0:9:54 – Aortic Dissection

Apr 5, 2026 by in PAIN MEDICINE Comments Off on 0:9:54 – Aortic Dissection
Key Concepts • Aortic dissection most commonly presents as abrupt, sharp, severe pain maximally intense at onset in the chest or back. There may be various seemingly unconnected associated symptoms…
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0:9:55 – Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

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Key Concepts • A ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) should be considered in any patient with otherwise unexplained abdominal or back pain. The complete triad of pain, hypotension, and a…
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0:5:50 – Dermatologic Presentations

Apr 5, 2026 by in EMERGENCY MEDICINE Comments Off on 0:5:50 – Dermatologic Presentations
Key Concepts • Accurate descriptions of dermatologic lesions are essential for diagnosis and management. Primary and secondary lesions are described in Tables 107.1 and 107.2 . TABLE 107.1 Primary Lesions…
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0:5:34 – Peripheral Nerve Disorders

Apr 5, 2026 by in EMERGENCY MEDICINE Comments Off on 0:5:34 – Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Key Concepts • The diagnosis of a specific peripheral neuropathy generally requires confirmatory ancillary testing; approach in the ED should focus on identifying one of seven categorical patterns. • Diagnostic…
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0:5:35 – Neuromuscular Disorders

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Key Concepts • In patients presenting with acute neuromuscular weakness, complaints of difficulty in breathing or swallowing are signs of bulbar nerve or respiratory muscle compromise with potential airway or…
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0:5:32 – Urologic Disorders

Apr 5, 2026 by in EMERGENCY MEDICINE Comments Off on 0:5:32 – Urologic Disorders
Key Concepts • Urinary obstruction should be considered in patients with a urinary tract infection (UTI) with risk factors for obstruction. Urinary obstruction should be ruled out in patients presenting…
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