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Signs, Symptoms, and Presentations

Abdominal Pain
Acute Pelvic Pain in Women
Acute Vaginal Bleeding
Back Pain
Chest Pain
Confusion
Constipation
Cyanosis
Depressed Consciousness and Coma
Diarrhea
Dizziness and Vertigo
Dyspnea
Fever in the Adult Patient
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Headache: Initial Approach
Hemoptysis
Jaundice
Nausea and Vomiting
Seizures: Initial Approach
Syncope
Weakness

Abdominal and Gastrointestinal Disorders

Anorectal Disorders
Appendicitis
Colitis, Ileitis, and Functional Bowel Disorders
Disorders of the Liver
Esophagus, Stomach, and Duodenum
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Disorders
Hernias
Infectious Gastroenteritis
Obstruction, Ischemia, Perforation, Peritonitis
Pancreatitis
Pediatric Gastrointestinal Disorders

Cardiovascular Disorders

Acute Coronary Syndromes - Diagnosis and Challenges Non-ST-Elevation
Acute Coronary Syndromes - Initial Workup Non-ST-Elevation
Acute Coronary Syndromes - Medical Therapies Non-ST-Elevation
Acute Coronary Syndromes - Surgical Invasive Management Non-ST-Elevation
Acute Coronary Syndromes - Special Patient Groups ST-Elevation
Acute Coronary Syndromes - Initial Medical Care ST-Elevation
Acute Coronary Syndromes - Reperfusion Strategies ST-Elevation
Acute Coronary Syndromes - Stabilization of Complications
Cardiac Failure
Cardiac Valve Disorders
Cardiomyopathies
Circulation: Aortic Aneurysms
Circulation: Aortic Dissection
Circulation: Hypertension - Emergency Management
Circulation: Peripheral Vascular Emergencies
Dysrhythmia: Basic Concepts
Dysrhythmia: Conduction Disorders
Dysrhythmia: Implantable Devices Dysrhythmia: Pharmacology
Dysrhythmia: Supraventricular
Dysrhythmia: Ventricular
Endocarditis and Myocarditis
Pericarditis/Pericardial Tamponade (Non-Traumatic)

Cutaneous Disorders

Cancers of the Skin
Cutaneous Infections
Dermatitis (Non-Infectious)
Maculopapular Lesions
Papular/Nodular Lesions
Ulcerative Lesions
Vesicular/Bullous Lesions

Endocrine, Metabolic, & Nutritional Disorders

Basic Science Review: Acid-Base Regulation
Basic Science Review: Regulation of Water and Osmolarity
Clinical Context: Acid-Base Disorders
Clinical Context: Alcoholic and Lactic Acidosis
Clinical Context: Osmol and Anion Gaps
Electrolyte Disorders: Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus
Electrolyte Disorders: Potassium
Electrolyte Disorders: Sodium, Chloride
Endocrine Disorders: Adrenal Gland
Endocrine Disorders: Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Endocrine Disorders: Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State
Endocrine Disorders: Hypoglycemia
Endocrine Disorders: Thyroid Gland
Miscellaneous: Alcohol-Related Disease

Environmental Disorders

Drowning
Electrical and Lightning Injuries
Frostbite
Heat-Related Illnesses
High Altitude Disorders
Hypothermia: Accidental
Marine Animal Envenomations and Injuries
Scuba Diving and Dysbarism
Venomous Animal Injuries: Arthropods
Venomous Animal Injuries: Reptiles

Eye, Ear, Nose & Throat Disorders

Eye: Assessment
Eye: Glaucoma
Eye: Inflammation and Infection
Eye: Pharmacology
Eye: Vascular Disorders
Nose: Infection and Inflammation
Oral Cavity: Medical Disorders
Otologic Infections
Otologic Signs, Symptoms, Presentations
Throat and Soft Tissue Neck: Medical Disorders

Hematologic and Oncologic Disorders

Disorders of Hemostasis: Factor Deficiencies
Disorders of Hemostasis: Platelets/Fibrinogen
Red and White Blood Cell Disorders
Selected Oncologic Emergencies
Transfusions

Immune System Disorders

Collagen Vascular/Immune Complex Disorders
Hypersensitivity Reactions
The Immunocompromised/Solid-Organ Transplant Patient

