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First-line therapies for Asthma, Asthma-COPD Overlap and COPD

The diagnosis of COPD, asthma, and ACO initially requires
bronchodilator test ... required, specific tests ... and sensitivity tests ... #Differences #Algorithm ... #Treatment
Global Alliance algorithm to improve outcomes in acne.
†With small nodules (>0.5–1 cm).
‡Consider physical removal of comedones.
§Second
Global Alliance algorithm ... pregnancy, see text ... ††See text. alt. ... PrimaryCare #Acne #Treatment ... #Algorithm
Diagnostic Algorithm for Dizziness and Vertigo
Peripheral Vertigo:
 • Attacks: Sudden, severe, can last anywhere from seconds
Diagnostic Algorithm ... Positive Hallpike test ... posterior canal) or supine ... roll test (horizontal ... Dizziness #Vertigo #Algorithm
Hyperkalemia - Management Algorithm
 • IV calcium
 • IV insulin and glucose and/or salbutamolt
 • Consider
Hyperkalemia - Management Algorithm ... with narrow base, best ... bizarre morphology, "Sine ... diagnosis #management #algorithm ... #treatment
Cauda Equina Syndrome Overview

Cauda Equina Syndrome:
 • Prevalence: 1:33,000-100,000 ppl/yr
 • Incidence: 1.5-3.4 million ppl/yr
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roots of lumbar spine ... Involves lumbar spine ... • Provocative Tests ... absent anal wink test ... axial T1 and T2 Treatment
Orthostatic Hypotension - Management Algorithm
Positive orthostatic vital signs defined as one of the following (within 3
Hypotension - Management Algorithm ... Fludrocortisone • Supine ... Hypotension #Management #Algorithm ... #Treatment
Fever of Unknown Origin (FUO) - Further Workup

 • CNS symptoms? Get an LP and imaging
imaging of head/spine ... Returning Traveler’ algorithm ... Test for the respective
Medical Treatment Algorithm for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Initial medical treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Medical Treatment ... Algorithm for Chronic ... Initial medical treatment ... COPD assessment test ... #Algorithm #Management
The algorithm below shows how pre-test probability could be combined with various criteria to determine which
The algorithm below ... shows how pre-test ... with a low pre-test ... short course of treatment ... provide empiric treatment
Orthostatic Hypotension Management Algorithm
 • Hypovolemic?  Yes → Resuscitate
 • Volume Overloaded? No → Fludrocortisone
Hypotension Management Algorithm ... Fludrocortisone • Supine ... Hypotension #Management #Algorithm ... #treatment