Emergency Medicine: Common Challenges for Adults and Children

Emergency Medicine: Common Challenges for Adults and Children
Mon Feb 06, 2023 - Thu Feb 09, 2023
7:30am-12:50pm EST
Zota Beach Resort, Longboat Key, Florida
SEMLA-3720230206
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Presented By

Presenter

  • Sarah Dubbs, MD, FAAEM, FACEP (Learn More)
    Assistant Professor and Residency Program Director, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Maryland School of Medicine
  • Mark Joffe (Learn More)
    Professor Emeritus, Perelmean School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania; Director, Community Pediatric Medicine, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, PA
  • David Lane MD (Learn More)
    Medical Director, Department of Emergency Medicine, Osceola Regional Medical Center; Chairman, University of Central Florida College of Medicine/HCA GME, Consortium Emergency Medicine Residency of Greater Orlando

Course Outline

Day 1

Respiratory Distress in Young Children (Joffe) 

After this lecture the participant will be able to:COMP

  1. List the differential diagnosis of common and not so common causes of respiratory distress in young children.
  2. Choose appropriate diagnostic tests and explain why some tests are not indicated for young children with respiratory distress
  3. Discuss the relative effectiveness of bronchodilators, steroids, high-flow nasal cannula and non-invasive ventilation in the treatment of young children with various respiratory diseases.

Dilemma of the Foreign Body – Aspirated or Ingested (Joffe)

Upon completion of this session, using evidence-based medicine, the participant should be able to: EBM, COMP

  1. Distinguish the epidemiology and clinical presentation of aspirated versus ingested foreign bodies.
  2. Analyze the rationale for radiographic evaluation of children with a history of foreign body ingestion.
  3. Review the diagnostic approach and radiographic interpretation of children with aspirated foreign bodies.

Nasty Nosebleeds: The Epistaxis Playbook (Dubbs)

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Describe multiple methods of management for patients presenting with epistaxis from first-line treatment to more complex interventions.
  2. Develop a plan and approach to persistent, severe epistaxis.
  3. Provide improved education and anticipatory guidance to patients being discharged after treatment for epistaxis.
  4. Outline the indications for transfer, consultation, and advanced management modalities in severe epistaxis.

Up to your Eyeballs- Can’t-Miss Eye Emergencies (Dubbs)

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Outline the applications and basic operation of ophthalmologic examination equipment- ophthalmoscope, wood’s lamp, slit lamp, and tonometer.
  2. Describe the presentations and exam findings of key ocular emergencies.
  3. Describe the management of key ocular emergencies.
  4. Describe essential elements of documentation regarding eye complaints for improved medical communication and medicolegal protection.

“I Gotta Push!” Emergent Deliveries in the ED (Dubbs)

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Describe the risks and pitfalls of emergency department deliveries.
  2. Understand what equipment and resources are needed to be prepared for ED deliveries.
  3. Describe delivery techniques for complicated emergent birth on arrival.
  4. Describe essential elements of documentation regarding emergent deliveries for improved medical communication and medicolegal protection.

Day 2

Approach to Febrile Infants and Toddlers (Joffe)

Upon completion of this session, using published guidelines and evidence-based medicine, the participant should be able to:EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Assess the risks of various management strategies of febrile infants less than 2 months of age.
  2. Appraise recent data concerning the clinical approach to febrile young infants.
  3. Appraise data concerning the diagnostic evaluation of febrile children 3-24 months of age.
  4. Recognize the changing epidemiology of invasive bacterial infections secondary to widespread vaccination practices.

Pediatric Emergency Radiology (Joffe)

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to:COMP

  1. Assess the radiographic findings after case description.
  2. Diagnose various pediatric conditions after case description and radiographic assessment.

The Crashing Cancer Patient (Dubbs)

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to:COMP

  1. Outline cancer-specific factors that affect sepsis management
  2. Apply ultrasound skills to identify critical, intervenable causes of hemodynamic instability in cancer patients
  3. Recognize communication pitfalls to avoid when caring for critically ill cancer patient.

