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Newer Syphilis Reverse Algorithm 

The advent of newer, faster 
treponemal antibody tests have 
allowed high-throughput of
Syphilis Reverse Algorithm ... first step in the algorithm ... of inflammation caused ... quantitative and may ... Syphilis #Reverse #Algorithm
Diagnostic Algorithm for Dizziness and Vertigo
Peripheral Vertigo:
 • Attacks: Sudden, severe, can last anywhere from seconds
Diagnostic Algorithm ... Auditory findings may ... with vascular causes ... positional episodes caused ... Dizziness #Vertigo #Algorithm
ISCHEMIA Trial - Management Algorithm for patients with Stable Angina

Stress Test -> ? +moderate or severe
Trial - Management Algorithm ... patients with Stable ... Angina Stress Test ... Since this may be ... Diagnosis #Management #Algorithm
Froment’s Test for Ulnar Nerve Palsy

This tests for pinch grip weakness caused by ulnar nerve palsy,
Froment’s Test for ... Palsy This tests ... grip weakness caused ... compensates via MP ... Palsy #clinical #video
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Hyponatremia - Diagnostic Evaluation Algorithm

Step 1: Consider whether Posm may actually be normal or elevated
Step 2:
Diagnostic Evaluation Algorithm ... Consider whether Posm may ... Consider additional tests ... considered likely, the cause ... Workup #Evaluation #Algorithm
Hyperkalemia shortens repolarization; changes in the T wave provide the earliest clues to hyperpotassemia.
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repolarization causes ... peaked T waves (best ... in conduction causes ... and ST segment may ... #Progression #Table
Bunnel-Littler PIP Joint Test on Physical Exam
For intrinsic vs joint capsule cause of restriction or tightness
Bunnel-Littler PIP Joint Test ... joint capsule cause ... is limited in MCP ... BunnelLittler #Test ... PhysicalExam #clinical #video
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Intraoperative Thompson Test - Assessing the Achilles’ tendon following a surgical repair for rupture. The calf
Intraoperative Thompson Test ... the examination table ... since patients may ... be able to plantar ... sports #clinical #video
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The algorithm below shows how pre-test probability could be combined with various criteria to determine which
The algorithm below ... shows how pre-test ... acyclovir in these cases ... HSV PCR would cause ... validated and may
The rationale for aggressive treatment of generalized status epilepticus was described previously here.  In short,
In short, best outcomes ... epilepticus which may ... cause permanent ... cause aspiration ... Refractory #Seizures #Algorithm