Endocrinologic Emergencies

Jul 15, 2023 by in EMERGENCY MEDICINE Comments Off on Endocrinologic Emergencies

The endocrine system is a complex, coordinated, and highly regulated system that helps the body adapt to its constantly changing metabolic needs. One major endocrine-related disease, diabetes mellitus, is frequently…

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Cardiologic Emergencies

Jul 15, 2023 by in EMERGENCY MEDICINE Comments Off on Cardiologic Emergencies

Introduction The emergency department (ED) technician (EDT) plays a critical role in the initial assessment, triage, workup, and management of patients with cardiac complaints. This chapter provides a framework for…

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Point-of-Care Testing

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Introduction Point-of-care (POC) testing is a term used to describe diagnostic testing that is performed in the patient’s unit rather than in the hospital’s central lab or outside reference lab….

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Triage

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In the modern emergency department (ED), “triage” is an inclusive term for a series of front-end processes that begin the patient assessment process. Triage helps prioritize which patients are treated…

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Teamwork and Communication

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Team Dynamics in the Emergency Department Team dynamics play a vital role in the emergency department (ED) because teamwork and coordination allow for the highest-quality care possible. Individual skills are…

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