Alcohol Withdrawal Algorithm
1. If your patient fits DSM5 diagnostic criteria for alcohol withdrawal: NALTREXONE GABAPENTIN Naltrexone 25mg PO daily x 4d, then 50mg PO daily ~$2.81 per pill,... Read more.
Distilling it Down Part I: Alcohol Withdrawal in the ED
In Ontario, Canada, alcohol-related ED visits have increased 4.4x faster than the overall increase in visits from 2003-2016, and was responsible for more admissions... Read more.
Patient Handout for Help with Substance Use – Ottawa
Download PDF of Patient Handout HERE Patient Handout for Help with Substance Use Health care professionals can help you achieve your goals for your substance use.... Read more.
Management of PEA: in need of resuscitation?
What is pulseless electric activity (PEA)? Pulseless electrical activity is diagnosed based on a patient having an organized, non-shockable rhythm and no palpable... Read more.
The Bottom Line 2: Anorectal abscess & Fournier’s Gangrene
This post is a continuation of a previous post about anorectal issues in the ED. Here, we will discuss anorectal abscess, surrounding complications, and necrotizing... Read more.
The Bottom Line: Hemorrhoids and Anal Fissures in the ED
Anorectal issues commonly present to the Emergency Department (ED), however, the evidence around many of these conditions is sparse and practice varies widely. ED... Read more.
Artificial Intelligence & Big Data in the ED
In today’s post, we seek to: Understand what artificial intelligence (AI) is Generate a basic understanding of how AI works Review applications of AI in the... Read more.