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REBEL Core Cast 136.0: A Simple Approach to the Tachypneic Patient

In this episode, we focus on the bedside evaluation of the tachypneic patient. Tachypnea (increased respiratory rate) can be an early indicator of serious illness, but not every tachypneic patient is on the verge of arrest. The key is honing ...

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Thoracic and Respiratory

REBEL Core Cast 134.0 – Acetaminophen Toxicity

Acetaminophen (APAP) overdose remains one of the most common causes of acute liver failure in the United States. While its therapeutic use is widespread and generally safe, unintentional overdoses and delayed presentations can lead to devastating outcomes. In this episode ...

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Toxicology

How Accurate are Blood Gas Electrolyte Measurements?

Bottom Line Up Top: Blood gas electrolytes closely correlate with serum measurements and can be used under most circumstances to guide clinical care. Clinical Scenario: A 62 year old woman with a history of HTN, ESRD on MWF dialysis presents ...

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Endocrine, Metabolic, Fluid, and Electrolytes

Clinical Conundrum: Should Acute Asthma Exacerbations Be Discharged From the ED With Combination Beta Agonist/Corticosteroid Inhalers?

Bottom Line Up Top: In patients with mild to moderate asthma exacerbations that are stable for discharge home, there is evidence to support discharging patients from the ED with combination Inhaled Corticosteroid/Long-Acting Beta Agonist (ICS-LABA) maintenance therapy. Clinical Scenario: A ...

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Thoracic and Respiratory

REBEL Core Cast 133.0 – TMJ Dislocation

Take Home points: Atraumatic TMJ dislocations are typically anterior in nature and can be reduced by a variety of techniques in the ED Traumatic TMJ dislocations often involve mandible fractures and typically require open reduction and fixation in the operating ...

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Head, Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat

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