Systemic Infectious Disorders

Bacterial Infections: Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus
Bacterial Infections: Meningococcemia, Pneumococcemia
Bacterial Infections: MRSA, VRE, ESBL
Bacterial Infections: Pediatric I, II
Bacterial Infections: Tuberculosis
Coronavirus (SARS-COV-2, COVID-19)
COVID-19 During Pregnancy
Parasitic Infections
Sepsis Syndromes
Systemic Fungal Infections
Tick-Borne Illnesses
Viral Infections: Hantavirus
Viral Infections: HIV
Viral Infections: Influenza, Mononucleosis, Herpes
Viral Infections: Pediatric
Viral Infections: Rabies

Musculoskeletal Disorders (Non-Traumatic)

Bone and Joint Infections
Deep Soft Tissue Infections
Disorders of Muscles
Disorders of the Spine
Overuse Syndromes (incl. Tendinopathy and Bursitis)

Nervous System Disorders

Neurological Assessment
Central Nervous System Disorders: Delirium and Dementia
Central Nervous System Disorders: Demyelinating/Inflammatory
Central Nervous System Disorders: Seizures
Central Nervous System Disorders: Spinal Cord Syndromes
Central Nervous System Infections Headache Disorders
Stroke: Presentation
Stroke: Initial Work-Up
Stroke: Treatment
Pediatric Nervous System Disorders I, II
Neuromuscular Junction Disease
Peripheral Nervous System Disorders
Selected Cranial Nerve Disorders

Psychobehavioral Disorders

Emergency Psychiatric Evaluation
Schizophrenia/Psychotic Disorders
Somatic Symptom Disorders
Suicide Violence, Abuse, Neglect: Assault (incl. sexual)
Violence, Abuse, Neglect: Elderly Citizens

Renal and Urogenital Disorders

Male Genital Problems: Noninfectious
Nephropathy, Contrast-Induced
Nephroureterolithiasis
Renal Failure: Acute
Renal Failure: Chronic
Renal Transplantation
Sexually Transmitted Infections: Male
Urinary Retention
Urinary Tract Infection
Urological Assessment

Thoracic-Respiratory Disorders

Acute Upper Airway Disorders (Incl. Peds.)
Disorders Of Pleura, Mediastinum, And Chest Wall
Obstructive/Restrictive Diseases: Fibrosis/Emphysema/Exposures (Incl. Peds) I, II
Obstructive/Restrictive Diseases: Reactive Lower Airway Disorders (Incl. Peds)
Pulmonary Embolism/Hypertension/Edema Pulmonary Infections (Incl. Peds)

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Gynecologic Infections: Genital Lesions
Gynecologic Infections: Vaginal Discharge
Pregnancy: Acute Medical/Surgical Complications
Pregnancy: Acute Obstetric Complications
Pregnancy: General Approach to the Pregnant Patient
Pregnancy: Labor, Delivery and Their Complications
Pregnancy: Preexisting Medical Illness

Toxicologic Disorders

General Approach to the Poisoned Patient
Acetaminophen Toxicity
Antibiotics Toxicity and Side Effects
Anticholinergics Toxicity
Anticonvulsant Toxicity
Antidepressants Toxicity (incl. Serotonin Syndrome)
Antipsychotics Toxicity
Aspirin and NSAIDs Toxicity
Bronchodilator Toxicity
Cardiovascular Drug Toxicity
Caustic Ingestion
Cocaine and Other Sympathomimetics Toxicity
Hallucinogen Toxicity
Heavy Metal Toxicity
Hydrocarbon Toxicity
Inhaled Toxins
Lithium Toxicity
Opiate Toxicity
Pesticide Toxicity (incl. Organophosphates)
Sedatives and Hypnotics Toxicity (incl. Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines)
Toxic Alcohols
Toxic Plant Ingestions (incl. Mushrooms)

