Browsing: July 2023

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Neurology

From Weight Loss to Neurological Deficits: A Case of Wernicke’s Encephalopathy Stemming From Prescription Weight Loss Medication

7/15/2023 Steven Foster, DO , Adrianna Kyle, DO
Wernicke’s encephalopathy can have a subtle presentation and should be considered in any patient with altered mental status who is at risk for nutritional deficiency.
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Advocacy , Administration & Operations , Health Care Administration

Overview: What Every EM Resident Needs to Know About Reimbursement in 2023

7/15/2023 Aaron R. Kuzel, DO, MBA , Nicholas Cozzi, MD, MBA , Brian Hiestand, MD , Alexa Golden, MD , Jamie Shoemaker, MD , David McKenzie
Physician reimbursement has been one of the most volatile areas of advocacy this year. Graduating EM residents need to know the basics in order to navigate contracts and practice effectively.
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Critical Care Alert , Critical Care , Sepsis , Shock

Critical Care Alert: Methylene Blue in Septic Shock

7/6/2023 Emily D. Geyer, MD , Mustafa Rasheed, MD , Evan McMurray, MD
Can methylene blue play a role in treating your patient with septic shock? This randomized control trial shows earlier vasopressor discontinuation and shorter ICU and hospital lengths of stay - but no
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Critical Care , Airway , Pain Management

Post-Intubation Sedation in the ED: The Basics

7/5/2023 Christine Yang, MD , Christian Kasianko, MD , Alex Lucas, MD , Allison Donahue, MD , Erin Bell, MD , Samantha Strickler, DO, FACEP
Emergent intubation requires critical thinking and precision. The same level of care should be extended to managing post-intubation sedation. This summary explores the most commonly used analgesics an