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Acute Phosphate Nephropathy
Can drinking lots of water and other cautions prevent acute phosphate nephropathy after receiving oral sodium phosphate treatments?
Journal Article, November 25, 2009
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The Legal Pitfalls in Prescribing Opioids
Should you worry when prescribing opioids that the drugs might end up on the street? How can you protect yourself? Review the legal nuts and bolts of opioid prescribing.
Article, November 18, 2009
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Part 2: The Case of the Emergency Room Physician Who Burned Out: Diagnosing and Treating His Substance Abuse
In part 2 of the new series on the Impaired Physician, substance abuse develops in Dr. X. Is it now time to turn him in?
Clinical Case, November 18, 2009
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Surgical Masks vs N95 Respirators: Research and Practice
A well-designed study examines the efficacy of surgical masks in protecting healthcare workers against influenza. William R. Jarvis, MD, comments in this video blog.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 17, 2009
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Characteristics and Outcomes of Trauma Patients With ICU Lengths of Stay 30 Days and Greater: A Seven-Year Retrospective Study
A 7-year retrospective study evaluated the characteristics and outcomes of trauma patients with lengths of stay 30 days and longer, focusing on predictors of prolonged stay and mortality.
Journal Article, November 17, 2009
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Infection With Community-Onset Staphylococcus aureus and Influenza Virus in Hospitalized Children
The worst outcomes of influenza in children occur in those with bacterial coinfections. This research has implications for the current H1N1 influenza pandemic.
Journal Article, November 17, 2009
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Part 1: The Case of the Emergency Department Physician Who Burned Out: Risk Factors, Impact, and Early Interventions
In part 1 of the new series on The Impaired Physician, Dr. X shows signs of burnout that put his personal and professional life at risk. Would you turn him in?
Clinical Case, November 16, 2009
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Update on Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent Vaccines
Preliminary data indicate that the immunogenicity and safety of the H1N1 vaccines are similar to those of seasonal influenza vaccines.
Journal Article, November 16, 2009
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Should We Screen Low Risk Patients for Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus?
Since April 2009, all patients electively admitted to English hospitals must be screened for MRSA. Is universal screening effective?
Journal Article, November 13, 2009
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Comparative Trends in Guidelines Adherence Among Patients With NonST-Segment Elevation Acute Coronary Syndromes Treated with Invasive Versus Conservative Management Strategies
Are these patients still more likely to be treated by the book when treatment involves revascularization?
Journal Article, November 13, 2009
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The Challenges of Managing Vestibular Disorders: A Qualitative Study of Clinicians' Experiences Associated With Low Referral Rates for Vestibular Rehabilitation
This study helps explain why so many patients with vestibular disorders are undiagnosed and so few of those with diagnosed disease are referred for vestibular rehabilitation.
Journal Article, November 13, 2009
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Application of Patient Safety Indicators Internationally: A Pilot Study Among Seven Countries
Authorities reported summaries of the distribution of hospital-level and overall (national) rates for each AHRQ patient safety indicator.
Journal Article, November 12, 2009
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Acute Lung Injury and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
This article provides an overview of acute lung injury and presents the best available evidence for its management.
Journal Article, November 11, 2009
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Laboratory-Acquired Vaccinia Virus Infection -- Virginia, 2008
This case report supports current US recommendations for smallpox vaccination at least every 10 years for laboratory workers at high risk of vaccinia virus infection.
Journal Article, November 11, 2009
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Intensive Care Adult Patients With Severe Respiratory Failure Caused by Influenza A (H1N1)v in Spain
The clinical and epidemiologic characteristics of the first 32 adults in Spain reported to be admitted to the ICU due to influenza A (H1N1)v infection are presented.
Journal Article, November 10, 2009
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Antiviral Treatment for Suspected H1N1 Influenza
James Wilde, MD, discusses the recommendations for initiating antiviral treatment for patients with suspected H1N1 influenza.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 9, 2009
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Doctors and Social Media: Benefits and Dangers
Doctors use Facebook as well as physician community sites for clinical information and medical opinions. There are benefits and dangers to watch for.
Article, November 9, 2009
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Fatalities Caused by Cattle -- Four States, 2003-2008
Cattle are powerful animals, highly protective of their territory and offspring, and are especially unpredictable during breeding and birthing periods, as this report indicates.
Journal Article, November 9, 2009
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Factors Applicants Value when Selecting an Emergency Medicine Residency
What are the residency-specific criteria applicants value while selecting an emergency medicine training program?
Journal Article, November 6, 2009
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Rocuronium vs. Succinylcholine in the Emergency Department: A Critical Appraisal
Can rocuronium replace succinylcholine as the paralytic agent of choice for rapid sequence intubation in the Emergency Department?
Journal Article, November 6, 2009
