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Dedication
This manual is dedicated to the memory of Dr Edward William Brentnall FACEM, MBE, OAM, KStJ 05/08/1929-01/10/2024. Ed was a guiding light for generations of emergency physicians who sheltered, mentored and inspired many of us. See the full dedication here.
Latest updates
Self protection from the agitated patient
The Restraint page has been updated with additional information about self protection.
Types of restraint
The Restraint page has been updated with additional information about the types of restraint.
Childhood abuse and burden of mental health disorders
The Emergency mental health services page has been updated with estimates of the contribution of childhood abuse to various mental health disorders.
Lorazepam for chemical restraint
The Restraint page has been updated with additional information about lorazepam when used for chemical restraint
Medications for chemical restraint
The Restraint page has been updated with additional information about other common medications used for chemical restraint
Necrotising fasciitis
The Necrotising fasciitis page has had some other minor updates and has been moved to follow the Cellulitis page.
Necrotising fasciitis key points
Key points have been added to the Necrotising fasciitis page.
US in necrotising fasciitis
The Necrotising fasciitis page has been updated with additional information about US in necrotising fasciitis.
