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DOPES D-Displacement – endotracheal tube dislodges from trachea, or falls into right mainstem bronchus O-Obstruction – Mucous plugging, bronchospasm, patient biting tube P –Pneumothorax – Look out for pneumothorax, it can be subtle E – Equipment – Disconnected/unpowered equipment, ensure everything is powered on and connected appropriately S – Stacking – common in asthma/COPD due […]

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Brainstorming ideas – how to make it personal What makes me unique? 2. What are some specific experiences I’ve had in my life that have either made me want to do EM or given me the skills that will prepare me well for training in EM? 3. If a family member or a friend were […]

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Welcome to EM Clerkship Maddie Watts! The personal statement should be *personal* and should *make a statement*. Start early Use solid organizational structure Address the big three questions – who? what? why? Check for grammar mistakes Explain any red flags Further Reading: EMRA / CORD Advising Guide NRMP Program Director Survey ALiEM Match Advice Series

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You are working at Clerkship General when you are called to the resuscitation bay for a 55yo M presenting in respiratory distress. Initial Vitals Temp 99.9 HR 110 RR 22 BP 122/82 O2 82% on BiPAP 10/5 100%FiO2 Critical Actions Correctly interpret CXR #1 (multifocal PNA) Correctly interpret CXR #2 (bilateral PNTX) Treat with Oseltamivir […]