Abstract：
:Emergency thoracotomy is a valuable therapeutic modality for the moribund patient when trauma is the cause of the shock state. It is a procedure that requires an understanding of the technique and indications and should be instituted based on the indications listed above. There is probably no reason to do this procedure in the patient who is in extremis as a result of blunt trauma, because results have been universally dismal in these patients. In the patient with a rapidly expanding abdomen resulting from trauma and who is moribund, opening the chest and cross-clamping the aorta may be beneficial. Emergency thoracotomy does not take the place of volume replacement and definitive surgical care for the trauma patient.
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Emerg Med Clin North Amjournal_title
Emergency medicine clinics of North Americaauthors
Krome RL,Dalbec DLsubject
Has Abstractpub_date
1986-08-01 00:00:00pages
459-65issue
3eissn
0733-8627issn
1558-0539journal_volume
4pub_type
杂志文章,评审abstract：:Injury to the chest accounts directly or indirectly for up to 50 per cent of deaths secondary to trauma. Eighty-five per cent of patients with chest injury may be managed by minor procedures available to the emergency physician. The indications for surgery in the remaining 15 per cent of patients with chest injury mus...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章
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更新日期：1984-11-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Diseases do not always show the usual or "classic" signs and symptoms in the elderly. Physiologic changes over the years of a long life seem to be responsible for impairment of regulation or function of many organ systems. Since function often is measured in clinical medicine by laboratory testing, physicians frequent...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
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更新日期：1990-05-01 00:00:00
abstract：:More than 97% of pediatric exposures reported to the AAPCC in 2001 had either no effect or mild clinical effects. Despite the large number of exposures, only 26 of the 1074 reported fatalities occurred in children younger than age 6. These findings reflect the fact that, in contrast to adolescent or adult ingestions, ...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.emc.2004.05.004
更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Prompt recognition of actual or impending aortic emergencies is essential to the effective practice of emergency medicine. Understanding the pathophysiologic principles and awareness of the potential subtleties in the clinical presentations of aortic dissection, aneurysm, and occlusive disease are prerequisites to thi...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/s0733-8627(03)00063-4
更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00
abstract：:The evaluation of hydrocephalic shunts is a common problem seen in emergency departments. The emergency medicine practitioner must be aware of the various types of apparatus, the functional considerations of the shunt, and the potential complications of obstruction. Shunt malfunction, either from obstruction or infect...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a neurologic emergency due to bleeding into the subarachnoid space. Mortality can reach 50%. The clinical presentation is most often in the form of headache, classically defined as maximal at onset and worst of life. The most common cause is traumatic; approximately 80% of nontraumatic...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.emc.2017.07.001
更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00
abstract：:The diagnosis of malignancy in childhood is challenging. Signs and symptoms are generally nonspecific, and children with an underlying malignancy rarely are seriously ill at the time of initial presentation. A thorough history and physical examination are the most important components of the emergency physician's asse...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Although there are complications associated with cardioversion, they are relatively infrequent and usually of small magnitude compared with the primary disease. Cardioversion is an invaluable part of the emergency physician's armamentarium. ...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：
更新日期：1983-12-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Although useful to emergency physicians in determining and following up treatment, the microbiology department can be a source of frustration and erroneous results due to improper or inconsistent methodology, ordering, and interpretation. This article will review the principles of microbiologic specimen collection, ha...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1986-05-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Cardiogenic pulmonary edema (CPE) is a life-threatening condition that is frequently encountered in standard emergency medicine practice. Traditionally, diagnosis was based on physical assessment and chest radiography and treatment focused on the use of morphine sulfate and diuretics. Numerous advances in diagnosis an...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.emc.2005.07.005
更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Dental pain and disfigurements cause patients to seek care from the Emergency Department of hospitals. It is important for physicians to understand dental disease and trauma in order to diagnose, treat, and refer patients with dental emergencies efficiently. Many common dental problems have been discussed in clinical ...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1989-02-01 00:00:00
abstract：:The spectrum of acute coronary syndromes (ACS) includes several clinical complexes that frequently cause critical instability in affected patients. This article focuses on several critical care aspects of these unstable ACS patients. The management of cardiogenic shock can be particularly challenging because the mecha...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.emc.2008.04.002
更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Although emergency departments (ED's) vary in shape, size, and technology, similarities in responsibilities exist. The primary responsibility is to provide quality health care to the communities served. The (ED) constitutes a substantial business in any hospital. Because of changing acuity levels, patient volume, and ...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/S0733-8627(03)00099-3
更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00
abstract：:The threat of a BT event has catalyzed serious reflection on the troublesome issues that come with event management and triage. Such reflection has had the effect of multiplying the efforts to find solutions to what could become a catastrophic public health disaster. Management options are becoming more robust, as are...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/s0733-8627(01)00008-6
