Assessment & Treatment of ED Agitation - 32nd Annual EM & Acute Care Course

Explore the critical topic of managing agitation in emergency departments through this 34-minute presentation from the 32nd Annual Emergency Medicine & Acute Care Course. Delve into evidence-based strategies for assessment and treatment, drawing from the extensive Emergency Medical Abstracts (EMA) database. Gain insights into various treatment options, understand the underlying causes of agitation, and learn about specific conditions such as anticholinergic syndrome and GHB withdrawal. Benefit from the synthesis of current literature and clinical experience provided by expert faculty, offering practical recommendations for diagnosis and therapy in emergency care settings.

Introduction
Treatment Options
What Causes Agitation
Anticholinergic Syndrome
GHB Withdrawal