Report of the Task Force on Residency Training Information (1999-2000), American Board of Emergency Medicine.

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:Availability of timely follow-up care is essential in emergency medicine. We describe nonprice barriers to care experienced by callers reporting to be emergency department (ED) patients in need of follow-up care. METHODS:This was a secondary analysis of data collected during a survey of ambulatory clin...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Vieth TL,Rhodes KV

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite 3 decades of scientific progress, rates of survival from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest remain low. The Cardiac Arrest Registry to Enhance Survival (CARES) was created to provide communities with a means to identify cases of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, measure how well emergency medical services (EMS) perf...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： McNally B,Stokes A,Crouch A,Kellermann AL,CARES Surveillance Group.

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:Throughout the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, many emergency departments have been using passive protective enclosures ("intubation boxes") during intubation. The effectiveness of these enclosures remains uncertain. We sought to quantify their ability to contain aerosols using industry standard test...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Turer DM,Good CH,Schilling BK,Turer RW,Karlowsky NR,Dvoracek LA,Ban H,Chang JS,Rubin JP

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:Accurate and timely diagnosis of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is difficult because of nonspecific symptoms. Multiwave pulse oximetry might facilitate the screening for occult poisoning by noninvasive measurement of carboxyhemoglobin (COHb), but its reliability is still unknown. We assess bias and prec...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Roth D,Herkner H,Schreiber W,Hubmann N,Gamper G,Laggner AN,Havel C

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:An increase in prescriptions for opioid pain medications has coincided with increasing opioid overdose deaths. Guidelines designed to optimize opioid prescriptions written in the emergency department have been implemented, with substantial controversy. Little is known about how physicians perceive and a...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Kilaru AS,Gadsden SM,Perrone J,Paciotti B,Barg FK,Meisel ZF

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the efficacy of IM ketorolac versus that of oral ibuprofen in acute musculoskeletal pain. DESIGN:Randomized, prospective, double-blind clinical trial. SETTING:Urban teaching emergency department with an annual census of 43,000. PARTICIPANTS:Convenience sample of 82 patients aged 18 to 70 ...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Turturro MA,Paris PM,Seaberg DC

更新日期：1995-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A study was undertaken to assess the efficacy and safety of femoral venous catheterization for resuscitation of critically ill patients in the emergency department setting. From May 1982 to April 1983, 100 attempts were made at percutaneous insertion of a large-bore catheter into the femoral veins of patients presenti...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Swanson RS,Uhlig PN,Gross PL,McCabe CJ

更新日期：1984-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of a severe lower gastrointestinal hemorrhage caused by arterioenteric fistula formation in a pancreas transplant patient. A rare but potentially deadly complication of pancreas transplant surgery, arterioenteric fistulas should be considered in every transplant patient presenting with voluminous gast...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： McBeth BD,Stern SA

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:Scorpion envenomation is a common life-threatening hazard in tropical and subtropical countries. Standard treatment is not clearly defined. Many therapies, such as steroids, are prescribed without experimental justification. We sought to assess the efficacy of systematic administration of intravenous hy...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Abroug F,Nouira S,Haguiga H,Elatrous S,Belghith M,Boujdaria R,Touzi N,Bouchoucha S

更新日期：1997-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The epidemiology of pediatric fever has changed considerably during the past 2 decades with the development of vaccines against the most common bacterial pathogens causing bacteremia and meningitis. The decreasing incidence of these 2 conditions among vaccinated children has led to an emphasis on urinary tract infecti...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Newman DH,Shreves AE,Runde DP

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 39-year-old woman presented to the emergency department with symptoms of acute knifelike chest pain and was discharged with a diagnosis of musculoskeletal pain syndrome. One day later, she returned with a complaint of persistent chest pain. Physical examination disclosed meningismus, this led to a lumbar puncture an...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Barton CW

更新日期：1988-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:To determine whether abdominal ultrasound can be used routinely as the primary screening test to identify the need for laparotomy in trauma patients. METHODS:Ultrasound was used at a Level II trauma center as a primary screening test for evaluation of intraabdominal injury. We reviewed the charts of al...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Porter RS,Nester BA,Dalsey WC,O'Mara M,Gleeson T,Pennell R,Beyer FC

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:We describe patient perceptions of computed tomography (CT) and their understanding of radiation exposure and risk. METHODS:This was a cross-sectional study of acute abdominal pain patients aged 18 years or older. Confidence in medical evaluations with increasing levels of laboratory testing and imagin...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Baumann BM,Chen EH,Mills AM,Glaspey L,Thompson NM,Jones MK,Farner MC

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although all emergency physicians are familiar with catastrophic causes of free intraperitoneal air, we describe the case of a healthy 26-year-old woman who presented to our emergency department (ED) with a nonsurgical and previously unreported cause of pneumoperitoneum. The patient presented to our ED with complaints...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Frank D,Gilleran E,Hewitt K

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ventilatory status of patients within the first few hours following head injury has not been well established. We prospectively studied 63 patients who presented to an urban trauma center with varying severity of head injury to determine whether any trend toward hypo- or hyperventilation existed within the first t...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Vicario SJ,Coleman R,Cooper MA,Thomas DM

