Annals of EMHypersensitivity to what two foods is a contraindication to using propofol?
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Prepared by Dr Kyle Perry
Case presentation:
A 64 year-old male presents to the emergency department pulseless with CPR in process. EMS reports that the patient had a witnessed arrest in a nearby casino and bystander CPR was promptly initiated. EMS arrived approximately 10 minutes after the collapse and placed a combitube before transporting the patient to [...]
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By Dr. Bram Dolcourt
Recently I’ve gotten a few “Huh?” thrown my way when I tell people that…
I am actively discouraging the routine use of charcoal for acute overdoses.
The teaching has generally been to give charcoal in the face of an overdose. To many, what I’m saying is a bit surprising. Believe it or not, the [...]
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The treatment for sepsis has evolved considerably over the past 10 years. Early recognition and [...]
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An 81-year-old woman is brought to the ED by her children who state that the patient is acting more tired than usual, has had fever for the last two days, and is more confused. Ordinarily, the patient is high functioning: she is ambulatory, cooks for herself, and walks on a treadmill 30 minutes a day. [...]
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