One of the objectives for the Section of Toxicology is to provide a forum for emergency physicians with an interest in clinical toxicology, and to further development of clinical toxicology as a subspecialty of emergency medicine.
A 32-year-old male arrives via EMS after a suspected opioid overdose. Four milligrams of intranasal naloxone were administered in the field with limited effect.
June 13, 2024
Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Agonists
A 32-year-old female presents with the chief complaint, “I can’t stop vomiting.” The triage note states, “Patient seen here two days ago for same.” Vital signs: Pulse 115 bpm, BP 115/60 mmHg, T 98.8°F...
April 24, 2024
Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome
A 44-year-old female presented to the emergency department with a chief complaint of vomiting for the past three days. The patient stated that her last oral intake was four days ago.
American College of Emergency Physicians