PE Pearls and Pitfalls (Dubbs)

Upon the completion of this session, the participant should be able to:

  1. Recognize typical and atypical presentations of acute pulmonary embolism
  2. Perform risk stratification of patients for pulmonary embolism
  3. Describe management options for pulmonary embolism based on evidence and guidelines

Demystifying Transfusion (Dubbs)

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Identify and anticipate which patients are at risk for transfusion complications.
  2. Recognize and manage transfusion complications.
  3. Outline options and indications for special blood products to be used for transfusion.

Day 3

A Walk in the Woods: Ticks and Tickborne Illness (Lane)

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to:EBM, COMP

  1. Explore tick types, distribution, life cycles and their interaction with mammals.
  2. Determine the management of a patient with a recent tick bite.
  3. Review and understand the many tick-borne illnesses and treatment approaches using evidence-based medicine.
  4. Discuss the long-term ramifications of tick-borne illnesses.

Anemia Top Ten (Lane)

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Understand the terminology and definitions of anemia.
  2. Distinguish the different types of anemia.
  3. Examine the dynamic decision on transfusion.
  4. Be prepared for the transfusion discussion with patients and family members.

Hypertensive Emergencies (Lane)

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Define both Hypertensive Urgency and Hypertensive Emergency.
  2. Review the impact of end-organ and potential outcomes.
  3. Understand the medical management of hypertensive emergencies using evidence-based medicine.
  4. Discuss admission criteria using current guidelines.
  5. Explore an approach to asymptomatic hypertension.

Fluid and Electrolyte Emergencies (Joffe)

Upon completion of this session, using AAP guidelines and evidence-based medicine, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. Assess the degree of dehydration in children based on factors evaluated in recently published research.
  2. Utilize oral rehydration and subcutaneous rehydration in appropriately selected pediatric patients.
  3. Discuss the presentations and treatment of children with abnormalities in serum sodium and potassium concentrations.

Medical Errors in Pediatrics (Joffe)

Upon completion of this session, the participant
should be able to: EBM, COMP

  1. Demonstrate root cause analysis and perform it on cases of medical errors that involve children.
  2. Assess specific, evidence-based risks for medication errors and strategies to reduce their occurrence.
  3. Review issues in sleep physiology that relate to medical error risks, and make evidence-based recommendations for sleep management.

Day 4

Asthma Update (Lane)

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: GL, COMP

  1. Understand severity determination and definitions.
  2. Understand the testing options and their value in different circumstances.
  3. Design a standard treatment plan for mild to moderate severity asthma using current guidelines.
  4. Know the supplemental options for severe asthma exacerbation.
  5. Review admission indications and discharge planning.

EM Speed Training + Against Medical Advice (Lane)

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: COMP

  1. Recognize strategies for accelerating patient care in an Urgent Care or Emergency Department setting./li>
  2. Be the Clinician you would want for your family.
  3. Discuss speed strategies for special circumstances.
  4. Define the challenges of patients leaving Against Medical Advice.
  5. Provide strategies to navigate the AMA discharge.
  6. Highlight and discuss common physician concerns regarding AMA.

UTI and Pyelonephritis (Lane)

Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to: EBM, COMP

  1. Define Simple vs. Complicated UTI and Pyelonephritis
  2. Review the epidemiology, risk factors, and microbiology related to both UTI and Pyelonephritis.
  3. Understand the spectrum of clinical presentation for both UTI and Pyelonephritis.
  4. Recognize the available diagnostic tools used in the evaluation of UTI and Pyelonephritis
  5. Design an effective treatment approach for both UTI and Pyelonephritis.

Diagnosis and Misdiagnosis of Appendicitis in Childhood (Joffe)

Upon completion of this session, using evidence-based medicine, the participant should be able to: EBM COMP

  1. Review the pathophysiology of appendicitis.
  2. Associate the pathophysiology of appendicitis with the signs and symptoms.
  3. Analyze various diagnostic approaches to appendicitis in childhood.
  4. Criticize the care provided in several cases of appendicitis missed at the time of initial ED evaluation.

Pediatric Abdominal Emergencies (Non-appendiceal) (Joffe)

Upon completion of this session, using evidence-based medicine and published guidelines, the participant should be able to: EBM, GL, COMP

  1. List the leading causes of abdominal emergencies in children in different age groups.
  2. Discuss the pathophysiology and time course for effective intervention for the more common abdominal emergencies in childhood.
  3. Choose the most appropriate diagnostic modalities for children presenting with symptoms of common abdominal emergencies.

