Publications by authors named "K Bragg"

Introduction: Patients living with dementia as well as patients with neurological deficits are at significant risk for injury from multiple sources. Injuries may include falls, neglect, and, in some cases, self-injury. These patients require significant observation and closely monitored care.

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Background Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are commonly encountered in the emergency department (ED) in the United States. Limited data exist on the prevalence and risk factors for . , specifically within the ED.

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Healthcare providers in the emergency department (ED) diagnose and treat venous thrombus embolism (VTE). Current VTE clinical decision tools specifically mention estrogen but do not include the use of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). A male in the early third decade of life presented to the ED with complaints of left calf pain and subjective swelling for one week.

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Infectious tenosynovitis can involve both flexor and extensor tendons of the extremities. If left untreated, it can lead to high morbidity and mortality. Most emergency providers recognize the signs and symptoms of flexor and extensor tenosynovitis of the hand.

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