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An evidence-based algorithm to guide the use of MRSA coverage (in community acquired pneumonia) is shown
evidence-based algorithm ... to guide the use ... ongoing, thoughtful evaluation ... generally not difficult ... #CAP #Community
UCSF COVID-19 Adult Clinical Evaluation Guide - Updated April 10 2020

Clinical Presentation
• Fever: hospitalized pts but
Adult Clinical Evaluation ... Guide - Updated ... incr in 61-86%, LDH ... #Guide #Diagnosis ... #Algorithm #Protocol
Unintentional Weight Loss in Primary Care
 • Definition: More than 5% reduction in body weight within
mortality • Baseline evaluation ... TSH, Glucose, CRP ... , ESR, LDH, UA ... Unintentional #WeightLoss #PrimaryCare
General Approach to Anemia - Differential Diagnosis Framework
1) Check reticulocyte count to determine if hypo/hyper-proliferative
2) Exclude
hyper-proliferative (LDH ... clinical context to guide ... further evaluation ... diagnosis #hematology #algorithm
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
Preoperative Risk Evaluation ... any mention of a difficult ... event, follow ACC algorithm ... OSA • Continue CPAP ... perioperative #Risk #Evaluation
It is important to recognize Acute Decompensated Heart Failure (ADHF) as more than just simply a
useful framework to guide ... correct profile can ... are excellent at evaluating ... excess volume can ... #differential #algorithm
Xanthoma Striatum Palmare- A 49-year-old man was referred to the metabolic clinic for evaluation of severe
metabolic clinic for evaluation ... life, making it difficult ... Laboratory evaluations ... Treatment with LDL ... Palmar xanthomas can
This infographic provides a mnemonic tool called “WOBBLER” for assessing an ECG (electrocardiogram) in cases of
accessory pathway that can ... combination) • LVH ... can indicate underlying ... Utility: • Syncope evaluation ... : Guides the physician