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Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen Is Viable for Pain Treatment In Emergency Departments
11/08/2017
In a recent study, researchers investigated the efficacy of 4 combinations of analgesics, including ibuprofen, for reducing pain among patients with acute extremity pain.
11/08/2017
Opioid addiction
Opioid addiction
High Opioid Use Often Continues Following Overdose
08/23/2017
In a recent study, researchers sought to investigate changes in opioid use and opioid abuse treatment trends following a nonfatal overdose.
08/23/2017
antibiotics
antibiotics
Study: Are Antibiotic-Associated Adverse Events Common in Hospitalized Patients?
06/13/2017
A recent study evaluated inpatients taking antibiotics and their likelihood of developing antibiotic-associated adverse drug events (ADEs). To see results of the study, including which ADEs were assessed,...
06/13/2017
sepsis
sepsis
Delayed Sepsis Care Increases In-Hospital Mortality Risk
05/22/2017
A recent study assessed the effectiveness of a 3-hour bundle protocol for treating sepsis on in-hospital outcomes in patients with sepsis and septic shock.
05/22/2017
Emergency Medicine
Emergency Medicine
American Board of Medical Specialties
11/02/2016
The ABMS works in collaboration with 24 specialty Member Boards to maintain the standards for physician certification.
11/02/2016
Emergency Medicine
Emergency Medicine
Society for Academic Emergency Medicine
11/02/2016
The SAEM is dedicated to the improvement of care of the acutely ill and injured patient by improving research and education.
11/02/2016
Emergency Medicine
Emergency Medicine
American College of Emergency Physicians
11/02/2016
The ACEP promotes the highest quality of emergency care and is the leading advocate for emergency physicians, their patients and the public.
11/02/2016
Emergency Medicine
Emergency Medicine
American Academy of Emergency Medicine
11/02/2016
The AAEM is committed to supporting the establishment, recognition, and advancement of emergency medicine worldwide.
11/02/2016
Emergency Medicine
Emergency Medicine
Acute Exacerbations of COPD: Avoiding Danger and Death
08/04/2016
Krystal M. Craddock, MSc, RRT, CCM; Carrie Lipe, BA, RRT; Claudia M. Vukovich, RRT, CCM, RCP; Justin Griffiths, RRT; Alexandra Elliot, RRT; Melissa Keo, RRT; Jimmy Nguyen, RRT; Brendy A. Avalos, RRT; Samuel Louie, MD
This article highlights the potential pitfalls during the clinical evaluation and treatment of acute exacerbations of COPD.
08/04/2016
Emergency Medicine
Emergency Medicine
Should Emergency Departments Screen for HCV?
03/08/2016
A recent study examined the prevalence of diagnosed and undiagnosed hepatitis C virus infection in emergency departments.
03/08/2016