Cohort, cross sectional, and case-control studies are collectively referred to as observational studies. Often these studies are the only practicable method of studying various problems, for example, ...

Hot debriefing (HoD) describes a structured team-based discussion which may be initiated following a significant event. Benefits may include improved teamwork, staff well-being and identification of ...

Background Dextrose is commonly administered with insulin during the management of hyperkalaemia to avoid hypoglycaemia. Previous research has evaluated the incidence of hypoglycaemia; however, none ...

Introduction Weight estimation of both adult and paediatric patients is often necessary in emergency or low-resource settings when it is not possible to weigh the patient. There are many methods for ...

During a recent 4-year period, 381 patients were admitted with injuries sustained from falls. Equal numbers of patients were less than and greater than 50 years of age and included 53 children (less ...

Correspondence to Dr Erica E M Lee, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada; ericlee{at}toh.ca Background In many EDs, emergency physicians (EPs) do not have admitting ...

Ninety-six people died following a crowd crush at the Hillsborough Football Stadium, Sheffield, UK in 1989. The cause of death in nearly all cases was compression asphyxia. The clinical and ...

Background The goal of delivering ‘the right care in the right place, first time’ is central to the Advanced Paramedic Practitioner (APP) led Integrated Care Hub (APPICH). This hub co-locates APPs ...

Correspondence to Dr Tanuj S Lad, Newham University Hospital Chest Clinic, Bart's NHS Trust, Shrewsbury Road, Forest Gate, London E7 8QP, UK; tanujlad{at}yahoo.com Introduction The incidence of ...