#decadron

[drpedi07]

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[greghatecrimes]

I reacted to the iron with literally only fifteen minutes until I was clear to go home, and then that earned me six more days of steroids 😵‍💫🫠 First thing I did when I got home was have a big bowl of vanilla ice cream cause that makes everything just a little bit better <3

[thaisibir]

Phantom Thieves react to getting anesthesia: headcanons from a real anesthetist

Ren: wakes up unusually chatty, thinks the recovery room nurse is Sae in the interrogation room, talks about all the stuff he has to do to increase his social stats

Ryuji: won't shut up about being a Phantom Thief and rats out his friends as Phantom Thieves (fortunately none of the OR staff believe him because they chalk it up to post-op delirium)

Ann: confesses her undying love to the recovery room nurse taking care of her (which destroys Morgana)

Yusuke: wakes up reciting a very long list of all the hospital food he wants to eat, ends up not eating for a while due to having the terrible luck of previously undiagnosed post-op nausea and vomiting (PONV sucks, and known history of it in a patient definitely affects the anesthetic plan. A lot of drugs in our disposal have anti-nausea properties: propofol, decadron, zofran being the most common. But a bunch of others can do the exact opposite and cause nausea: opioids, anesthetic gas, etomidate (which I call vomidate) etc. It's a careful balance of what meds to use and which to avoid, and it depends on the patient.)

Makoto: wakes up alternating between yakuza movie quotes and swearing every other word from surgery pain (a bad habit she got from Sae, who swears like a sailor out of work stress when she thinks Makoto can't hear)

Futaba: takes fore-fuckin'-ever to get to sleep, gets slugged with enough medication to knock out a 100 kg 6 foot tall man (redheads are known for needing higher than average anesthetic to go past the threshold of consciousness and awareness. This is actual book knowledge plus my own clinical experience. Futaba would be a real chore to anesthetize.)

Haru: wakes up throwing hands, swinging fists and feet into OR staff, keeps asking for her axe, has to be restrained to the bed until enough sedatives kick in to calm her down (little kids, teenage girls and big healthy guys tend to wake up violently as the anesthetic wears off. The solution and wonder drug for this: precedex.)

Morgana: makes a weepy proposal to Ann, launches into verbal treatises and theories on the psychology of the Metaverse (which just sounds like incoherent meowing and yowling to the vets)

And for the honorary PTs:

Sojiro: the amount of gunk and spit suctioned out of his mouth before removing the airway device is through the roof (suctioning the mouth and throat is super important during emergence of anesthesia, so that stuff doesn't make the vocal cords spaz out and slam shut, which is laryngospasm, an airway emergency. Smokers tend to produce excessive oral secretions, and if they smoke enough, it can even look gray and brown. Lovely huh?)

Sae: has a low heart rate in the 40s that kind of unnerves OR staff, but that's only because she's very athletic (very fit people can have pretty low baseline heart rate, because exercise remodels the heart to optimize blood output for less work/heart rate. Normal heart rate range is 60-100 bpm, but I've seen Ironman type athletes have 30-40 bpm.)

[bloodanddiscoballs]

doctor wants to try steroids even tho steroids have always had the exact opposite effect within my body. I explained that it's always made everything worse and that my pain gets even more intense but he wants to try it anyway. I told him I can't do decadron cause it gives me full body hives and swelling and what does he prescribe me? fuckin decadron.

like I know it's an odd reaction and that it's supposed to do the exact opposite of that but that's just what my body does! don't know what to tell you! I wish it wasn't that way either! and I'm fuckin allergic to the medicine they use to stop those allergies so I can't take it either.

can we maybe listen to me next time? I know my body at this point I promise. I'm really loving this it's the best. I love being treated like shit yay

[kudosmyhero]

Detective Comics (vol. 1) #664: Knightfall, part 12: Who Rules the Night

Read Date: November 05, 2023 Cover Date: July 1993 ● Writer: Chuck Dixon ● Penciler: Graham Nolan ● Inker: Scott Hanna ● Colorist: Adrienne Roy ● Letterer: John Costanza ● Editor: Scott Peterson ●

**HERE BE SPOILERS: Skip ahead to the fan art/podcast to avoid spoilers (👏=didn't like it, 👏👏=it was ok, 👏👏👏=I liked it, 👏👏👏👏=I really liked it!, 👏👏👏👏👏=I loved it!)

