Take Home Points Adrenal insufficiency is a life-threatening emergency; recognize early and treat aggressively Hallmark is hypotension refractory to IVF/pressors Suspect in patients with unexplained hypotension and risk factors Prior glucocorticoid therapy History of autoimmune diseases Hyperpigmentation AIDS or TB …
Background: COVID-19 is now a vaccine preventable illness but, unfortunately, many have not received the COVID-19 vaccine due to a number of reasons including access, misinformation and a lack of confidence. In the US, the emergency department is the safety …
Take Home Points Infuse factor first, investigate later Treat when bleeding is suspected, not confirmed. Have a low threshold! It is better to over treat than undertreat. Give full dose when in doubt Factor 8 = 50U/kg Factor 9 = …
Take Home Points 1. Debriefing is critical. Studies show numerous benefits in terms of team communication and staff ability to regroup. 2. Start by gathering your team, thanking them for their work and noting that nothing could have changed the …
Take Home Points – Unexplained tachycardia (or any abnormal vital sign) warrants investigation. – Pain, induration, “woody” feel of any muscle group should raise suspicion of infection in that muscle group that has spread hematogenously especially in those with predisposing …
© 2022 REBEL EM. All rights reserved. | Disclaimer | Website by Innov8 Place.
