Episode 26 - The Spinal Cord

Published: April 2, 2015, 1:11 a.m.

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We review use of longboards and cervical collars for spinal immobilization using the \\xa0new ACEP statement and posts by ScanCrit (Curse of the Cervical Collar,\\xa0Cervical Collar RIP,\\xa0\\xa0Cervical Collars Slashed From Guidelines), a post by Dr. Minh Le Cong from PHARM, and this Medest118 post\\xa0(in addition to new policy statement from ACEP)\\xa0

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Then, we delve into core content pearls on differentiating spinal shock from neurogenic shock, the incomplete cord syndromes such as anterior cord syndrome, central cord syndrome, and Brown Sequard syndrome, as well as a quick and dirty review of key spinal reflexes. \\xa0We do this using\\xa0Tintinalli, and Rosen\'s as a guide.\\xa0

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As always, visit\\xa0foamcast.org\\xa0for show notes and the generously donated Rosh Review questions.

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Thanks y\'all!

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-Jeremy Faust and Lauren Westafer

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