EM Basic

Join Dr. Mike Wallace and Dan McCollum as they discuss the management of patients with gastrointestinal hemorrhage.

  • What is the initial management of these patients?
  • Who requires blood transfusions?
  • Which patients require admission to the floor or the ICU?

Pearls and pitfalls in the management of these challenging patients are discussed.  Enjoy!

Direct download: GI_bleed_edited.m4a
Category:general -- posted at: 3:00am EDT

Join Dr. Alex Koo as he discusses ear and nasal foreign bodies.  He'll give you a brief run-down of anatomy, history, and physical, before diving into comprehensive, key concepts of foreign body removal.  There will be some great tips and tricks shared!

-Where do foreign bodies commonly get stuck in the ear and nose?


-What important historical and physical examination features should you focus on for these foreign bodies?  What are considered dangerous objects that need immediate removal?


-What equipment and techniques can you use for helping visualize the foreign bodies?


-What techniques can you use for achieving a more cooperative patient?


-What equipment and techniques are available to extract these foreign bodies?


-What complications can happen from removal?


-Who should be referred for immediate or urgent consultation with an ENT specialist?

Direct download: Foreign_Body_Ear_and_Nose.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:00am EDT

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