What is the prevalence of orthostatic hypotension in an Australasian emergency department population?

Objective: Orthostatic hypotension (OH) is associated with increased morbidity and there is limited research on the prevalence in the Australian ED population. The aim was to determine the prevalence of OH in an Australian ED population. Secondary outcomes included any associations of OH with symptoms, presenting complaints, patient demographics, or hospital admission, and the timing of OH findings.

Droperidol versus ondansetron for nausea treatment within the emergency department.

Objective: A randomised single-blind trial was undertaken in an adult ED population, comparing the effectiveness of droperidol 2.5 mg IV with ondansetron 8 mg IV for the treatment of nausea and vomiting.

Methods: Patients were randomly allocated to receive droperidol (n = 60) or ondansetron (n = 60).