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A 50 yo F with a history of poor dentition presents to the ED with fever
already seen her PCP ... Diagnosis: Cavitary ... lesion in R middle ... consistent w/ lung abscess ... #Clinical #Radiology
CNS Ring-Enhancing Lesions - Immunocompromised vs Immunocompetent
Multiple Ring-Enhancing Lesions:
 • Toxoplasmosis (CD4 < 100)
 • Other
Chorioretinitis • Diagnosis ... toxo IgG • CNS PCR ... Syphilis • Pyogenic Abscess ... #causes #radiology ... #neurology
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
complications from anesthesia ... Assess functional ... neuroexam - Oral cavity ... one post op Cardiology ... stratification #diagnosis
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis and Management - GrepMed Handbook

S/Sx: Most pts asymptomatic. Weakness, cramping, nausea, paresthesias, palpitations,
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis ... Antibiotics (Bactrim, PCN ... tourniquet / IVF line draw ... • K-Binding Resins ... Treatment #potassium #nephrology