Buprenorphine Precipitated Opioid Withdrawal: Tips for Prevention and Management for the Emergency Clinician
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Toxicology
ToxCard: Methotrexate
The Toxcard series covers methotrexate toxicity.
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ToxCard: Metal Phosphides
The ToxCard series covers metal phosphides.
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ToxCard: UDS – Its Utilization Demands Scrutiny
When can a urine drug screen assist in the ED?
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Toxcard: Shellfish Poisoning
What do you need to know about shellfish poisoning?
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ToxCard: Thyroid Hormone Overdose
This week’s ToxCard covers thyroid hormone overdose!
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EM@3AM: Serotonin Syndrome
A 40-year-old female with history of depression is brought in by EMS for agitation. On arrival she is confused and diaphoretic. Vitals include temperature of 40°C, BP 150/80, HR 120, and RR 28. Exam is remarkable for muscle rigidity, hyperreflexia, and clonus of the lower extremities. What is the next step in your evaluation and treatment?
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Seafood Poisoning and Toxidromes
How does the presentation and management of toxidromes associated with Scombroid, Ciguatera, and Pufferfish poisoning differ?
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