Life-threatening presentations include cardiac arrest, stroke, severe sepsis, anaphylaxis, and multi-system trauma (e.g., from motor vehicle accidents).
Defibrillation, cardiac monitoring, and central line insertion. Clinical Emergency Medicine
Clinical Emergency Medicine (EM) is a high-intensity specialty focused on the immediate evaluation, stabilization, and management of patients with acute and undifferentiated illnesses or injuries. Established as a formal specialty in 1979, it has evolved into a global system of care that addresses all disorders and acuities across all age groups at any time. Established as a formal specialty in 1979, it
Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS), such as the FAST exam for trauma. The primary goal is to stabilize the patient's
This fundamental process categorizes patients by the severity of their condition, ensuring those with life-threatening issues (e.g., cardiac arrest, major trauma) are treated before those with stable conditions.
The primary goal is to stabilize the patient's immediate physiology and determine the next step in their care, such as hospital admission to an ICU or general floor, transfer to a specialized center, or safe discharge. Common Conditions and Procedures