Canadian family physician Médecin de famille canadien
-
This article outlines the presenting problems of foreign bodies in the eyes, ears, nose and throat, describing diagnostic signs associated with each common type of foreign body presentation and the methods involved in removal. Equipment and supplies for the average emergency room are listed according to location of the foreign body.
-
Family physicians involved in pre-hospital emergency cardiac care need training in basic cardiac life support (BCLS) and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS). They should also become involved in mobilizing community resources to provide necessary equipment and training for the public in CPR. The article outlines the procedure to be followed in cardiac arrest, the contents of a critical care bag, and the administration of various drugs.