Traumatic Disorders

Bites - Mammals (incl. Humans)
Burns: Chemical
Burns: Thermal
EENT Trauma: Eye
EENT Trauma: Nose
EENT Trauma: Oral-Dental
EENT Trauma: Otologic
Orthopedic Injuries: Ankle
Orthopedic Injuries: Cervical Spine
Orthopedic Injuries: Femur and Hip
Orthopedic Injuries: Foot
Orthopedic Injuries: Hand
Orthopedic Injuries: Humerus and Elbow
Orthopedic Injuries: Knee and Lower Leg
Orthopedic Injuries: Shoulder
Orthopedic Injuries: Wrist and Forearm
Special Populations: Geriatric Trauma
Special Populations: Trauma in Pregnancy
Trauma: Abdominal
Trauma: Face
Trauma: Foreign Bodies
Trauma: Genitourinary
Trauma: Head
Trauma: Multiple and Blast Injuries
Trauma: Pelvic
Trauma: Peripheral Vascular Injury
Trauma: Soft Tissue Neck
Trauma: Spinal Cord
Trauma: Thoracic - Cardiovascular Injuries
Trauma: Thoracic - Chest Wall
Trauma: Thoracic - Esophageal Injuries
Trauma: Thoracic - Pulmonary Injuries

Airway, Ventilation, Resuscitation

Advanced Airway: Adult
Airway: Pediatric
Breathing: Ventilatory Support (Adult/Pediatric)
Resuscitation: Adult Cardiac
Resuscitation: Brain (After Cardiac Arrest)
Resuscitation: Neonatal
Resuscitation: Pediatric
Resuscitation: Shock
Resuscitation: Trauma

Procedural Sedation

Procedural Sedation: Adult
Procedural Sedation: Pediatric

Wound Management

Wound Management: General
Wound Management: Closure Techniques
Wound Management: Escharotomy
Wound Management: Incision and Drainage
Wound Management: Nail Trephination

EMS and Disaster Response Systems

Air and Ground EMS Transport
Disaster Preparedness
Disasters/Terrorism: Biological
Disasters/Terrorism: Chemical
Disasters/Terrorism: Explosives
Disasters/Terrorism: Radiation (incl. Nuclear)

Laws, Ethics, and Professionalism

Consent, Error Disclosure, and Other Ethical-Legal Challenges
EMTALA
End of Life Care
Optimizing Patient Safety
Optimizing Care During Conflict and Crisis
Optimizing Care of Culturally Diverse Populations
Physician Wellness and Impairment
Prevention and Control of Injury

Sample Question 1

A 48-year-old woman is brought in by emergency medical services after falling 10 feet from a tree and landing on her buttocks. She now presents complaining of pain to her posterior and anterior pelvic areas. She is hemodynamically stable, and full primary and secondary surveys reveal only tenderness to palpation around the pubic symphysis and sacral area.

Which of the following is correct regarding diagnostic imaging in this case?

The anteroposterior (AP) view is the most sensitive radiographic view for detecting bony displacement in pelvic fractures.
On the anteroposterior (AP) view, the symphysis is normally less than 10 mm wide.
The inlet and outlet views help visualize difficult-to-see sacral fractures and sacroiliac (SI) joint disruption.
Computed tomography (CT) does not offer an advantage over standard x-rays for diagnosing pelvic fractures.

Educational Objective:

Describe the approach to diagnostic imaging of pelvic injuries.

Key Point:

CT is the imaging modality of choice in evaluating the injured pelvis. When CT is not anticipated, inlet/outlet plain radiographs are superior to AP views.

Explanation:

Plain radiographs in the AP view are the most rapidly obtained imaging study in pelvic injury, and they are the most helpful as a screening test for unstable pelvic injury, particularly in patients who are hemodynamically unstable. In such films, the pubic symphysis is normally less than 5 mm wide and the SI joints are 2 to 4 mm wide.

Although AP plain films are helpful to identify pelvic injuries associated with major blood loss, they have insufficient sensitivity and specificity to definitively exclude more subtle pelvic fractures. CT, by contrast, is highly sensitive and specific, and it is the imaging modality of choice in stable patients with pelvic injuries. If CT is not anticipated, then inlet/outlet views of the pelvis increase the likelihood of detecting significant fracture and SI joint disruption. They should be considered in all patients with presumed stable anterior pelvic ring injuries with complaints of posterior pelvic pain for whom CT is not anticipated.

Reference:

Bond MC, Abraham MK. Pelvic trauma (chapter 48). In: Walls R, et al. Rosen’s Emergency Medicine: Concepts and Clinical Practice. 9th ed., 2018:577-592.