Reactions As I Read: ● wait… what? I thought they were in the Batcave… ● I love Adrienne Roy’s use of color

● they’re not gonna be real paramedics, are they ● ALFRED <3 ● what a stunning panel

● the art is really beautiful this issue ● 👏👏👏👏👏

Synopsis: Bane has broken the Batman, and displays his triumph on the streets of Gotham City, holding his enemy's limp body high over his head. In further show of his superiority, Bane tosses Batman's body from the top of a building, and it lands in a crumpled heap on the sidewalk. Officer Marz and Renée Montoya call an ambulance and do crowd control, ascertaining that Batman is still alive. When the ambulance arrives, Alfred Pennyworth, disguised as an EMT, to ensure that he is taken back to the Batcave. He assures Montoya that Batman is in good hands.

When Alfred realizes that Batman's back has been broken, Robin argues that he should be taken to a hospital. Alfred refuses, explaining that by bringing him to a hospital, it would expose Bruce Wayne as the Batman, and destroy his identity. Instead, they take him back to the cave and hope to stabilize him enough until they can come up with a reasonable explanation as to why Bruce Wayne would have these injuries.

Back on the scene, Commissioner Gordon realizes that Batman never arrived at the hospital, becoming angry with Montoya. However, when Harvey Bullock suggests that it might have been some of Batman's own people who took him, the Commissioner's mood changes.

In their hideout, the Joker bemoans the fact that a mere rookie managed to take down the Batman, after he and the most dangerous of Batman's Rogues Gallery have tried since the Arkham breakout. Similarly, Scarecrow is annoyed that they wasted their time on kidnapping the Mayor, and failed to gain control over Gotham or the ransom he needed to continue his experiments. Scarecrow becomes frustrated with Joker's mockery, and sprays him with fear gas. Of course, the gas has no effect, given the Joker's natural immunity to toxins. In retaliation for simply trying, the Joker savagely beats Scarecrow into unconsciousness with a chair.

In the Batcave, Alfred manages to get Bruce stable, though he is still comatose and feverish. Unfortunately, Alfred lacks the required medications to treat spinal trauma - and it is needed within the next hour to be effective. Robin and Azrael get into the Batmobile and speed off in search of the drug Decadron, which is required lest Batman be paralyzed for life.

Sarah Essen-Gordon finds her husband atop Gotham City Police Headquarters, waiting by the Bat-Signal. She puts aside her dislike of Batman in order to comfort him, as he wonders if his friend is alright. He promises to be down in a minute, still hoping for a sign from Batman's partners.

In a seedy Gotham hotel, the Ventriloquist watches as his two puppets, Socko and Scarface, become increasingly negative toward one another. Eventually, the two dummies point guns at each other, and the Ventriloquist shoots himself in both hands.

Robin appears in Commissioner Gordon's office, and begs for help in getting the Decadron needed for Batman's recovery. The Commissioner dispatches Bullock and Montoya to drive as fast as possible to a trauma centre, pick up the drugs, and deliver it to a deserted cul-de-sac. When they arrive at the dead end, Robin and Azrael snatch away the package, and rush back to Alfred.

With the Decadron administered, all the heroes can do is wait…

(https://dc.fandom.com/wiki/Detective_Comics_Vol_1_664)

Fan Art: Azrael by JPRart

Accompanying Podcast: ● Everyone Loves the Drake - episode 34

[this-is-mdness]

11.26.2024

First goosed tube today! A rite of passage.

Honestly, I'm shocked that it took this long. I think we handled it exactly right--didn't see fogging, the caution signs went up, gave a few breaths and no EtCO2. Took the tube out, traded it for a video scope and a smaller tube (the tube was a smart move on my attending's part), got it in the second time. We didn't realize how small and deep the airway was until we used the McGrath; it explained a lot, lol. I do think if I had better technique the DL would have been manageable, but it wasn't a slam-dunk airway and with the tools of today's day and age it wasn't wrong to "cheat" and go for video.

