Emergency Medicine Reports – November 3, 2002
November 3, 2002
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The Acute Hand: Assessment and Management in the ED Setting - Part I
The bones of the hand are the most commonly fractured bones in the body. Other hand problems frequently present to the emergency department, as well: infections, dislocations, tendon lacerations, burns, bite wounds, etc. The ED physician must be aware of which problems can be managed in the ED and which require urgent or emergent consultation by an experienced hand surgeon. -
Audio Conference Tackles HIPAA Privacy Concerns
American Health Consultants is offering "HIPAA's Final Privacy Regulations: What You Must Know to Comply," an hour-long audio conference on Dec. 4, 2002, from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Eastern time. -
Smallpox Vaccinations Imminent for Hospitals
American Health Consultants is offering "Imminent Smallpox Vaccinations in Hospitals: Consequences for You and Your Facility," a 90-minute audio conference on Wednesday, Dec. 11, from 2-3:30 p.m. EST. -
Trauma Reports Supplement
One year later: Emergency department response to biological terrorism, part II - smallpox, viral hemorrhagic fevers, tularemia, and botulinum toxins.