Sample Question 2

An 18-month-old girl with known asthma has been experiencing increased coughing for 24 hours. The cough has been accompanied by runny nose and vomiting. The child attends a large daycare and a number of children have been out with “colds.” Which of the following statements is most correct in regard to a potential asthma exacerbation in this child?

The child has most likely contracted an upper respiratory infection (URI), and this URI is acting as a trigger for an asthma exacerbation.
Girls are less likely than boys to experience asthma exacerbations; therefore, this child’s risk is for ongoing asthma is low.
It is unlikely that the child will experience an asthma exacerbation, because children who are in large daycare centers rapidly develop immunity to most upper respiratory pathogens.
The child most likely has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) associated with her asthma, and this is the likely cause of her increased cough and vomiting.
If the child were to develop fever, then she would most likely be experiencing pneumonia, not an asthma exacerbation.

This child has most likely contracted a URI, and this URI is acting as a trigger for an asthma exacerbation. There is certainly a correlation between GERD and asthma, but URI in a daycare setting is a more likely precipitator for an asthma exacerbation; in addition, the vomiting here most likely represents post-tussive vomiting, not GERD. It is more likely for children in large daycare centers to develop URIs. Girls and boys with asthma are equally likely to experience exacerbations, although the asthma diagnosis itself is less common in girls in this age group (10% vs 14%). Fever in this setting is more likely from the URI or a combination of URI and atelectasis from an asthma exacerbation. Pneumonia is possible and important to keep in mind, but it is less likely in this setting.

Reference:

Liu AH, et al. Childhood asthma. In: Kliegman RM, et al, eds. Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics. 19th ed., 2011:780-800.

Sample Question 3

An 8-year old boy with sickle cell disease is brought in by his parents for evaluation of right upper quadrant pain. They report he was well until 12 hours ago, when he complained of malaise and constant, burning pain in his right upper quadrant and epigastrium. He complains of nausea, and he has had several episodes of nonbilious, nonbloody emesis. He denies diarrhea. He has had no recent sick contacts.

On examination, he is ill-appearing and jaundiced. Vital signs are: temperature 38.3°C (101.0 °F), heart rate 130 beats/minute, blood pressure 95/55 mm Hg, respiratory rate 20 breaths/minute, and oxygen saturation 96% on room air.

He has scleral icterus. His abdomen is tender to palpation in the right upper quadrant, without rebound or guarding, but with marked hepatomegaly, which his family says is new. Right upper quadrant ultrasonography confirms hepatomegaly, and reveals cholelithiasis, but no gallbladder distension, wall thickening, or pericholecystic fluid.

Laboratory studies are notable for a hemoglobin level of 5.4 g/dL with 10% reticulocytes, normal creatinine, normal coagulation factors, normal transaminases, and a total bilirubin of 7 mg/dL

Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

acute, sickle cell–related intrahepatic cholestasis
acute, sickle cell–related cholecystitis
acute hepatic sequestration
acute sickle hepatic crisis

Educational  Objective:

Differentiate between causes of acute right upper quadrant pain in patients with sickle cell disease.

Key Point:

Abdominal complications causing right upper quadrant pain are common among patients with sickle cell disease, and several conditions may present similarly. Diagnosis requires careful assessment of laboratory work and imaging.

Explanation:

Abdominal complications in sickle cell disease are common, especially complications causing pain in the right upper quadrant. Cholecystitis, acute intrahepatic cholestasis, acute sickle hepatic crisis, and acute hepatic sequestration may present similarly. Differentiating between diagnoses requires evaluation of complete blood count, liver function tests, coagulation panel, and right upper quadrant ultrasonography.

Acute sickle hepatic crisis affects 10% of patients with sickle cell disease. Like cholecystitis, acute sickle hepatic crisis presents with right upper quadrant pain, fever, leukocytosis, and variable increases in serum transaminases and bilirubin levels; however, unlike cholecystitis, hepatomegaly also occurs. Treatment is supportive, with intravenous hydration and analgesia.

Acute hepatic sequestration occurs secondary to obstruction of sinusoidal flow by masses of sickled erythrocytes. In addition to right upper quadrant pain, fever, jaundice, and hepatomegaly, an acute drop in hemoglobin level with reticulocytosis occurs. Treatment focuses on transfusions to maintain blood volume.

