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Should we be giving ketamine to opioid users in acute pain?

Should ketamine be used for opioid-dependent patients in acute pain? A recent randomized controlled trial explores the effectiveness of low-dose ketamine (LDK) as an adjunct to morphine in emergency settings. Results show significant short-term pain reduction and reduced opioid requirements, with manageable side effects. This analysis examines the study’s findings, clinical implications, and the potential role of ketamine in addressing oligoanalgesia among opioid users. #analgesia #FOAMed #stemlyns

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Death in 2025: New Definitions, Ethical Questions & Medical Guidelines

What does it truly mean to be dead? In 2025, updates to Death by Neurological Criteria (DNC) challenge long-standing medical definitions, raising new ethical and practical questions. This post explores the latest AOMRC guidelines, the evolving role of brainstem death, and how these changes impact emergency and intensive care medicine. Are we redefining death, or refining how we diagnose it?

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