Acute coronary syndrome clinical presentations and diagnostic approaches in the emergency department.

abstract：:The aging process results in changes in pulmonary physiology that make the elderly population more susceptible to pulmonary disease. These physiologic changes also alter the clinical presentation of such diseases, making the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disorders particularly challenging for the clinician. It ...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Imperato J,Sanchez LD

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Urinary retention is a common problem encountered in the emergency department. Acute urinary retention (AUR) presents as a sudden inability to voluntarily void, and is typically associated with lower abdominal pain. Its etiology can be varied and multifactorial. Treatment of AUR aims to relieve the obstruction and mit...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Billet M,Windsor TA

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Testing for HIV infection is not generally required for the appropriate treatment of medical emergencies. Current standard HIV tests rely on the detection of antibodies to the HIV virus and are among the most sensitive and specific tests used in medicine. Standard HIV tests can be unreliable for detecting infection in...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Hansen KN

更新日期：1995-02-01 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

authors： Burkle FM Jr

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pediatric medical complaints and differential diagnoses often vary from adults, requiring a specialized knowledge base and behavioral skill set. This article addresses a variety of congenital and acquired pediatric genitourinary disorders. Genitourinary emergencies include paraphismosis, priapism, serious infection, s...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： McGrath NA,Howell JM,Davis JE

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patient satisfaction is an integral component of the measurement of health care quality. Proper attention to patient complaints is one part of a patient satisfaction management strategy aimed at revealing and alleviating the causes of patient dissatisfaction. ...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Schwartz LR,Overton DT

更新日期：1992-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Emergency department crowding is a multifactorial issue with causes intrinsic to the emergency department and to the health care system. Understanding that the causes of emergency department crowding span this continuum allows for a more accurate analysis of its effects and a more global consideration of potential sol...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Kenny JF,Chang BC,Hemmert KC

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The formulary for dermatologic use in the emergency department must not only encompass drugs that are essential for advanced cardiac and trauma life support, but must have specific drugs that are indicated for common dermatologic conditions that are evaluated in the emergency department. First and foremost is the sele...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Drake LA

更新日期：1985-11-01 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

authors： Pancoast P,McCabe JB

更新日期：1986-05-01 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

authors： Klokkevold P

更新日期：1989-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acutely agitated or psychotic patients are particularly challenging to manage in the emergency department. Often these patients present with little or no history, and an adequate assessment may initially be difficult because of the condition of the patient. This article discusses basic concepts regarding agitation, an...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Deal N,Hong M,Matorin A,Shah AA

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hemophilia and von Willebrand's disease are the most common hereditary bleeding disorders. A variety of treatment modalities of these disorders are discussed. Common organ system bleeding and its treatment and disposition are outlined. Finally, potential complications of both the disease and treatment are reviewed. ...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Pfaff JA,Geninatti M

更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Helium-oxygen ("heliox") mixtures have been used for decades in the treatment of various respiratory problems ranging from acute upper airway obstructions to lower airway derangements, such as asthma and exacerbations of chronic bronchitis. This review presents a brief history of helium and helium-oxygen mixtures and ...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： McGarvey JM,Pollack CV

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Medical planning requires the expedition physician to draw from many aspects of the knowledge base of wilderness and environmental medicine and to learn and use lessons from those that have gone before. The medical plan is dependent on parameters of the expedition objective, scope, and resources and is developed coope...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Tek D

更新日期：1992-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although discussed much less than flexor tendon injuries, achievement of satisfactory function is difficult with these injuries. Under proper circumstances in clean wounds, and in a well equipped emergency department, they can be primarily repaired if the examining physician has the experience. If these conditions are...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Herndon JH

更新日期：1985-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Abdominal injuries are an important cause of morbidity and mortality. In the face of more obvious traumatic lesions, life-threatening intra-abdominal injuries may be initially overlooked. Plain abdominal and chest radiographs may prove diagnostic for specific injuries. However, normal or equivocal studies should not e...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Evers K,DeGaeta LR

更新日期：1985-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fever is the most common reason that children and infants are brought to emergency departments. Emergency physicians face the challenge of quickly distinguishing benign from life-threatening conditions. The management of fever in children is guided by the patient's age, immunization status, and immune status as well a...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Wing R,Dor MR,McQuilkin PA

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neurologic complications are unfortunately common in oncology patients, with many presenting to the emergency department for diagnosis and management. This case-based review provides a brief overview of the key points in pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of 2 oncologic central nervous system emergencies: mali...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Dubbs SB,Honasoge AP

更新日期：2018-08-01 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

authors： Clark A,Amanti C,Sheng AY

更新日期：2020-05-01 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

authors： Pollack ES

更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute iron poisoning continues to be one of the most common and deadly poisonings seen by emergency physicians. There are many potential pitfalls in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of iron-poisoned patients. This article reviews the pathophysiology of acute iron poisoning and describes a comprehensive managem...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Mills KC,Curry SC

更新日期：1994-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Soft tissue disorders of the mouth encompass a wide expanse of pathophysiology. This article focuses on the identification, etiology, management, and complications of common infectious processes (candidiasis, dental caries, and herpes labialis), inflammatory lesions (sialolithiasis, oral lichen planus, and aphthous ul...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Diebold S,Overbeck M

更新日期：2019-02-01 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

authors： Jordan KT

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The transition of biphasic waveforms from ICDs to external defibrillators constitutes a significant technological advances for transthoracic defibrillation. Impedance compensation has enabled the delivery of defibrillating current adapted to each patient and each shock in the same patient. Optimally designed biphasic ...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： White RD

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The treatment of gynecologic and other infections in obstetric patients involves consideration of the physiologic changes of pregnancy, the clinical implications of the infection for the patient as well as the fetus, and the safety of antimicrobials available for therapy. This article highlights the treatment of infec...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Torres M,Moayedi S

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Heat-related illness represents a continuum of disorders from minor syndromes such as heat cramps, heat syncope, and heat exhaustion to the severely life-threatening disorder known as heat stroke. It represents an important cause of wilderness-related morbidity and mortality. ...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Lugo-Amador NM,Rothenhaus T,Moyer P

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The recognition of hypothyroidism may not always be easy in the emergency department setting. Laboratory evaluations of thyroid function are not usually performed on a 24-hour basis, and therefore the emergency physician, although suspecting the presence of hypothyroidism, may be unable to confirm the diagnosis while ...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Mitchell JM

更新日期：1989-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The elderly patient is likely to suffer severer immediate effects and more long-term complications from equivalent forces of injury. However, with an aggressive approach to evaluation, monitoring, and treatment, there is hope for successful recovery in the majority of cases. ...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Martin RE,Teberian G

更新日期：1990-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pain, swelling, and limited range of motion of a joint are extremely common complaints in the emergency department. In assessing joint complaints it is helpful for the emergency physician to keep in mind the major categories of diagnostic possibilities; it is also useful to distinguish between chronic and acute proble...

journal_title：Emergency medicine clinics of North America

authors： Preslar AJ 3rd,Heckman JD

更新日期：1984-05-01 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

authors： Michael JB,Sztajnkrycer MD

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00