Hemolysis precipitates the formation of pigmented gallstones in 70% of patients with sickle cell disease, increasing the risk of cholecystitis. Cholecystitis presents as right upper quadrant pain and tenderness, often with a positive Murphy sign, as well as leukocytosis and possibly mild transaminitis. Right upper quadrant ultrasonography will reveal gallstones and gallbladder distension, and, in the late stages, gallbladder wall thickening and pericholecystic fluid. As with adults, surgical consultation is indicated.

Acute intrahepatic cholestasis may represent a severe variant of acute sickle hepatic crisis. It occurs when widespread sickling within the hepatic sinusoids leads to vascular stasis and ischemia. Hypoxic damage leads to ballooning of hepatocytes and intracanalicular cholestasis. The presentation is initially similar to acute sickle hepatic crisis; however, striking jaundice develops, accompanied frequently by renal impairment, bleeding diathesis, and increasing encephalopathy. Patients with acute intrahepatic cholestasis often require exchange transfusion.

References:

Simon  E, Long B, Koyfman A. Emergency medicine management of sickle cell disease complications; an evidence-based update. J Emerg Med,. 2016;51(4):370-381.

Subramaniam S, Chao JH. Managing acute complications of sickle cell disease in pediatric patients. Pediatr Emerg Med Pract. 2016;13(11):1-28.

Maloney PJ. Gastrointestinal Disorders. (Chapter 171) In: Walls R, et al. Rosen’s Emergency Medicine: Concepts and Clinical Practice. 9th ed., 2018: 2126 -2144.e2

Sample Question 4

A 16-year-old female whose last menstrual period was 2 months ago presents with mild LLQ abdominal pain. She denies any history of sexually transmitted infections, vaginal discharge, bleeding, dyspareunia, or fever. The vital signs are as follows: T-37, HR-78, RR-14, and BP-112/80. Quantitative Hcg is 3500 mIU/ml. An ultrasound reveals an intrauterine pregnancy with a gestational age of about 7 weeks and with fetal heart tones. In addition, a 4 cm right-sided ovarian cyst is noted and minimal free fluid in the cul-de-sac. The left ovary and ovarian tube are visible and appear normal. The most appropriate next step in management is:

Check urinalysis
Admit to hospital for observation
Surgical consultation to rule out appendicitis
Discharge home with reassurance
Stat OB/GYN consultation

Educational Objective:

Discuss further workup of a pregnant patient with abdominal pain and a normal ultrasound.

Key Point:

Urinary tract infections are common in pregnant women and should be ruled out.  

Explanation:

This identification of a live IUP by ultrasound with no adnexal abnormality other than a benign appearing cyst excludes ectopic pregnancy with relative certainty in this patient. Other causes of abdominal pain should be sought in light of the normal ultrasound result. 

Reference:

Lipsky AM. Acute Pelvic Pain(Chapter 30) In: Walls R, et al. Rosen’s Emergency Medicine: Concepts and Clinical Practice. 9th ed., 2018: 262-269.e1

Sample Question 5

According to the US Preventative Services Task Force, which of the following asymptomatic patients should be screened for an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)?

A 65 year-old woman with hypertension, diabetes, and carotid stenosis
A 70 year-old man with hypertension and a recent MI
A 65 year-old man with mild COPD who has a 10 pack-year history of smoking and quit 20 years ago
A 55 year-old woman who has smoked 2 packs of cigarettes per day for the last 35 years and continues to smoke.

In summary, the 2005 US Preventive Services Task Force recommends the following AAA screening:

One-time screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) by ultrasonography in men aged 65 to 75 who have ever smoked. Grade B Recommendation.
No recommendation for or against screening for AAA in men aged 65 to 75 who have never smoked. Grade C Recommendation.
Recommendation against routine screening for AAA in women. Grade D Recommendation.

Note that the only altering factor is smoking. Comorbidities (hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, etc) do not influence these recommendations. The website is publicly available and has several attached PDF files with details on these recommendations.

References:

“Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: Screening.” Final Update Summary: Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: Screening - US Preventive Services Task Force.

“Clinical Guidelines and Recommendations.” AHRQ--Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality: Advancing Excellence in Health Care, U.S. HHS: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, 17 Nov. 2014.

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