Had an IM PGY2 with me this morning. He struggled with the VL and I ended up taking the airway--no big deal, very understandable given his lack of practice. But things like this do help me remember to acknowledge how far I've come and that I am not, actually, totally incompetent.

Got scolded by a surgeon today for giving Decadron without asking. Apparently it's "always a joint decision." Uh, since when? Also, if you don't want steroids you should tell us that before the surgery. Also, you shouldn't ask for your patient to be on the ERAS protocol, which includes Decadron, if you don't want your patient to get any steroids. And you definitely shouldn't tell me that none of the surgeries are ERAS, because they all fucking are. And then don't rant about how nobody reads the orange sheet, because half the time you don't even write on it like you're supposed to. Honestly, you were well within your rights to not want steroids and I probably should have asked in this particular case. That being said, you didn't need to be rude about it.

Ahem. It's fine. It's all just part of the job. Every job has its annoyances, and this is no exception. I still fucking love this job.

[cyberhai]

Roid rage is real. Got a syringe of decadron shot into my left ass cheek and I'm one stats problem away from causing 9/11 Part 2

[hopemonger]

migraine so bad they pull out the prednisone and the hydrocodone and the ketorolac and the decadron

[bangyeoll]

Depois do caso do soro da paciente eu realmente tava prestando atenção, chamamos duas pacientes para fazer medicação intramuscular mas eu não reparei q as duas TINHAM O MESMO NOME

No final a paciente era tomar Decadron e eu fiz voltaren, pesquisei e para o diagnóstico dela o voltaren até ajuda (não como o Decadron) mas porra e se ela fosse alérgica?????

Sério eu vi isso acontecendo várias vezes com meus colegas de trabalho e eu sempre condenava eles mas agora tô aqui fazendo igual

De uma tempos para cá eu tô comentando tantos erros e isso tá me desanimando, eu não entrei na enfermagem para colocar ninguém em risco

[drsonaldelhi]

In Delhi, who is a reputable neurosurgeon with expertise in brain tumor treatments, and what specific techniques do they utilize to ensure precision during surgeries?

Seeking treatment for brain tumors in Delhi? A skilled neurosurgeon can guide you. Brain tumors come in benign and malignant forms, each with unique growth patterns of cancer cells. Treatment decisions hinge on tumor type, grade, overall health, and individual circumstances. Surgery, notably craniotomy, is often recommended, employing specialized techniques like MRI or CT scans and a head frame for precise tumor and surrounding tissue removal. Biopsy confirms the presence of tumor cells. Treatment options encompass radiation, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy, addressing specific genetic mutations causing cancer. Typically, a combined approach involving these treatments is preferred. Additionally, steroid drugs like dexamethasone (Decadron) may be prescribed for reducing swelling and pain. Anticonvulsant drugs can also be provided to manage or prevent seizures.

[recovery4ever]

Dangers of Mixing Oxycodone and Alcohol: Health Risks and Side-Effects

Mixing oxycodone with alcohol is a dangerous combination. Oxycodone is a prescription opioid used for pain relief and management and is also highly addictive. When combined with alcohol, there can be life-threatening consequences. Not only can the user face extreme physical and psychological harm, but they can also be more prone to addiction. When looking for help with oxycodone and alcohol dependence, it’s important to take advice from the experts at addiction treatment centers. When oxycodone and alcohol are mixed a few things can happen. A user could experience a reaction known as mutual potentiation, where both substances are stronger together than on their own. This could lead to an overdose. Another symptom could be slowed or impaired breathing. Those who take both oxycodone and alcohol can also increase the risk of abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. In extreme cases, this combination can lead to coma, seizures and even death. It’s essential to know the risks of mixing oxycodone and alcohol and the best way to protect oneself and loved ones is to get help. There are many resources available to those struggling with addiction. Here are a few key takeaways:

Mixing oxycodone and alcohol can lead to serious physical and psychological harm

Mutual potentiation is when both substances are stronger when taken together than on their own

Seeking professional help from drug rehabilitation centers is essential

All drugs, including prescription opioids, can become addictive if not used as directed. Oxycodone is no exception and mixing it with alcohol can be even more damaging. Before combining any substance, it’s important to consider the risks and only use decadron under the direction of a medical professional. Getting help from professional addiction treatment centers is the best way to get on the path to recovery.

