Acetaminophen (APAP) overdose remains one of the most common causes of acute liver failure in the United States. While its therapeutic use is widespread and generally safe, unintentional overdoses and delayed presentations can lead to devastating outcomes. In this episode ...
Over 1 million blunt trauma patients visit US emergency departments each year for possible c-spine injuries. Yet, 98% of c-spine imaging shows no fracture. Using clinical decision tools can safely and significantly reduce unnecessary imaging.
Current IDSA guidelines for sepsis recommend individualized durations of antibiotic therapy based on source control and clinical response, but definitive guidance remains limited. Three small noninferiority RCTs suggested that 7 days of antibiotics may be sufficient for patients with gram-negative ...
The American Heart Association and the European Stroke Organization have updated their guidelines to recommend TNK as an alternative to tPA in patients eligible for thrombolysis. TNK, a bioengineered variant of tPA, has some advantages, including its single-dose administration, fibrin ...
Bottom Line Up Top: Blood gas electrolytes closely correlate with serum measurements and can be used under most circumstances to guide clinical care. Clinical Scenario: A 62 year old woman with a history of HTN, ESRD on MWF dialysis presents ...
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