April 2013 Posts

Seizures

We encounter seizure disorders frequently in the ED.  In this episode, we’ll review all the important points about seizures including the confusing and difficult topic of pseudosezures.  We’ll also go in depth on the ED treatment of seizures and status epilepticus.

Seizures podcast

Seizures Show Notes (Word Format)

Seizures Show Notes (PDF)

Links mentioned in the podcast

Rapid oral loading of Phenytoin (dilantin) from Academic Life in Emergency Medicine

Status epilepticus algorithm pocket guide (pediatric but it works for adults too)