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Algorithm for the diagnosis of adrenal insufficiency (AI). The standard cosyntropin stimulation test (CST) may be
Algorithm for the ... first-line test for evaluation ... of adrenal function ... ACTH, adrenocorticotropic ... Diagnosis #Endo #ACTH
Adrenal Insufficiency Diagnosis Algorithm - Evaluation of HPA Axis Response to ACTH

Early am cortisol < 3
Insufficiency Diagnosis Algorithm ... - Evaluation of ... this indicates normal ... adrenal function ... Insufficiency #Diagnosis #Algorithm
Functional Dyspepsia - Pathophysiology, Diagnosis and Management
Risk factors: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, Psychological comorbidity, Helicobacter pylori infection,
Functional Dyspepsia ... - Pathophysiology ... a structurally normal ... Early satiety #Functional ... Diagnosis #Management #algorithm
Approach to Thyroid Function Tests in the Evaluation of Hyperthyroidism
 • Low TSH, Low normal T4
Approach to Thyroid Function ... Tests in the Evaluation ... • Low TSH, Low normal ... • Low TSH, normal ... Hyperthyroidism #algorithm
Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS)

Definition:
• Functional, potentially reversible kidney impairment.
• Occurs in advanced liver disease: cirrhosis, severe alcoholic
Definition: • Functional ... Pathophysiology: ... • Tubular function ... • Normal kidney ... liver transplant evaluation
Abnormal liver function tests algorithm.
 This figure details the initial response to abnormal liver blood tests.
Abnormal liver function ... tests algorithm ... indicate the initial evaluation ... history alongside evaluation ... #Algorithm #Hepatology
Acromegaly Testing Algorithm
INDICATIONS FOR TESTING:
 • Adults – enlarged facial or acral features, abnormal musculoskeletal growth
Acromegaly Testing Algorithm ... acral features, abnormal ... gland and consider evaluation ... other pituitary functions ... Acromegaly #Testing #Algorithm
Evaluation of suspected incomplete Kawasaki Disease

1. AHA consensus recommendations
2. Infants ≤6 months old on day ≥7
Evaluation of suspected ... purposes of this algorithm ... , decreased LV function ... #Diagnosis #Peds ... Disease #Incomplete #Algorithm
Mental Status Exam (MSE)
Note: The MSE is a "snapshot" of a patient at a specific time.
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goal-oriented (normal ... memory, executive function ... assessed but within normal ... Judgement - Ability to act ... psychiatry #diagnosis #evaluation
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
Preoperative Risk Evaluation ... Assess functional ... Functional status ... event, follow ACC algorithm ... perioperative #Risk #Evaluation