Endocrine

Thyroid Storm in the Emergency Department

Christopher Eric McCoy, MD, MPH* and Reid Honda, MD*

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21980/J8234RIssue 4:3 No ratings yet.
By the end of this simulation-based session, the learner will be able to: 1) Recognize the signs and symptoms of thyroid storm and appropriately diagnose a patient with thyroid storm. 2) Choose appropriate medications for the treatment of thyroid storm. 3) Determine the appropriate disposition for a patient presenting in thyroid storm. 4) Discuss the rationale behind each drug used to treat thyroid storm. 5) List at least three precipitants of thyroid storm.
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Novel Emergency Medicine Curriculum Utilizing Self-Directed Learning and the Flipped Classroom Method: Endocrine and Metabolic Emergencies Small Group Module

Geremiah G Emerson, MD*, Andrew King, MD*, Margaret Krebs, MD*, Diane Gorgas, MD*, Sandra P Spencer, MD^ and Michael G Barrie, MD*

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21980/J8792MIssue 3:4 No ratings yet.
We aim to teach the presentation and management of endocrine emergencies through the creation of a flipped classroom design. This unique, innovative curriculum utilizes resources chosen by education faculty and resident learners, study questions, real-life experiences, and small group discussions in place of traditional lectures. In doing so, a goal of the curriculum is to encourage self-directed learning, improve understanding and knowledge retention, and improve the educational experience of our residents.
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In-Flight Emergency: Altered Mental Status Secondary to Hypoglycemia

Nichole Niknafs, DO*, Robert Katzer, MD^ and Alisa Wray, MD^

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21980/J84M01 Issue 3:3 No ratings yet.
By the end of this simulation session, learners will be able to: 1) Discuss the challenges associated with in-flight emergencies. 2) List what is available in United States (US) commercial airline medical kits. 3) Discuss an appropriate differential diagnosis for a patient with altered mental status (AMS). 4) Demonstrate appropriate treatment of hypoglycemia. 5) Describe possible complications in diabetic patients with insulin pumps when flying. 6) Review the legal ramifications of responding to an in-flight emergency.
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