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Myasthenia Gravis Overview

Myasthenia Gravis is an autoimmune disorder of the postsynaptic neuromuscular junction.  Ab to
Respiratory muscles ... life-threatening Differential ... myasthenia Diagnosis ... immunosuppressants - Meds ... #diagnosis #management
Acid Base Disorders - Blood Gas Interpretation

Steps for Blood Gas Interpretation: 
1. Acidemia or Alkalemia? 
2.
Acid Base Disorders ... Diagnosis: Causes ... failure (uremia) K Ketoacidosis ... GBS, Myasthenia gravis ... ABG #bloodgas #Acid
There are similarities and differences between these 3 conditions which all carry treatment implications. Each mimic
which all carry treatment ... mobilizes fatty acids ... produce Acetoacetic acid ... #diagnosis #differential ... #criticalcare #
Severe Influenza Checklist

Diagnostic tests 
 - Blood cultures x2 
 - Sputum gram stain & culture
Resuscitation & respiratory ... suspected Adiunctive treatments ... consider ascorbic acid ... 1.5 grams IV q6hr ... Checklist #Management #CriticalCare