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Intern Core Content: Disorders of the Adrenal Glands
Join Dr Haupt as she discusses the adrenal glands, their role in hormone production and other functions throughout the body, and common problems that can occur when the adrenal glands are not working properly. Although most of these issues are non emergent problems, occasionally they will be seen in some sort of acute adrenal crisis in the emergency department and ER physicians should be well versed in their often subtle presentations!
Grand Rounds Recap 9.20.23
Another excellent week for UCEM Grand Rounds! We started the day with an introduction to universal HCV screening in the ED from our pharmacy colleagues. We then transitioned to a great discussion on concussions sports medicine faculty Dr. Gawron. Next, Dr. Guillaume led us through diagnostics and therapeutics for nonconvulsive status epilepticus. Then, Dr. Shaw presented two cases of PRES and the importance of recognizing this diagnosis. Finally, R4s led the way through a simulation on adrenal insufficiency as well as structured oral boards case practice.
Sepsis Journal Club Roundup
The management of patients with sepsis can be exceptionally complex. As with many patient’s with complex critical illnesses, often times attention to seemingly minor aspects of the patient’s management can have significant impacts on the patient’s course of illness. In this recap of our most recent journal club, we review 3 such aspects of the care of patients with sepsis. Does the type of IV fluids really make a difference? Are steroids a friend or foe in the care of these patients? And can the simple bedside assessment of capillary refill replace serial measurements of lactate?