In part 1 of our discussion on NSAIDs, we discussed the equal efficacy of various NSAIDs, while in part 2, we looked at the concept of an analgesic ceiling effect when using NSAIDs. Congrats to all of those who identified the ceiling in part 2 as the Chihuly work at the Bellagio in Las Vegas. […]
SOCMOB How To: Make Your Own End-Tidal CO2 Detector
Hey SOCMOBBERS, The ASA now recommends that all procedural sedations (not conscious sedations!) be done with quantitative waveform capnography. While I understand it’s not feasible in some places, capnography is a hugely valuable tool, and detects apnea long before the pulse ox reading drops. Where I work, there are no fancy nasal prongs or face […]
SMACC 2013
Hey SOCMOBBERS, Welcome to the new WordPress site. It took a while, but we’ve finally made it. Part 3 of the NSAID discussion will be out in the next few days (it keeps getting longer), as will some new videos on how to Macgyver some equipment in the ER. In the meantime, sign up for […]
NSAIDs part 2: The Ceiling Effect
Sorry readers. I’ve been slacking off on vacation in NYC, eating too much and blogging about food more than medicine. Tonight at dinner with Mr. EMCrit, Scott called me out a bit for insufficient content. Also, one of my readers has some rounds coming up soon, and needs to talk NSAIDs. With that in mind, […]
Battle Preparation 2: The Buddy Shift
This is the 2nd part in the Battle Preparation series by SOCMOB guest blogger Damon Tedford.In part 1, we looked at a checklist of items that new learners and staff should identify and examine prior to their first shift in a new ED. Today we will be looking at the critical questions to ask on […]
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