Emergency Medicine Board Bombs

Guest: Stevens Johnson Syndrome, A dermatologic nightmare. Topics discussed: Severe mucotaneous reactions, distinguishing between Stevens Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis, prevalence and demographics of Stevens Johnson Syndrome, personal experiences with the condition and its triggers, causes and complications of Stevens Johnson Syndrome.

We're talking about some CLASSIC rashes on this bonus episode. This is a sneak peak into the Rapid Bombs Podcast and all the juicy pearls you get from this interactive question bank. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here. www.emboardbombs.com/interactive-question-bank/ Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Husain, Iltifat. 194. Skin Rash Mashup. October 12th, 2023. Accessed [date].

If there was an option of taking boards or just doing a spelling bee and correct pronunciation on all the anticoagulant drugs, which one would be easier? Let's quickly review this high yield subject and common ED scenario. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here. emboardbombs.com/interactive-question-bank/ Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 193. Anticoag reversal: try spelling these drugs. October 8th, 2023. Accessed [date]. https://www.emboardbombs.com/podcasts/193-anticoag-reversal-try-spelling-these-drugs/

Discussion on a rare but life-threatening diagnosis, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP), emphasizing its clinical manifestations, diagnostic criteria, and treatment options. The hosts also address common misconceptions about TTP and highlight the importance of accurate rash description in the diagnosis of the condition.

Like pork? May want to set down your BBQ sandwich before listening to this episode. Let’s talk about a rare diagnosis and a great differential for brain masses. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here: emrapidbombs.supercast.com. Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 191. BBQ and Brain masses. September 25th, 2023. Accessed [date].

Enjoy going to chiropractors to get your back and neck cracked? Listen to this episode first. Let’s talk about a scary, uncommon cause of stroke in young people. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here: emrapidbombs.supercast.com. Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Husain, Iltifat. 190. Cranial Artery dissection and Boba tea. September 18th, 2023. Accessed [date].

This episode discusses the criteria for diagnosing sepsis, prompt antibiotic administration, target mean arterial pressure (MAP) goal for septic shock patients, use of balanced crystalloids for resuscitation, early initiation of vasopressors, importance of source control, role of hydrocortisone, need for LP in meningitis cases, and the significance of early intervention in septic shock and sepsis.

You spent wayyyyy too much time learning G6PD in med school. Don’t remember that? Yeah, we don’t either. But it’s okay- time to cover a much more important hematology subject: hemophilia. How to manage bleeding, what to look out for, and how to easily nail it on the boards. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here: emrapidbombs.supercast.com. Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Husain, Iltifat. 188. Hemophilia: if paper cuts could kill. August 28th, 2023. Accessed [date].

Skunks, bats, foxes, dogs, and even raccoons. Friendly Disney animals? Not anymore. Let’s talk about rabies- when to vaccinate, when not to, and good board-relevant info that will help you save a patient’s wallet (and life too). Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here: emrapidbombs.supercast.com. Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake; Wosiski-Kuhn, Marlena. 187. Rabies: don’t mess with skunks. August 6th, 2023. https://www.emboardbombs.com/podcasts/186-is-charcoal-ever-the-right-answer. Accessed [date]

We’re covering a unique overdose you might have seen before: bupropion. Also, we’re covering some weird pearls for toxicology. Let’s get to it in this short, action-packed episode. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here: emrapidbombs.supercast.com. Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake. 186. Is charcoal EVER the right answer?. July 31st, 2023. https://www.emboardbombs.com/podcasts/186-is-charcoal-ever-the-right-answer. Accessed [date]