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The rationale for aggressive treatment of generalized status epilepticus was described previously here.  In short,
for aggressive treatment ... rhabdomyolysis, hyperthermia ... #Management #Neurology ... #CriticalCare # ... Refractory #Seizures #Algorithm
Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS)
Symptoms of PICS:
 - Physical Domain: Generalized weakness, Fatigue, Difficulty walking
 - Cognitive
disturbance/loss, Slow ... socioeconomic status ... guide targeted treatments ... PICS #diagnosis #management ... #criticalcare #
Pediatric SVT - Management Algorithm
Identify SVT:
 • HR not variable
 • Abrupt rate changes
 • Infants:
Algorithm Identify ... Monitors, Pads AP Stable ... Maneuvers - Ice ... Older children: blow ... #Pediatric #treatment
It is important to recognize Acute Decompensated Heart Failure (ADHF) as more than just simply a
and low urine output ... #differential #algorithm ... #management #cardiology ... #treatment #table ... #icu #clinical
COVID-19 - A Seattle Intensivist's One-Page Cheat-Sheet on COVID-19 v2.7 Updated March 26 2020

(v2.7) incorporating newer
COVID19 in the ICU ... , now reflecting ... illness) • 20-40% dyspnea ... Cheatsheet #Diagnosis #Management ... #Coronavirus #CriticalCare
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis and Management - GrepMed Handbook

S/Sx: Most pts asymptomatic. Weakness, cramping, nausea, paresthesias, palpitations,
paralysis, post-hypothermia ... Elimination (see Table ... Optimize volume status ... acidosis) • Low ... #nephrology #K
Rhabdomyolysis - Differential Diagnosis Framework and Management Summary

Causes of Rhabdomyolysis:
 • Trauma:
	- Immobilization
	- Crush injury
	- Compartment
Framework and Management ... Exertional: - Hyperthermia ... - Malignant hyperthermia ... Toxins - Drugs - Statins ... #nephrology
Pheochromocytoma - Diagnosis and Management Summary
10 percent rule = 10% of pheochromocytomas are extra-adrenal, multiple, bilateral,
tremor, pallor, dyspnea ... or hypotension, hyperthermia ... >40C), mental status ... hypotension (may reflect low ... #treatment
Management of Convulsive Status Epilepticus in children
Stabilization Phase (Seizure 0-5 minutes):
 • Check and maintain ABC
Management of Convulsive ... • Give high flow ... : • Admit to PICU ... #neurology #pediatrics ... #peds #algorithm
Hypothermia - Protocol for ED
CORE TEMP < 34º
INITIAL THERAPY
 • Remove wet garments
 • Avoid rough
INVESTIGATIONS • Stat ... fluid warmer • Slow ... Cardiac Surgeon and ICU ... #Protocol #management ... #treatment #algorithm