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Algorithm for the diagnostic evaluation of dizziness. (HINTS = head-impulse, nystagmus, test of skew.)
Questions regarding the
Algorithm for the ... diagnostic evaluation ... peripheral or central ... A diagnostic algorithm ... peripheral or central
Atrial Fibrillation Management Algorithm and Checklist - CAEP Best Practices
A. Assessment and Risk Stratification
B. Rate or
Fibrillation Management Algorithm ... and Checklist - ... CAEP Best Practices ... Rate or Rhythm Control ... #Checklist
An evidence-based algorithm to guide the use of MRSA coverage (in community acquired pneumonia) is shown
evidence-based algorithm ... ongoing, thoughtful evaluation ... generally not difficult ... Indications #Pneumonia #Algorithm ... #CAP #Community
Epistaxis Management Algorithm / Checklist

1. blow out clots 
2. vasoconstrictor spray 
3. nose clip or direct
Epistaxis Management Algorithm ... / Checklist ... still bleeding and can ... coagulopathy, surgical evaluation ... #Checklist #ENT
Checklist Approach to Hypokalemia

Consider risk factors for arrhythmia:
 - EKG changes (especially QT prolongation)
 - Digoxin
Checklist Approach ... pomagnesemia Evaluation ... aggressive magnesium can ... DKA (either via central ... Critical Care #Checklist
Algorithm for the Evaluation of Dysphagia:Oropharyngeal:
- Characterized by difficulty initiating swallowing and accompanied by choking/coughing, nasopharyngeal
Algorithm for the ... Evaluation of Dysphagia ... Characterized by difficulty ... Neurological control ... #Extraluminal #Algorithm
Approach to Thyroid Function Tests in the Evaluation of Hyperthyroidism
 • Low TSH, Low normal T4
Function Tests in the Evaluation ... T4 → Possibly Central ... Can repeat labs ... high T4 +/- T3 → Central ... Hyperthyroidism #algorithm
General schema for respiratory support in patients with COVID-19
Low flow nasal cannula
 • Typically set at
General schema for ... the flow rate) CPAP ... • Titrate CPAP ... • Early discussion ... hypoxia #failure #algorithm
High Central Neuraxial Block - Guidelines for Crises in Anaesthesia
• Can occur with deliberate or accidental
High Central Neuraxial ... bradycardia – difficulty ... in a suitable location ... anaesthesia #High #Central ... Intraoperative #Checklist
Acute Pancreatitis - Diagnosis and Management - GrepMed Handbook

Presentation: 
 • Epigastric abdominal pain (90%, characteristically
Labs: Lipase, Ca2 ... Imaging: US (biliary evaluation ... Nutrition: Early enteral ... Can immediately ... pancreatitis (and discussion