While the pathophysiology of excited delirium syndrome is complex and poorly understood (Li et al, 2019), it has two common potential triggers: acute drug use; and psychiatric illness (Ordoobadi and...
Prior to the introduction of the MCA, emergency medical treatment given to an incapacitated adult was done using the doctrine of necessity. The doctrine of necessity is a concept in common law—this...
Immediate manual inline immobilisation was initiated to prevent further secondary injuries from a possible undiagnosed c-spine fracture, while a primary survey was undertaken. This survey provides a...
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