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An evidence-based algorithm to guide the use of MRSA coverage (in community acquired pneumonia) is shown
evidence-based algorithm ... (in community acquired ... ongoing, thoughtful evaluation ... Staph generates lots ... #CAP #Community
Approach to Thyroid Function Tests in the Evaluation of Hyperthyroidism
 • Low TSH, Low normal T4
Approach to Thyroid Function ... Tests in the Evaluation ... Can repeat labs ... Hyperthyroidism #algorithm ... #TSH #Interpretation
Bleeding and Bruising - Disorders of Hemostasis - Differential Diagnosis Framework

== Quantitative or Qualitative defect in
Bleeding and Bruising ... can also arise ... administration, evaluation ... The appropriate evaluations ... causes are liver function
Differential Diagnosis of Hypoglycemia
Evaluation of Hypoglycemia
Patients with known diabetes who are not systemically ill and can
of Hypoglycemia Evaluation ... systemically ill and can ... extensive workup is required ... consider: - BMP - LFT ... #Differential #Algorithm
Causes of Thrombocytopenia and Platelet Disorders - Differential Diagnosis and Workup
History:
 - Prior platelet count, family
- History of bleeding ... country), thyroid function ... gastric bypass), LFT ... - Bone marrow evaluation ... : not required in
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 ... of the pattern ... #LFTs #Abnormal
First-line therapies for Asthma, Asthma-COPD Overlap and COPD

The diagnosis of COPD, asthma, and ACO initially requires
initially requires an evaluation ... of the type and pattern ... If required, specific ... pneumoallergens, can ... #Differences #Algorithm
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 ... - what is the bleeding
It is important to recognize Acute Decompensated Heart Failure (ADHF) as more than just simply a
correct profile can ... are excellent at evaluating ... hemodynamics and cardiac function ... causing hypovolemia needing ... #differential #algorithm
Bulimia Nervosa: Pathogenesis and Risk Factors
Biological Risk Factors
 • Gender: F > M
 • Genetics: Some
causing disordered feeding ... patterns) Environmental ... across cultures and can ... structure and function ... Appearance over-evaluation