Accreditation

AMA
American Medical Seminars, Inc. designates this live activity for a maximum of 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Venue

4711 Gulf of Mexico Drive
Zota Beach Resort, Longboat Key
Florida
34228
United States

Zoto Pool

Welcome to Zota Beach Resort. Beautifully located on the Gulf of Mexico, Longboat’s newest luxury beach resort features modern architectural touches along with stylish accommodations and distinctive dining experiences that reflect the relaxed ambiance of Florida’s West Coast.

At Zota Beach Resort, you’ll enjoy relaxed beachfront luxury along with easy access to the upscale shopping, entertainment, and restaurants at St. Armands Circle. You are also invited to indulge in a variety of resort amenities ideal for family vacations and romantic weekend getaways, including our sun-drenched outdoor pool area and chic wine bar.

  • DISCOUNTED daily Resort Fee of $39.00 to $10.00
  • 187 contemporary guestrooms & suites
  • Exceptional beachfront setting on Longboat Key
  • Secluded island ambiance
  • Sun-drenched outdoor pool area
  • Viento Kitchen + Bar
  • Easy access to two international airports
  • Close to upscale shopping and dining at St. Armands Circle

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Things To Do

Immerse Yourself In Sarasota 

Let us help with your area attractions and things to do. As one of the top family vacation destinations in America, Sarasota is renowned for its cultural and environmental amenities. Not only are we home to the #2 beach in the United States as voted by TripAdvisor in 2022, but Sarasota is a mecca for patrons of the arts and has the highest concentration of Zagat® rated restaurants in Florida. It’s no wonder Sarasota was ranked one of the Top 100 Best Places to Visit in Florida in 2022 by US News and World Report. 

Sarasota offers a truly impressive blend of leisure, shopping, remarkable cuisine and popular attractions. As Florida’s cultural capital, you can’t go wrong with our museums, plays, symphony, or Sarasota’s very own opera house.

So sail into a breathtaking sunset, golf on lush green fairways, explore unspoiled fishing waters or just relax and sink your toes into the finest beach sands in the world.

If you’re not grabbing your sunblock already, keep reading about all that Sarasota has to offer.

Sarasota Beaches

With numerous beaches to choose from, the most notable being Siesta Key Beach with its quartz crystal, powdered sugar white sand. For those who prefer to go shelling, try out Lido Key or take a short drive to Venice Beach to hunt for fossilized shark’s teeth.

Area Attractions

From aquarium, to a spring training baseball game, and botanical gardens to airboat tours of gators in their natural habitat, there is something for everyone! Make sure you check out the events calendar for annual traditions including our very own Chalk Festival and the Siesta Key Master Sand Sculpture Contest.

Dining

Whether you prefer fine dining, beachfront or lighter fare, Sarasota has the highest concentration of Zagat® rated restaurants in Florida. Our award-winning dining overlooks world-class beaches, and stunning skylines, and fills downtown Sarasota. Many offer outdoor dining that can be enjoyed year-round!

Arts & Culture

The historical John and Mable Ringling Museum of Arts is the state art museum of Florida. These palatial grounds are home to a world-renowned collection of Rubens, the Circus Museum, Ca’d’Zan, Ringling’s Mansion, and Bayfront Gardens. You will also find the historic Asolo Theater on the premises. But that’s not all, Sarasota’s performing arts rival those of much larger cities.

Sports & Outdoor Activities

Voted as 2014’s Best Sport Friendly Vacations Destination by Sports Events Magazine, Sarasota and the surrounding area has over 25 golf courses, a world-class aquatics, and rowing facility, and one of the largest polo clubs in the country! Whether paddle boarding in the Sarasota Bay or running the Legacy Trail, you’re sure to find something that gets your heart racing!

Shopping

Whatever your shopping preferences are, Sarasota has something to suit your needs. Spend the afternoon in historical St. Armand’s Circle, visit the Ellenton Outlet Mall just 20 minutes North or enjoy our newest addition- the high-end shops of University Town Center (more than 100 stores).



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