Does Administering Steroids for Cardiac Arrest Lead to Better Neurological Outcomes?
The Case A 54-year-old man is admitted to the observation unit to rule out an acute coronary…
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Does Administering Steroids for Cardiac Arrest Lead to Better Neurological Outcomes?
The Case A 54-year-old man is admitted to the observation unit to rule out an acute coronary... -
In Kids with Group A Strep, Do Steroids Shorten Illness Duration, Severity?
The best questions often stem from the inquisitive learner. As educators, we love, and are always humbled... -
Corticosteroids for Pediatric Pneumonia
Question: Do steroids improve clinical outcomes in cases of pediatric pneumonia? A Cochrane meta-analysis by Stern et...
In Kids with Group A Strep, Do Steroids Shorten Illness Duration, Severity?
The best questions often stem from the inquisitive learner. As educators, we love, and are always humbled…
Corticosteroids for Pediatric Pneumonia
Question: Do steroids improve clinical outcomes in cases of pediatric pneumonia? A Cochrane meta-analysis by Stern et…
Case Report: Man Presents with Foul-Smelling Leg Wound
The Case A 30-year-old man presented to the emergency department with a left leg wound that had…
Too Tough on Steroids?
Dr. Radecki’s article on steroids in sore throat is too quick to accept the study he cites…
Is Dexamethasone Helpful for Treating Pharyngitis?
In addition to our nominal business of handling true medical emergencies, typical emergency departments also provide care…
Understanding Diagnostic Criteria for Anaphylaxis, Anaphylactic Shock, Kounis Syndrome Critical to Initiating Lifesaving Treatment
Anaphylaxis is the quintessential medical emergency. While the vast majority of anaphylaxis cases are relatively benign, about…