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Interpreting ECGs

Myocardial infarction on ECG

, James F. Ginter, MPAS, PA-C

In this installment, the authors discuss how to interpret and diagnose myocardial infarction (MI) on an ECG.
 
When the Patient Asks

Does my child need fluoride supplements?

Fluoride has proven benefits in the prevention of cavities, but children may be exposed to too much fluoride. Parents should know how to monitor exposure to prevent dental fluorosis.
 
Case of the Month

Intermittent, longstanding bilateral mastalgia in a 35-year-old woman

, , Nicholas Ogami; Rebecca Hall

This patient's breast pain was severe when she was in cold environments but resolved in warm environments.
 
Emergency Medicine Notes

Expiration date

My patient died 45 minutes after he left the ER. His death was beautiful and awful, and I remember snapshot moments that will last to eternity.
 
Inside the AAPA Policy Manual

Inside the AAPA Policy Manual—January 2012

In this article, Jim Anderson, PA-C, ATC, describes the vital role of AAPA HOD Reference Committees and sheds light on their responsibilities in driving forward AAPA policy.
 

LGBT Health 2011

The author updates many of the resources mentioned in her previous blog posts about lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender health.
 

Is trauma care really free of bias?

Many health care providers believe trauma care is free of health disparities. But is subconscious bias actually influencing care based on race?
 


Are EHRs effective in preventing adverse drug events?

Electronic health records may try to detect and prevent adverse drug events, but a study reveals they are not doing a good job of it--at least, not yet.
 

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