
Episode 2: Excited Delirium
Emergency Medicine Cases
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Managing Excited Delirium and Hyperthermia
This chapter focuses on the critical management strategies for patients experiencing excited delirium, especially in cases of sympathomimetic overdose. It contrasts the use of ketamine and benzodiazepines while emphasizing the urgency of interventions for metabolic acidosis and hyperthermia. Through a patient case study, the importance of prompt medication administration and effective cooling methods are underscored to prevent severe complications.
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