Emergency Medical Minute

Carbon monoxide poisoning signs, symptoms from mild to severe. Physiological mechanisms and how to test for CO poisoning.

A discussion about the most common types of pneumonia, and measures you can take to reduce the risk of infection in the Emergency Room.

An argument for why you should stop ordering a CT to diagnose a possible kidney stone.

Spinal Cord Injury Without Radiographic Abnormality

A common rash that appears scary, but is only mildly itchy.

An overview of pancreatic injuries and their presentation in the ER.

Should you place an ET tube or a SGA in cardiac arrest patients in a pre-hospital setting?

A look at why beer may not be so as for you.

Treatment for envenomation via rattlesnake and a surprise literary reference.

A look at Cochrane Review's evaluations of different medications given to treat kidney stones.

A brief review of pediatric intussusception and its presentation in the ER.

Diagnosis, work-up, and management of Paroxysmal AFib in the ED.

Room Prep For a Critical Patient

Navigating the murky waters of gaining consent to treat a pediatric patient.

A twist on current trauma management is explored.

Indications and contraindications of drugs used in RSI, with bonus indications for delayed sequence intubation.

Zika is the new Ebola.

New gizmos coming soon to an ER near you.

Quite the mouthful, but it's symptoms are easy to remember.

A relevant look at the medical applications of marijuana.