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Emergency Medicine Cases

Ep 195 Management of Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

May 28, 2024
48:33
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Dr. Katie Lin and Dr. Jeff Perry discuss essential priorities in managing subarachnoid hemorrhage, including CT plus CTA, nimodipine use, and preventing rebleeding. They highlight prognostic tools for patient counseling. The podcast explores optimizing care, vasospasm, seizure prophylaxis, neuroprognostication, acute management strategies, and emerging trends in emergency medicine.
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Quick takeaways

  • Prompt diagnosis and management are crucial in subarachnoid hemorrhage to prevent adverse outcomes.
  • Maintaining euvolemia and proactive monitoring help minimize risks of delayed cerebral ischemia in SAH patients.

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Key Initial Priorities in Managing the Undifferentiated Crashing Brain Patient

In managing undifferentiated crashing brain patients, it is crucial to prioritize key initial actions. First, checking glucose levels is vital, especially for those with neurologic complaints or altered level of consciousness. Performing a quick neuroexam, focusing on GCS, eyes, and motor functions, helps identify signs of herniation or deterioration. Avoiding hypotension and hypoxia at all costs is essential, considering early airway management for specific indications. Lastly, swiftly getting the patient to a CT scanner for diagnosis and treatment initiation is crucial to improve outcomes.

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