Critical Decisions In Emergency Medicine

In the January episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang dive into an emotionally charged topic: child abuse, a public health crisis that crosses all socioeconomic, racial, and ethnic lines. They’ll also unmask the Great Masquerader, infectious endocarditis, to help you identify patients at high risk of this potentially devastating disease, which can lead to irreversible structural damage to the heart and other organ systems. And, as always, you’ll get the 411 on the pressing subjects covered in CDEM’s regular features, including Drug Box and Tox Box.

In the December episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang tackle a hot topic: fire-related injuries, including smoke inhalation and thermal and soft tissue burns. They’ll tell you what you need to know to administer aggressive treatment in the prehospital environment and emergency department. They’ll also delve into another emotionally-charged topic: strangulation injuries, a relatively common presentation among victims of intimate partner violence and sexual assault, and a factor in approximately 10% of violent deaths. And, as always, you’ll get the 411 on the pressing subjects covered in CDEM’s regular features, including Critical ECG and Critical Image.

In the November episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang translate the whistles and squeaks created by stridor, a common sign of airway compromise in pediatric patients. They’ll also be joined by author Dr. Brit Long, who describes some of the most troublesome complications that lead cancer patients to the emergency department, some of which pose grave threats to quality of life. And, as always, you’ll hear about the hot topics covered in CDEM’s regular features, including LLSA Review and Critical Ortho and Trauma.

In the October episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang go south to discuss the latest strategies for diagnosing and managing male urological emergencies and female infertility treatment-related complications. Hear about straightforward techniques for treating priapism, testicular torsion, paraphimosis, and more, and learn how to recognize the potentially life-threatening conditions posed by modern advances in reproductive medicine. And, as always, you’ll hear about the hot topics covered in CDEM’s regular features, including LLSA Review and Critical Ortho and Trauma.

In September’s episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang talk vent strategies for patients who are hard to oxygenate and/or ventilate. They’ll also tell you all you need to know for evaluating a child who presents after a BRUE (brief resolved unexplained event) - the modern way to address the so-called ALTE we are more familiar with! In addition, you’ll hear about the hot topics covered in the publication’s regular features, including Critical Procedure and Critical Image.

In the August episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang break down the acute management of diabetic ketoacidosis, a potentially fatal hyperglycemic crisis that can lead to dangerous electrolyte abnormalities, including hypokalemia, if not recognized and treated early. They’ll also discuss ways to avoid a common and frustrating problem in the emergency department: patients who leave the hospital against medical advice. In addition, you’ll hear about the hot topics covered in the publication’s regular features, including Critical ECG and Critical Procedure.

In this month’s episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang provide the 411 on recognizing and managing blunt trauma in athletes, including concussions, spinal injuries, chest injuries, and even life-threatening presentations, such as commotio cordis. They also discuss the various approaches to the investigations and treatment of pulmonary effusions, a common disease feature that is not often discussed. In addition, you’ll hear about the hot topics covered in the publication’s regular features, including Critical Procedure and Critical Orthopedics and Trauma.

In this month’s episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang tell you all you need to know about managing pediatric dehydration, a common but often deceptively difficult condition to diagnose. They’ll also jump into postintubation care with optimum sedation and analgesia regimens and tips for treating the hemodynamic derangements that many intubated patients exhibit. In addition, you’ll hear about the hot topics covered in the publication’s regular features, including Critical ECG and Critical Orthopedics and Trauma.

In this month’s episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang cut through the uncertainty surrounding global PPE guidelines and discuss the vital role protective equipment plays in infection control. They’ll also highlight an often-overlooked but potentially deadly diagnosis: elder abuse, a growing risk in both domestic and institutional settings. In addition, you’ll hear about the hot topics covered in the publication’s regular features, including Critical ECG and Critical Orthopedics and Trauma.

In this month’s episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang discuss how to minimize the dangers posed by pediatric respiratory viruses, including influenza, bronchiolitis, and croup. They’ll also tackle the revolutionary world of immunotherapy, which can lead to unique and life-threatening complications in cancer patients. In addition, you’ll hear about the hot topics covered in the publication’s regular features, including Critical ECG and Critical Orthopedics and Trauma.

