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SJMH AFib Discharge Algorithm

Source Article: Implementation of a Novel Algorithm to Decrease Unnecessary Hospitalizations in Patients
SJMH AFib Discharge ... Department With Atrial ... doi/full/10.1111/acem ... Algorithm #SJMH #Management ... #Fibrillation #Protocol
Algorithm to decrease AFib admissions - Visual Abstract by hellomynameisDrKirsty
@KirstyChallen

Source: Implementation of a Novel Algorithm to
Department With Atrial ... doi/full/10.1111/acem ... .13383 #AFib #Discharge ... #Algorithm #Management ... #Protocol #VisualAbstract
Scaphoid Fractures
The scaphoid is the most commonly fractured carpal bone. Remember, if a fracture is suspected
Scaphoid Fractures ... as a result of arterial ... dislocation • ED Management ... • Disposition: Discharge ... XRay #Diagnosis #Management
BENNETT FRACTURE 
Bennett fracture is an intraarticular two-part fracture of the ulnar side of the base
• Mechanism: Axial ... motion • ED Management ... • Disposition: Discharge ... require operative management ... XRay #Diagnosis #Management
Mallet Finger
Absence of a fracture does NOT exclude Mallet finger, the extension function of the DIP
Absence of a fracture ... Hyperflexion injury with axial ... injuries: Avulsion fracture ... • ED Management ... • Disposition: Discharge
Interphalangeal Joint Dislocation
Interphalangeal joint dislocations almost always occur dorsally, look for associated avulsion fractures! Here's a
associated avulsion fractures ... Hyperextension injury with axial ... tendon) • ED Management ... • Disposition: Discharge ... XRay #Diagnosis #Management
Atrial Fibrillation RVR - Medications
Diltiazem
 • Preferred in patients with chronic lung such as Asthma and
Atrial Fibrillation ... β-blocker upon discharge ... #Atrial #Fibrillation ... #Medications #management ... #treatment #comparison
Pain, Agitation, and Delirium (PAD) in the ICU
Addressing the ICU Triad (PAD) can be accomplished through
Addressing the ICU Triad ... Delirium: assess (CAM-ICU ... Non-Benzos): • Propofol ... Propofol infusion ... CriticalCare #diagnosis #management
Pediatric Trauma Primary Survey: C-ABCDE
C - Catastrophic Bleeding - Life-threatening hemorrhage
 • Apply direct pressure/compression bandage
potential pelvic fracture ... massive transfusion protocol ... pupil, Cushing's triad ... Survey #CABCDE #management