Structured walkthroughs for common emergency department procedures — indications, contraindications, kit checklists, step-by-step technique, complications, and post-procedure care. Built for the trainee about to do it for the first time, and the clinician who wants a quick refresher before they start.
Radial and femoral approaches, ultrasound guidance, troubleshooting, complications.
Internal jugular and femoral CVC, ultrasound technique, sterile setup, confirmation.
Sites, device technique, confirmation, infusion under pressure, contraindications.
Landmark and ultrasound-guided technique, local anaesthetic dosing, neck of femur fractures.
Forearm fracture analgesia and IV regional anaesthesia for reduction, safety checks.
Ring block, local infiltration, maximum doses, adrenaline considerations.
Finger thoracostomy, Seldinger and surgical chest drains, triangle of safety, drainage.
Tension pneumothorax recognition, site selection, technique, immediate next steps.
Positioning, landmarks, opening pressure, CSF interpretation, post-LP complications.
Synchronised cardioversion, sedation, energy selection, safety, post-procedure care.
Pre-sedation assessment, agent selection, monitoring, recovery, discharge criteria.
Shoulder, ankle, and finger dislocations — methods, analgesia, post-reduction checks.
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