In this month’s episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang discuss managing the extremes of heat and cold – an increasing challenge for adventure-seekers, who are exploring hazardous environments with increasing ease and regularity. They’ll also be joined by Dr. Aleta Hong, who will share lifesaving information on the management of pulmonary embolisms, 25% which are evidenced by sudden death. In addition, you’ll hear about the hot topics covered in the publication’s regular features, including Critical ECG and Critical Orthopedics and Trauma.

In this month’s episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang discuss the sensitive subject of suicide, the third most common killer of Americans younger than 35 years. They’ll also dive into personal finance and share some essential tips for protecting your nest egg. In addition, you’ll hear about other hot topics featured in the February issue, including opioid-prescribing policies and the removal of retained needle fragments.

In this month’s episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Drs. Danya Khoujah and Wendy Chang discuss foodborne vectors – a common and potentially dangerous source of infection, despite modern processing techniques and increased regulations. They’ll also explain how to manage the ethical and legal complications surrounding the management of pediatric patients in the ED. In addition, you’ll hear about the hot topics covered in the publication’s regular features, including Critical Image and Critical Procedure.

In this episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Dr. Danya Khoujah and Dr. Wendy Chang review the December 2019 issue. In the first lesson, they discuss deep eye problems and how to treat them in the ED. In the second lesson, they cover evidence-based tips and tricks for rapid-sequence intubation. Plus, find out about the LLSA review article, Drug Box, Tox Box, and Critical EKG.

In this episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Dr. Danya Khoujah and Dr. Wendy Chang review the November 2019 issue. In the first lesson, they discuss athletic pubalgia. The second lesson in the publication covers abdominal pain in older adults. Plus, find out about the LLSA review article, Drug Box, Tox Box and Critical EKG. If you are interested in a complimentary issue or subscribing to Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, please visit: http://www.acep.org/cdem/products Be sure and connect on twitter: @DanyaKhoujah and @EM_NCC

In this episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Dr. Danya Khoujah and Dr. Wendy Chang review the October 2019 issue. In the first lesson, they discuss Rhabdomyolysis and why timely diagnosis is so important. The second lesson in the publication covers pediatric scrotal pain and swelling. Plus, find out about the LLSA review article, Drug Box, Tox Box and Critical EKG. If you are interested in a complimentary issue, or subscribing to Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, please visit: http://www.acep.org/cdem/products Be sure and connect on twitter: @DanyaKhoujah and @EM_NCC

In this month’s episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, Dr. Danya Khoujah and Dr. Wendy Chang discuss lessons from the September 2019 issue. First up, “Hard to Swallow”. Cold and flu season is coming, make sure you are prepared for the common and not so common sore throat complaint. Also, “Out of Joint” a lesson on should dislocations and soft tissue injuries. Of course, there is the Tox Box, Drug Box, Critical Image, Critical EKG and more. Twitter: @DanyaKhoujah and @em_ncc If you would like a complimentary issue of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine or want to subscribe, please visit: www.acep.org/cdem/products

In this episode of the Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine podcast, Dr. Danya Khoujah and Dr. Wendy Chang discuss the August 2019 issue. The lessons include pain management for the cancer patient and aortic dissection. Of course they also cover the LLSA review, Critical EKG, Critical Image, Drug Box, Tox Box and more! If you are interested in a complimentary issue of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine, please visit www.acep/org/cdem/products Follow on Twitter: @danyakhoujah and @em_ncc

In this month’s episode of Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine Danya and Wendy dive into Observation Medicine and Vaccination-Preventable Illnesses. In the first lesson, “Observation Deck” they discuss the criteria for the obs patient, where the patient should go for observation, and just how long the patient should expect to be under observation. The second lesson, “Warning Shots”, takes a look at the recent increase in vaccine-preventable illnesses and why clinicians need to dust off their understanding of these potentially dangerous diseases and be prepared to treat patients who present with them. They also discuss the LLSA review article, the Critical EKG, and much more. If you are interested in a complimentary issue or would like to subscribe, please visit www.acep.org/cdem/products

In this month’s "Critical Decisions in Emergency Medicine" podcast, your hosts Dr. Danya Khoujah and Dr. Wendy Chang discuss the June 2019 issue. The lessons include, “Current Events”, electrical and lightening injuries and “Indirect Pressure”, managing uncontrolled bleeding at noncompressible sites. They also review the Critical EKG, Critical Image, discuss the Tox Box, Drug Box and much more! To subscribe to CDEM or if you’d like a sample copy of the publication, please visit: acep.org/cdem/products Follow on Twitter: @DanyaKhoujah @em_ncc