更新日期：1983-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:Experts advocate the use of a standard nasal cannula to provide oxygen at flow rates of up to 15 L/minute during emergency intubation. However, because of concerns about potential patient discomfort, some providers avoid providing nasal cannula oxygen at flow rates greater than 6 L/minute. This trial is...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Brainard A,Chuang D,Zeng I,Larkin GL

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:While advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and advanced trauma life support (ATLS) courses have become accepted standards for physicians who care for the critically ill and injured patient, only recently have pediatric advanced life support (PALS) courses been developed. The American Academy of Pediatrics has shown re...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Thompson BM,Rice T,Jaffe J,Aprahamian C,Horwitz L,Torphy D

更新日期：1984-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVES:To determine the incidence of needlestick injury among paramedics working in Florida during 1987, to describe the circumstances surrounding such injuries, and to assess the hepatitis B vaccination status of this group. DESIGN:Survey of a systematic random sample of paramedics using a self-administered...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Klontz KC,Gunn RA,Caldwell JS

更新日期：1991-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We examined the hemodynamic effects of congesting cuffs (rotating tourniquets) in 12 patients with first acute myocardial infarction and new onset of congestive heart failure 24 to 48 hours after admission. Congesting cuffs were applied for two periods of 15 minutes each, 15 minutes apart, and inflated to 30 mm Hg and...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Roth A,Hochenberg M,Keren G,Terdiman R,Laniado S

更新日期：1987-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Previously reported cases of botulism in infants have been diagnosed as infant botulism; that is, botulism caused by intestinal colonization by Clostridium botulinum with intraluminal production and absorption of toxin. Foodborne botulism is caused by ingestion of preformed toxin. We describe an unusual case of foodbo...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Armada M,Love S,Barrett E,Monroe J,Peery D,Sobel J

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:Traumatic eye injuries are common emergency department presentations worldwide, and diagnosis may be delayed because of concurrent injuries and lack of guidelines in regard to the utility of clinical examination, computed tomography (CT), and point-of-care ultrasonography. In this study, we compare poin...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Ojaghihaghighi S,Lombardi KM,Davis S,Vahdati SS,Sorkhabi R,Pourmand A

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVES:We sought to compare triage designations derived from in-person and telephone interviews and systematically examine the effect of visual cues, vital signs, and complaint-based protocols on the triage process. METHODS:We conducted a 2-phase, prospective, observational study employing a randomized, cros...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Salk ED,Schriger DL,Hubbell KA,Schwartz BL

更新日期：1998-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We reviewed the patterns of injuries sustained by 12 consecutive fallers and jumpers in whom primary impact was onto the feet. The fall heights ranged from 20 to 100 ft. The 12 patients sustained 49 significant injuries. Skeletal injuries were most frequent and included 15 lower extremity fractures, four pelvic fractu...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Lowenstein SR,Yaron M,Carrero R,Devereux D,Jacobs LM

更新日期：1989-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A method is presented for reviewing the taped radio-telemetry records of paramedic calls managed by hospital-based emergency medicine residents. All paramedic calls to the LAC/USC base station are reviewed by an emergency medicine resident using a special tape review form which focuses on communication skills, initial...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Rottman SJ,FitzGerald-Westby K

更新日期：1981-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pulmonary embolism, although uncommon in children, occurs in as many as 104 per 100,000 pediatric patients. Undiagnosed and untreated pulmonary embolism has a high mortality rate; thus, a high index of clinical suspicion and reliable diagnostic modalities are necessary to ensure prompt and accurate diagnosis. We repor...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Hackbarth R,Kuhns L,Sarnaik A

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:We evaluate the effectiveness and safety of an outpatient clinical care pathway for the initial treatment of acute proximal lower-extremity deep venous thrombosis (DVT) with low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) managed by the emergency department of 2 affiliated community hospitals. METHODS:This observa...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Vinson DR,Berman DA

更新日期：2001-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Numerous interventions have been used to protect organ systems and cellular viability from the lethal injury accompanying hypoperfusion and ischemia. Some measures have been directed toward improving perfusion, while others have attempted to enhance the metabolic processes. Our work has focused for the most part on au...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Markov AK

更新日期：1986-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As the only medical specialists who routinely provide continuous 24-hour daily coverage, emergency physicians are all too familiar with the demands of shift work. Although shift work has a pervasive effect on the practice of emergency medicine and is regarded as a major stressor, it has received little attention per s...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Whitehead DC,Thomas H Jr,Slapper DR

更新日期：1992-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Right ventricular infarction due to ischemic heart disease can be diagnosed by a right precordial electrogram or by first-pass radionuclide angiography (FPRNA). Prior FPRNA studies have shown that cardiac dysfunction after blunt chest trauma (myocardial contusion) is most often due to right ventricular dysfunction. We...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Mooney R,Niemann JT,Bessen HA,Mena I,French S,Laks MM

更新日期：1988-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A study was undertaken to compare warm gastric (Group 1) and closed thoracic cavity (Group 2) lavage for rewarming severely hypothermic dogs. Adult mongrel dogs were monitored by intra-arterial catheter, central venous catheter, and ECG, and by central venous, esophageal, and rectal temperature probes. Animals were ex...

journal_title：Annals of emergency medicine

authors： Brunette DD,Sterner S,Robinson EP,Ruiz E

更新日期：1987-11-01 00:00:00