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Emergency Medicine Board Bombs

Emergency Medicine Board Bombs

EM Board Bombs 290 Episodes Aug 17, 2026

Emergency Medicine Board Review, simplified. EM Board Bombs is the #1 Emergency Medicine board prep podcast—fast, funny, and high-yield. It drops 10–15 minute episodes covering classic EM topics you must know for the ABEM exam, In-Training Exam, Shelf exams, and clinical practice. The podcast breaks down board-style questions into what actually matters, cutting out the fluff and keeping it entertaining so you’ll remember it when it counts.

Episodes

292. VT vs SVT With Aberrancy: Stop Debating Wide-Complex Tachycardia?
292. VT vs SVT With Aberrancy: Stop Debating Wide-Complex Tachycardia? Aug 17, 2026 00:18:08 VT vs SVT with aberrancy is one of the classic EKG debates in emergency medicine...but honestly the debate itself is the problem. In this episode, we simplify the approach. Let's talk why one diagnosis should remain at the top of your differential, why a stable patient can absolutely still be in VT, and which EKG findings can make the diagnosis much easier. Also, we have a MEGA announcement regard
291. Non-Accidental Trauma: Recognizing Child Abuse Before It’s Missed
291. Non-Accidental Trauma: Recognizing Child Abuse Before It’s Missed Jul 27, 2026 00:18:19 A bruise may be harmless—or it may be the first visible sign of serious child abuse. In this episode, we review non-accidental trauma in the ED, including the historical clues, physical examination findings, injury patterns, and inconsistencies that should raise concern for abuse. Special thanks to Nicole Kopel, MD from the University of Cincinnati Emergency Medicine Residency, who researched and
290. Should every ED cirrhosis patient get a paracentesis?
290. Should every ED cirrhosis patient get a paracentesis? Jul 12, 2026 00:24:58 A cirrhotic patient with ascites presents confused—but no fever or abdominal pain. Should you just treat hepatic encephalopathy, or are you missing spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP)? In this episode of EM Board Bombs, we review when diagnostic paracentesis is indicated, why ammonia levels are often misleading, the diagnosis and evidence-based management of SBP in the ED.Want to experience th
289. Radiation Poisoning in the ED: Recognition and Management
289. Radiation Poisoning in the ED: Recognition and Management Jun 29, 2026 00:03:59 What should you do when a patient presents after radiation exposure?In this episode of EM Board Bombs, filmed on location at White Sands National Park, we review the emergency department approach to acute radiation syndrome (ARS), including exposure assessment, decontamination, diagnosis, laboratory monitoring, and lifesaving treatment.Want to experience the greatest in board studying? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Check o
288. Managing Mild Traumatic Brain Injury in the ED
288. Managing Mild Traumatic Brain Injury in the ED Jun 15, 2026 00:27:03 Managing mild traumatic brain injury can be challenging in the ED. Which patients need admission? Who requires repeat imaging? And who can safely go home without any imaging? In this episode, we welcome Dr. Jeff Cloyd, Medical Director of UT LIFESTAR, to discuss the Modified Brain Injury Guidelines (mBIG) and how they help emergency physicians risk stratify patients with mild traumatic brain injur
287. Critical Decision Moments in EM: When the Right Answer Is Act Now
287. Critical Decision Moments in EM: When the Right Answer Is Act Now Jun 7, 2026 00:18:39 Sometimes in EM, less thinking is a good thing. It's one of the most important concepts in EM board preparation: recognizing when immediate action is required before additional testing.Through high-yield board-style cases, we review common exam traps and the critical interventions that should never be delayed. Whether you’re preparing for ABEM boards, in-training exams, or simply want to sharp
286. The PE ECG Finding Everyone Memorizes… But Gets Wrong
286. The PE ECG Finding Everyone Memorizes… But Gets Wrong May 25, 2026 00:10:28 Pulmonary embolism ECG findings are one of the most commonly tested Emergency Medicine board topics — and one of the easiest places to get tricked. Let's quickly cover what is the right answer on boards, and how in real life there is an even better option.Want to experience the greatest in board studying? ⁠⁠⁠Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here⁠⁠⁠Cite thi
285. How to Treat Intractable Nausea and Vomiting Like a Boss: Rapid Bombs Preview
285. How to Treat Intractable Nausea and Vomiting Like a Boss: Rapid Bombs Preview May 11, 2026 00:11:22 In this special Rapid Bombs Premium preview, we’re talking about how to treat intractable nausea and vomiting in the ED like a boss.This episode gives you a taste of the Rapid Bombs format: fast, practical, high-yield EM teaching built for boards, residency, and real-life clinical decision-making. We’ll walk through key treatment options, antiemetic strategy, common pitfalls, and what to think abo
284. Airway Superiority: 5 RSI pitfalls every EM clinician should avoid
284. Airway Superiority: 5 RSI pitfalls every EM clinician should avoid May 4, 2026 00:24:15 Let's talk airway superiority. Rapid sequence intubation is not just “push the meds and pass the tube.” In this episode, we break down 5 RSI pitfalls in emergency medicine that can derail an emergency airway — from poor preoxygenation and peri-intubation hypotension to medication errors, lack of backup planning, and missed post-intubation priorities.Want to experience the greatest in board stu
283. Necrotizing Fasciitis vs Cellulitis: Subtle Clues You Can’t Miss in the ED
283. Necrotizing Fasciitis vs Cellulitis: Subtle Clues You Can’t Miss in the ED Apr 20, 2026 00:20:16 Distinguishing sneaky necrotizing fasciitis from cellulitis can be very difficult, especially early on. Let's talk high-yield, subtle clinical clues, red flags, and decision-making strategies every emergency clinician must know. Want to experience the greatest in board studying? ⁠⁠⁠Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of its kind here⁠⁠⁠Cite this podcast as: Briggs, Blake
282. EM Pharmacy Pearls: High-Yield Drug Tips Every EM Doctor Must Know
282. EM Pharmacy Pearls: High-Yield Drug Tips Every EM Doctor Must Know Apr 13, 2026 00:37:58 In this high-yield collaboration, we team up with ED pharmacist @lilpharma2026 to break down essential emergency medicine pharmacy pearls you need for both boards and real-world practice. Is Sux really that evil? What are your go-to meds post intubation? And is adenosine finally dead?Want to experience the greatest in board studying? ⁠⁠⁠Check out our interactive question bank podcast- the FIRST of
281. Status Epilepticus: What to Do When Seizures Won’t Stop
281. Status Epilepticus: What to Do When Seizures Won’t Stop Mar 31, 2026 00:17:58 Status epilepticus sounds like a Harry Pottery spell, but is actually a neurologic emergency. It requires rapid recognition and immediate intervention to prevent permanent brain injury and death. In this episode, we break down the step-by-step management of seizures that won’t stop. This is a quick refresher with the latest evidence- also what you will be tested on.Want to experience the greatest

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