Hemoptysis is defined as expectoration of blood originating from the tracheobronchial tree or lung parenchyma. It may be massive or non-massive, but the majority of patients with hemoptysis will have non-massive hemoptysis. This is a brief overview of the causes, evaluation and management of hemoptysis in the emergency department.
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Sepsis is a condition emergency providers manage daily and has the potential for high morbidity and mortality. Sepsis management requires rapid diagnosis, early administration of intravenous (IV) fluids with broad-spectrum antimicrobials, and source control. But what is the role for steroids in sepsis? What are the potential benefits and risks? This post will explore the evidence surrounding corticosteroids in sepsis management to help shed some light on this controversial topic.
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Today we cover Part VI of the FOAMed series. This post provides resources on core, fundamental knowledge for EM to get you started. A strong foundation allows growth and development, and these resources provide that and so much more.
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