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An evidence-based algorithm to guide the use of MRSA coverage (in community acquired pneumonia) is shown
evidence-based algorithm ... the use of MRSA coverage ... - MRSA coverage ... Indications #Pneumonia #Algorithm ... Management #Deescalate #Deescalation
Aplastic Anemia Summary

 • Definition
 • Pathophysiology
 • DDx: AA vs Hypocellular MDS
 • Expectation
 •
Aplastic Anemia ... Definition • Pathophysiology ... Expectation • Rx Algorithm ... #Aplastic #Anemia
Anemia Diagnostic Algorithm

Mean corpuscular (cell) volume (MCV): Average RBC size. Under 80 = microcytic. Between 80-95
Anemia Diagnostic ... Algorithm Mean ... volume (MCV): Average ... for degree of anemia ... Algorithm by Dr.
Penicillin Allergy Pathway for Antibiotic Prescription in Patients With Penicillin Allergy
Mild Reaction - Itching, Minor rash
agent by microbial coverage ... syndrome, Hemolytic anemia ... agents by microbial coverage ... #Prescription #algorithm
Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) - Diagnosis and Management

Pneumonia Signs/Symptoms:
 • Confusion/disorientation (LR + 1.9)
 • Cough
Bands > 15% • Uremia ... MRSA: Add MRSA coverage ... PCR to allow de-escalation ... Aeruginosa: Add coverage ... cultures to allow de-escalation
Anemia of Hospitalization - Pathophysiology

Why does the Hgb/Hct drop in the first two days during hospitalization?

Interestingly,
Anemia of Hospitalization ... - Pathophysiology ... Interestingly, anemia ... volume decreases on average ... Hospitalization #causes #pathophysiology