisal 2012). Hyperemesis gravidarum is a severe form of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy that can lead to significant maternal dehydration, electrolyte abnormalities, and ...
Ventilator management can feel overwhelming—there are so many knobs to turn, numbers to watch, and changes to make. But before adjusting any settings, it’s crucial to understand why the patient is in distress in the first place, because the right ...
Welcome to the Rebel Core Content Blog, where we delve into crucial knowledge for emergency medicine. Today, we share insightful tips from PEM specialist Dr. Elise Perelman, shedding light on respiratory challenges in infants, toddlers, and young children during the ...
Atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response (AF with RVR) is one of the most common dysrhythmias encountered in the emergency department and often requires prompt rate control. Diltiazem remains a go-to agent due to its rapid onset, AV nodal selectivity, ...
Pneumonia season doesn’t just fill your waiting room – it fills your brain with decisions: Admit or discharge? Floor or ICU? CURB-65, PSI/PORT, and SMART-COP all promise to help, but they’re not built to answer the same question. This quick ...
Host Dr. Mark Ramzy shines a spotlight on three distinguished speakers: Dr. Jess Mason, Dr. Tarlan Hedayati, and Dr. Simon Carley, who shared their expertise and experiences at this transformative gathering last spring.
The QT interval is a vital part of ECG interpretation, reflecting the heart’s electrical recovery after each beat. When prolonged, it can set the stage for torsades de pointes. Understanding how to measure and correct the QT interval, identify high-risk ...
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