Journal Club (December 2025)

Pediatric DKA Case Study

In this month’s episode, our hosts explore a pediatric case involving diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Join Mike and Fabs as they walk through early recognition, key assessment findings, and the critical decisions involved in managing fluid resuscitation and preventing complications. View the photo Dr. Fabs talks about here: https://tonedeaf.thebrag.com/axl-rose-mickey-rourke/

Journal Club (December 2025)

Mike and Fabs are back with another Journal Club episode! This month, our hosts discuss three Educational Pearls covering a wide range of topics in prehospital care. Follow along as we discuss each snippet by reading the UMEM articles below. More Data Supporting Using the Clinical Frailty Scale [https://umem.org/educational_pearls/4916/] How Far is Too Far for a Public Access AED? [https://umem.org/educational_pearls/4934/] Prehospital Analgesia Options for Traumatic Pain [https://umem.org/educational_pearls/4914/]

Journal Club (August 2025)

Mike and Fabs are back with another Journal Club episode! This month, our hosts discuss four Educational Pearls covering a wide range of topics in prehospital care. Follow along as we discuss each snippet by reading the UMEM articles below. PECARN: It Rules the Abdomen, too! [https://em.umaryland.edu/educational_pearls/4856/] From Zero to Hero - Flat Positioning is Best for Patients with LVO Awaiting Thrombectomy [https://umem.org/educational_pearls/4855/] Quality improvement project aimed at improving documentation of correct endotracheal tube placement at transfer of care in the ED. [https://umem.org/educational_pearls/4860/] Predicting NIV Failure [https://umem.org/educational_pearls/4866/]

Pediatric Pain Case Study

In this month's episode, our hosts explore a scenario in which a young child is experiencing pain and distress after falling off the monkey bars. Join Mike and Fabs as they learn more about initial assessments, establishing pain severity, and how to communicate effectively with family members.

From Lips to Lungs: A Journey in Centimeters

Join our hosts this week on a journey from the lips to the lungs as they discuss proper endotracheal tube placement. This quick segment explores several ways of calculating depth, focusing on individualized care for the patient.