"Diffusion of innovations": a feasibility study on the pericapsular nerve group block in the emergency department for hip fractures.

Objective: Hip fractures are associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve blocks are a safe method to manage pain and decrease opioid usage. The pericapsular nerve group (PENG) block is a novel, potentially superior block because of its motor-sparing effects.

Emergency planning in school-based athletics: a national survey of athletic trainers.

Objectives: To use nationally published guidelines to examine the preparedness of schools in the United States to respond to emergencies associated with school-based athletics.

Methods: A questionnaire, mailed to 1000 randomly selected members of the National Athletic Trainers' Association, included questions on the clinical background of the athletic trainer, the demographic features of their school, the preparedness of their school to manage life-threatening athletic emergencies, the presence of preventative measures to avoid potential sport-related emergencies, and the immediate availability of emergency equipment.

Results: Of the 944 questionnaires delivered, 643 (68%) were returned; of these, 521 (81%) were eligible for analysis (55% usable response rate).