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Chest and abdominal x-rays are commonly requested in the emergency department.
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This module describes the management of presentations of non-traumatic subarachnoid haemorrhage in the ED.
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This session covers the diagnosis and initial management of a patient with acute aortic dissection.
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Acute dystonia is a common presentation to the ED. Most cases occur as a result of recreational or prescribed drugs.
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This module deals with the assessment and management of bradycardias in the ED.
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This module covers the assessment and management of broad complex tachycardia.
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This module looks at the aetiology, diagnosis and management of bifascicular block in the ED.
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This module identifies the clinical features of the different types of conjunctivitis and describes appropriate investigation and management.
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This module presents a logical approach to the assessment, diagnosis and management of soft-tissue hand injuries in the ED, including suggested indications for early hand specialist referrals.
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This module describes the different types of dental infection and the pathophysiology of their development.
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This module discusses the aetiology, presentation, management and disposition of patients with postmenopausal bleeding in the ED.
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This module deals with the assessment and management of patients with appendicitis.
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This session is the second one in the series dealing with thoracic injuries.
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This module is part one of two dealing with thoracic injuries. It is pitched at FRCEM examination standard and you are expected to be competent at leading a trauma response.
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This session covers the pathophysiology, clinical presentation and management of hypertensive emergencies
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Delirium, or acute confusional state, is a common cause of attendance to an ED. The high morbidity and mortality associated with this condition highlights the need for continuing review of the management of acutely-confused elderly patients.
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This module explores the presentations of children to the ED by concerned parents after a potential ingestion of a substance is common.
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Understanding mechanism of injury is a crucial aspect of managing patients who have suffered traumatic injuries. This module aims to provide an overview on attaining this information and its translation into patient care.
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This module looks at disorders of potassium metabolism, in particular the presentation of hypokalaemia and hyperkalaemia in the ED. It also covers the investigation and management of these conditions.
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This session covers the pathophysiology of pain, the use of pain assessment tools and typical analgesic agents used in the ED.
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This module covers the correct procedure for a thorough and comprehensive dermatological examination to allow the correct diagnosis of patients presenting to the ED with dermatological conditions.
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This module covers the assessment, treatment and management of patients presenting to the ED with primary blast injuries.
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Carbon monoxide poisoning still accounts for a significant number of cases and is associated with both morbidity and mortality through a spectrum of presentations due to both acute and chronic exposures.