[sandersstudies]

Other nurses: And this is his dose of Decadron.

Me: okay.

My brain: okay.

Cartoon Southern Nurse: And this is his dose of Decadron.

Me: …okay

My brain: DECKOdron. Ayund THIUS… is heeus… DECKOdron. DEC’idron. DECK’adroyn. Do-wus uhv… DEC’id-rone.

My husband has had a rotating cast of nurses over this hospital stay and unfortunately for my inclination toward echolalia one of them has a cartoon southern accent.

[kudosmyhero]

Showcase '93 #7: Knightfall, part 13: 2 Face - Double Cross

Read Date: November 05, 2023 Cover Date: July 1993 ● Writer: Doug Moench ● Penciler: Klaus Janson ● Inker: Klaus Janson ● Colorist: Klaus Janson ● Letterer: Ken Bruzenak ● Editor: Neal Pozner ◦ Dennis O'Neil ●

**HERE BE SPOILERS: Skip ahead to the fan art/podcast to avoid spoilers (👏=didn't like it, 👏👏=it was ok, 👏👏👏=I liked it, 👏👏👏👏=I really liked it!, 👏👏👏👏👏=I loved it!)

● 👏👏👏👏

Synopsis: Robin, Alfred, and Jean-Paul Valley stand over the broken, comatose form of Batman after administering the supposed miracle drug Decadron. With nothing left to do but wait and hope their friend recovers, Robin regrets that he didn't stop Batman from pushing himself too hard much sooner, like three weeks earlier when they faced Two-Face.

Three weeks earlier, Two-Face, having escaped Arkham Asylum, returns to the old Gotham Municipal Courthouse. There, he reflects on his perceived betrayal by Batman, and uses his coin to decide that he should kill his former ally. However, he decides that he needs a group of enforcers to back him up in that plan.

Two-Face gets a gun, a folder, and a hand-grenade out of a safety deposit box, and then uses the file's contents to blackmail a small-time crime boss named Legs Lyman into meeting with him. At the meeting, Two-Face reveals that he plans to blackmail Lyman into giving up his assets and enforcers to him. Lyman refuses, and a flip of his coin persuades Two-Face to shoot Lyman dead. Then, he pulls the pin from a grenade as an added incentive for Lyman's enforcers to join him. He has them send Lyman's body to the Natural History Museum in two hours.

Later, Commissioner Gordon arrives at the museum, where Two-Face's men have already dumped Lyman's body inside the rib-cage of a dinosaur skeleton. Batman arrives moments later, and wonders why Lyman's body would have been disposed of inside a brontosaurus skeleton. The guard corrects him, noting that because of an error in which the head of another dinosaur was mistaken for the head of an apatosaurus, the brontosaurus does not exist - leaving the apatosaurus the only dinosaur with two heads and two names. Batman immediately realizes that Two-Face is responsible.

Back at the Batcave, Robin tries to persuade Batman to rest and let the GCPD handle Two-Face, but Batman is dismissive of his own physical condition and leaves on his own. He shakes down a bartender and his patrons, demanding information on Two-Face's location. The bartender gives up a location, but the lead turns out to be a trap, and an explosion sends the Batmobile into Gotham River.

(https://dc.fandom.com/wiki/Showcase_%2793_Vol_1_7)

Fan Art: Bane fanart Batman Rises by BrianFajardo

[bbcphile]

Remember when I was all excited that I had found a steroid that wouldn’t flare my CPTSD and cause panic attacks and flashbacks?

Yeah, about that . . .

At least it took a week for those side effects to kick in? Only 5 more days left.