Zero in on Better Pediatric Airway Management
An agitated, semiconscious infant or toddler with a compromised airway may naturally set off some panic for…
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Vanessa Caceres is a freelance medical writer and editor based in Florida.
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Adding Tranexamic Acid to Your Treatment Mix
Hemorrhage remains the leading cause of potentially preventable early trauma-related mortality. To help treat hemorrhage, tranexamic acid…
Discover How to Better Read and Interpret Radiographic Findings
It’s important for emergency physicians to know how to read and interpret the many radiographic studies they…
Get a Better Handle on Unknown Rashes
Emergency physicians must frequently diagnose and treat unusual and run-of-the-mill skin lesions. Knowing how to identify and…
How to Recognize Posterior Strokes
Anterior circulation strokes are commonly considered by emergency physicians, but the signs of posterior stroke can be…
Sometimes Dental Pain Can Be Life Threatening
Emergency physicians should think beyond cavities when they assess dental pain. Better understanding of the causes of…
Tricks of the Trade for Better Orthopedic Exams in the ED
Orthopedic injuries are commonly seen in the emergency department, but are you catching all the subtle presentations…
A Focus on Better Care for Ophthalmic Emergencies
Patients with eye complaints frequently present to the emergency department, and their conditions can have serious consequences,…
Keeping Up with Dermatology Conditions and Symptoms
Stay current on the most common dermatologic conditions and their treatments during today’s “Skin Deep—Tricks of the…
Aiming for Better Seizure Management
Seizure management in the emergency department can be tricky. Today’s session “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On: Update…