Up to 40% of patients that have syncope have some manner of convulsions that are often mistaken for seizures. The purpose of this post is to examine how we differentiate between convulsions in a epileptic seizure versus those that occur when a patient faints.
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Just a quick reference to cardinal signs and symptoms associated with CNS tumors in various locations.
This edition of PEM Currents is all about respiratory distress. You'll learn about initial management, diagnosis and more!
Should we restrict fluids in septic shock? Hogwash you say! Well, it might be the right idea in resource limited settings. Learn what my take on the 2105 AHA PALS summary has to say on the matter.
The 2015 AHA PALS Guidelines have been released - let's take a look at some of the medication related changes, specifically atropine as a pre-intubation med and the choice of amiodarone or lidocaine for shock refractory ventricular fibrillation and pulseless ventricular tachycardia.
The 2015 AHA PALS Guidelines have been released - let's take a look at whether or not the rapid cardiopulmonary assessment should be airway, breathing, circulation or circulation, airway, breathing.
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Learn which symptoms are more likely to be associated with central nervous system masses in children - especially based on the age of the patient.
Benzodiazepines are the first line treatment in status epilepticus. Find out why, and how to use them for maximum seizure stopping action.