更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Pneumonia is a common disease seen in Emergency Department patients and is caused by a wide range of pathogens. The clinical and laboratory data that help to provide a specific etiologic diagnosis of the pneumonia are reviewed. In addition, current recommendations for the treatment and hospitalization of patients with...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1989-05-01 00:00:00
abstract：:As the number of advanced practice providers has grown in emergency medicine, establishment of guidelines and policies governing their practice has become increasingly important. This article addresses the scope of practice of physician assistants and nurse practitioners working in the emergency department, including ...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.emc.2020.02.007
更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Acid-base disorders should be considered a process with the goal being to treat the patient and the underlying condition, not the numbers. A good understanding of the normal acid-base regulation in the body, as well as the most common derangements can prepare the emergency physician for this very common disorder that ...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.emc.2014.01.002
更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Adolescents are the victims, perpetrators, and witnesses of violent acts in the home, at school, and on the streets. Adolescent violence describes a dynamic, destructive, and repercussive process. This article discusses the unique aspects of adolescent violence and the involvement undertaken by the emergency departmen...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/s0733-8627(05)70084-5
更新日期：1999-08-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Elderly trauma patients present unique challenges and face more significant obstacles to recovery than younger patients. Despite overall higher mortality, longer length of stay, increased resource use, and higher rates of discharge to rehabilitation, most elderly trauma patients return to independent or preinjury func...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.emc.2007.06.005
更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00
abstract：:The past two decades has seen the development of sophisticated systems of prehospital care. The task now is to intensify the input of well-trained physicians into all aspects of EMS systems. This article tracks the history of EMS in this country and provides some suggested answers to the difficult questions facing thi...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：
更新日期：1987-02-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Chemical or radiant energy injuries to the eyes are considered ocular burns. The majority of these injuries are occupation-related. Chemical burns are by far more common and represent a true emergency. Thermal and UV injuries are associated with severe pain, but often result in less long-term sequelae than chemical in...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.emc.2007.11.002
更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Emergency medical services for children require the integration of many community resources to operate optimally. In both urban and rural areas, the abilities of the receiving hospitals and medical staffs must be defined to develop a system that considers severity of injury and illness as well as transport times. ...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1995-05-01 00:00:00
abstract：:In recent years, multiple global forces have contributed to the emergence and widespread distribution of previously unknown disease entities. This article discusses Ebola virus, West Nile virus, and Hantavirus as representative emerging infectious diseases. Smallpox is discussed along with concerns about the safety of...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.emc.2006.06.005
更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Vaginal bleeding is one of the most common gynecologic symptoms for which the patient will come to the Emergency Department. It is usually associated with psychologic distress and can be frightening to the patient. Vaginal bleeding can be the first sign of life-threatening medical disorders such as carcinoma, bleeding...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：
更新日期：1987-08-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Rapid sequence intubation is the process involving administration of a sedative (eg, induction agent) followed almost immediately by a neuromuscular blocking agent to facilitate endotracheal intubation The purpose of emergency RSI is to make emergent intubation easier and safer, thereby increasing the success rate of ...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.emc.2008.10.002
更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Rapid response systems (RRS) are both intuitive and supported by data, but the institution of an RRS is not a panacea for in-hospital cardiac arrest or unexpected deaths. RRS implementation should be one component of an institution-wide effort to improve patient safety that includes adequate nursing education and staf...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.emc.2011.09.012
更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Acute urinary retention is a common emergency genitourinary symptom. The etiology of acute retention includes obstructive, neurogenic, pharmacologic, and psychogenic causes. The emergency management of acute urinary retention is bladder decompression, which is usually accomplished with a Foley catheter. ...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1988-08-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Pediatric patients with trauma pose unique challenges, both practical and cognitive, to front-line care providers. The combination of anatomic, physiologic, and metabolic factors leads to unique injury patterns with different approaches and responses to treatment compared with adults. A similar traumatic mechanism can...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.emc.2017.08.015
更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00
abstract：:During the past decade several new antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) have become available, including new formulations of some of the older medications. Understanding the pharmacokinetics of the new AEDs is important because they are primarily used for adjunctive therapy and interactions with other medications can result in ...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：10.1016/j.emc.2010.09.004
更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00
abstract：:EMS quality assurance programs can help guarantee that the provision of prehospital care is medically accountable. The establishment and management of such a program, although time consuming, are critically important. It is essential that the medical director or a designee responsible for quality assurance activities ...
journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：
更新日期：1990-02-01 00:00:00
