How do you differentiate serotonin syndrome and neuroleptic malignant syndrome? This week's TOXCARD provides several keys to help you on your next shift.
The asplenic patient presents several challenges to emergency physicians. What do you need to consider, and does your evaluation and management change with these patients?
Communication and documentation are keys to good patient care. This week's Medical Malpractice Insights evaluates a case of viral encephalitis and the importance of these factors.
When is a head CT needed before LP in patients with suspected meningitis? This post looks at the literature surrounding this topic and more.
Welcome to Part 2 of Mentoring in Emergency Medicine. This post focuses on the stages of mentoring and several key aspects including counseling, advising, feedback, and goals.
IV fluids are classically associated with increased risk of cerebral edema in pediatric DKA. What is the literature behind this association? What mechanisms account for cerebral edema, and what should the emergency physician do?
ED evaluation and management of transgender patients can be tricky. This post provides key pitfalls and pearls.
Dr. Eddy Lang discusses the importance of extra-clinical skills and activities in career development and satisfaction in this week's EM Mindset.
