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CAUTION: THESE NOTES CONTAIN SPOILERS!!! Case Introduction An ill appearing patient has been rushed back from the lobby, clutching his chest, you are needed immediately at the bedside… Initial Vitals Temp 99.1 HR 95 RR 20 BP 120/80 O2 98% Critical Actions Obtain Early EKG Notify Cardiology of Inferior STEMI Bring Crash Cart to Bedside […]

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CAUTION: THESE NOTES CONTAIN SPOILERS!!! Case Introduction EMS brings in a postictal 34 year old female after she has a seizure. She is complaining of a headache… Initial Vitals Temp 98.9 HR 110 RR 10 BP 175/115 O2 95% Critical Actions Articulate Full Neurologic Exam Early Blood Glucose Identification of Pregnancy Administer Magnesium Treat the […]

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CAUTION: THESE NOTES CONTAIN SPOILERS!!! Case Introduction You are called to the resuscitation bay for a poorly responsive patient that has been brought in by EMS. Initial Vitals Temp 98.8 HR 78 RR 4 BP 124/78 O2 98% Critical Actions Obtain Early Blood Glucose Administer Dextrose Obtain Salicylate and Acetaminophen Levels Admit for Further Observation […]