Emergency Medicine - Adult and Pediatric
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Special Report: The 9th International Conference on Diagnostic Error in Medicine
We will all be patients at some time or another, so efforts to reduce diagnostic errors will help us all receive better diagnostic care when we need it.
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An Update on Care in Geriatric Trauma
As the country’s population ages, the geriatric population is one of the fastest growing segments of the American public. There are approximately 46.2 million persons 65 years of age or older in the United States. -
Understanding and Managing Angioedema in the Emergency Department
Angioedema is a complex and potentially deadly condition that has multiple causes, not all of which are well understood.
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Assessment of Tetanus Risk in the Pediatric Emergency Department
Tetanus is a life-threatening, preventable disease. It is most commonly acquired from a wound site; however, it can be obtained via injuries of other tissues. Both primary and secondary measures of prevention contribute to the eradication of tetanus. Therefore, appropriate tetanus prophylaxis should be administered in a timely fashion when patients present with wounds or infected tissue. Because tetanus prevention can be so effective, it is imperative to review, document, and address any tetanus deficiencies.
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Evaluation and Management of Cervical Artery Dissection in the Emergency Department
The goal of this paper is to help emergency physicians in their diagnosis, management, and treatment of this rare but potentially devastating condition.
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Cavalier Attitude Toward ‘Frivolous’ ED Lawsuit Can Backfire
All cases are serious - act accordingly.
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Electronic Medical Record Could Receive More Face Time Than ED Patient, Fueling Lawsuits
Poor communication triggers dissatisfaction.
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ED Patient Didn’t Meet tPA Criteria? Leave No Room for Doubt in Chart
All EDs should create 'code stroke' packets that include inclusion and exclusion criteria for tissue plasminogen activator, with a particular focus on documentation.
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For EPs, Is a National Practitioner Data Bank Report a Career Ender, or Par for the Course?
Take action to mitigate repercussions.
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Tough to Legally Justify X-rays for Vague Abdominal Pain
Abdominal X-rays don't quite match up to the capabilities and effectiveness of CT scans, say experts.