Emergency Medicine - Adult and Pediatric
RSSArticles
-
What If an ED Patient Can’t Afford Care?
The right documents can put emergency physicians on firm legal ground.
-
Did a Patient Exhibit Abnormal Test Results Post-discharge?
EP’s next steps can determine med/mal outcome.
-
The Initial Evaluation and Clearance of Spinal Injuries in Emergency Medical Practice
The initial evaluation and management of patients with potential spinal injuries in emergency medicine practice is in evolution. The authors thoughtfully explore the evidence available and its limitations.
-
Gallstones and Associated Complications
MONOGRAPH: Biliary causes of right upper quadrant pain with the primary focus on gallstones and their associated complications.
-
Mimics of ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI)
Several conditions can mimic an acute infarction by producing ST segment elevation. It is important for the emergency physician to recognize these conditions to appropriately manage patients in the ED and to better distinguish acute infarction from other conditions on the ECG.
-
Pediatric Seizures
Although benzodiazepines remain the first-line therapy, awareness of next steps in therapy is necessary.
-
Does Phone Consult Establish Patient-Physician Relationship?
EPs cannot safely assume that a consultant who gives advice over the phone will be held liable if a bad outcome results.
-
Settlement of Med/Mal Claim Could Cause EP Unexpected Problems
A quick settlement can seem very appealing to any EP defendant facing protracted litigation, but EPs should be aware of the repercussions.
-
EP Failed to Administer tPA for Stroke: Is Malpractice Claim Defensible?
Reasoning must be clear in ED chart.
-
The Battle Against Protectionism in the Utilization of Telemedicine
Telemedicine allows technology to access patients, wherever they are, via cost-effective methods with documented quality outcomes.