Does cleaning of venipuncture site with alcohol affect blood ethanol concentration?

Background: It is important to accurately determine the blood ethanol concentration (BEC) to ensure appropriate diagnosis and treatment of patients in the emergency department (ED) and protect their legal rights. This study aimed to determine whether sterilization of venipuncture site with ethanol, which is frequently used in practice in the ED would affect BEC.

Methods: Venous blood samples were collected by two consecutive techniques from 94 individuals who were admitted to the ED, had an indication for BEC measurement, and volunteered to participate in the study.

Epidemiologic Characteristics of Patients Admitted to Emergency Department with Dermatological Complaints; a Retrospective Cross sectional Study.

Introduction: Dermatological diseases constitute 5-8% of all emergency department (ED) visits. However, little is known about these patients. The aim of this study is to determine the epidemiologic characteristics of patients admitted to ED with dermatological complaints.

Point-of-Care Ultrasonography to Assist in the Diagnosis and Management of Subluxation of the Radial Head in Pediatric Patients: A Case Series.

Background: A subluxation of the radial head (SRH) is a clinical condition that commonly occurs in children under 6 years of age. History and physical examination findings typically include a child who presents with an elbow held in extension and with forearm pronation, after having suffered significant longitudinal traction on the arm, or after a fall on an outstretched hand. The diagnosis is often clinically obvious.

Diagnostic Value and Effect of Bedside Ultrasound in Acute Appendicitis in the Emergency Department.

Objective: Early and accurate diagnosis of acute appendicitis (AA) with ultrasound (US) can minimize the morbidity and mortality of the patients. In this regard, US can help emergency physicians (EPs) in the diagnosing process and clinical decision making for AA. Therefore, we primarily aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of point-of-care US (POCUS) in clinical decision making of EPs for the diagnostic evaluation for AA in the emergency department (ED).

Comparison of the C-MAC video laryngoscope to the Macintosh laryngoscope for intubation of blunt trauma patients in the ED.

Objectives: We aimed to compare the performance of the C-MAC video laryngoscope (C-MAC) to the Macintosh laryngoscope for intubation of blunt trauma patients in the ED.

Material And Methods: This was a prospective randomized study. The primary outcome measure is overall successful intubation.

Comparison of the C-MAC Videolaryngoscope and Rigid Fiberscope with Direct Laryngoscopy in Easy and Difficult Airway Scenarios: A Manikin Study.

Background: Intubation is a fundamental skill in maintaining adequate oxygenation and ventilation of seriously ill patients.

Objectives: To compare the C-MAC video laryngoscope and Bonfils intubation fiberscope with direct laryngoscopy in simulated easy and difficult airway scenarios.

Methods: This was a prospective, randomized-controlled cross-sectional study.

The role of nitric oxide in predicting revisit of patients with exacerbated chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is associated with high mortality and morbidity.

Objective: The aim of the present study was to determine the role of nitric oxide (NO) and other possible factors in predicting the revisit of patients with COPD exacerbation to the emergency department (ED).

Methods: This is a prospective cohort study on patients with exacerbated COPD in the ED setting.

Upper cervical spine movement during intubation with different airway devices.

Unlabelled: Prevention of secondary neurologic injury is critical during the airway management of a trauma patient. Trauma patients are assumed to have an unstable cervical spine (C-spine) until proven otherwise: orotracheal intubation during airway management may result in a certain amount of C-spine movement. This study, therefore, aimed to compare C-spine movement within different advanced airway devices (Macintosh blade, McCoy Blade, LMA, I-LMA, and Combitube) during airway management.