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Therapeutics: Opioid Use Disorder
Opiate Use Disorder continues to be a daily presentation with a host of complications for the patient and Emergency Provider. Dr. Jackson takes us through the latest data on how to diagnose and treat this vulnerable patient population.
Ketamine Potpourri
In our most recent journal club, we took a look at 3 articles focused on the use of ketamine in the Emergency Department. When treating pain with ketamine, does a rapid administration of ketamine result in more dysphoria? When used for RSI, is ketamine more hemodynamically stable than etomidate? When using ketamine for procedural sedation in adult patients, does pre-treatment with versed or haldol decrease clinically significant emergence agitation?
Grand Rounds Recap 5.23.18
This week’s Grand Rounds opened with Dr. Koehler leading small group discussions on the applications and limitations of VBGs. Dr. Bonomo expertly identified the correct test of choice and diagnosis in Dr. Spigner’s CPC. Dr. Soria then gave an interesting talk on the history behind naloxone as well as common uses. Finally, the Air Care team led a great hands-on procedure workshop!