Episode 22: Lytics for STEMI
Rural Emergency Medicine
In this episode we discuss using thrombolytics for treatment of STEMI when prompt cardiac catheterization is not available. We discuss the risk, benefits, indications, and contraindications of this therapy.
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Episode 21: Ethics
Rural Emergency Medicine
In this episode we have guest speaker, Dr. Alycia Valente. She discusses how to apply the basic principles of ethics to situations commonly encountered in the Emergency Department.
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Episode 20: Sepsis Core Measures
Rural Emergency Medicine
In this episode we discuss how to improve compliance with the sepsis core measures (SEP-1).
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Episode 19: Lateral Canthotomy
Rural Emergency Medicine
This is a discussion with Shad Saunders about orbital compartment syndrome and the need to perform lateral canthotomy in the Emergency Department.
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Episode 18: Recognizing Psychosis
Rural Emergency Medicine
We discuss how to recognize psychosis in the Emergency Department. Psychosis is not just a single symptom, but a mix of potential symptoms each of varying intensities. This can be subtle and difficult to miss. We also discuss how important the collateral history from family and friends is during the evaluation period. We discuss that it is beneficial to call the mental health provider for further information as well.
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Episode 17: Ketamine Take 2
Rural Emergency Medicine
In this episode we review our experience with Ketamine for depression and which patient population we have seen a benefit.
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Episode 16: Complete Heart Block
Rural Emergency Medicine
This is a discussion of complete heart block and the management in the Emergency Department. We discuss external pacing, temporary transvenous pacing, medications, and transfer considerations.
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Episode 15: Bronchiolitis
Rural Emergency Medicine
Guest lecturer, Tricia Swan, is a pediatric emergency physician. She discusses the treatment and diagnosis of bronchiolitis.
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Episode 14: Discharge Instructions
Rural Emergency Medicine
This is a discussion on how to approach discharge instructions for patients
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Episode 13: ED Tips and Tricks
Rural Emergency Medicine
This is a rapid fire discussion of multiple tips to help the emergency provider better patient care more efficiently.
info_outlineThis is a case discussion of a lodged esophageal button battery in a pediatric patient. This was complicated by inability to transport to the nearest pediatric endoscopist. We discuss typical management of a lodged esophageal button battery and how this case was managed.