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The rationale for aggressive treatment of generalized status epilepticus was described previously here.  In short,
epilepticus may cause ... rhabdomyolysis, hyperthermia ... #Management #Neurology ... #CriticalCare # ... Refractory #Seizures #Algorithm
Emergency Treatment Algorithm for Convulsive Status Epilepticus 
 1. ABCDEFG (ABC's and Don't Ever Forget the
Emergency Treatment Algorithm ... for reversible cause ... ADVANCED AIRWAY MANAGEMENT ... #neurology #seizures ... #ACEP
Management of Convulsive Status Epilepticus in children
Stabilization Phase (Seizure 0-5 minutes):
 • Check and maintain ABC
Management of Convulsive ... • Consider CBC ... : • Admit to PICU ... #neurology #pediatrics ... #peds #algorithm
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis and Management - GrepMed Handbook

S/Sx: Most pts asymptomatic. Weakness, cramping, nausea, paresthesias, palpitations,
Medications: K+, ACEi ... paralysis, post-hypothermia ... only if no clear cause ... Optimize volume status ... Treatment #potassium #nephrology
Hypothermia - Protocol for ED
CORE TEMP < 34º
INITIAL THERAPY
 • Remove wet garments
 • Avoid rough
INVESTIGATIONS • Stat ... POCT Glucose • CBC ... Cardiac Surgeon and ICU ... #Protocol #management ... #treatment #algorithm