Everyday Medicine for Physicians

Emergency physicians tend to jump toward IV fluids in many patients, but is that really best for the patient? Dr. Ryan Stanton looks in this episode at the research on whether it's better to get water from the tap or a bag.

The news wasn’t good when the American College of Emergency Physicians released its latest report card. The nation overall dropped from a C- in 2009 to a D+. Dr. Stanton talks about the report card in this episode and how emergency physicians must respond to facilitate positive change.

First responders, the lay public, and health care in general are moving away from traditional CPR to a hands-only approach. Dr. Stanton talks in this episode about why it is a good idea.

Frequent flyers are great for the aviation industry, but they are a frustrating reality of life in the ED. These "super users" are known for frequent visits and utilization of the ED, and Dr. Stanton talks in this episode about the reasons for "super users" and some of the tools that can assist in alleviating this phenomenon.

Politics is like being treated by a dentist who uses a jackhammer — it's painful but an important aspect of health care. As the landscape of medicine shifts, EPs must be on the front line in educating all sides on the needs, realities, and after-effects. In this episode, Dr. Stanton talks about some things the emergency provider can do on the local, state, and federal level to advocate for our profession and our patients.

A large percentage of ED patients present with elevated blood pressure of varying degrees. The big question is, should emergency physicians start treatment? Dr. Stanton talks in this episode about this problem and what EPs can and should do.