Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
... ARDS may be pulmonary (within the lungs, such as inhalation of vomit or caustic substances) or more commonly non-pulmonary (characteristically sepsis, but may also include other causes of systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS)). Typically in animals with sepsis/SIRS, clinicians are concerned ...
... ARDS may be pulmonary (within the lungs, such as inhalation of vomit or caustic substances) or more commonly non-pulmonary (characteristically sepsis, but may also include other causes of systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS)). Typically in animals with sepsis/SIRS, clinicians are concerned ...
S. Aguilar
... Management is cause specific; high grade carotid disease should undergo carotid endarterectomy while a cardiac source of emboli should be managed with anti-coagulation medication. 6 This population is at high risk of secondary or tertiary ischemic events, so risk factor modification is prudent. 7 In ...
... Management is cause specific; high grade carotid disease should undergo carotid endarterectomy while a cardiac source of emboli should be managed with anti-coagulation medication. 6 This population is at high risk of secondary or tertiary ischemic events, so risk factor modification is prudent. 7 In ...
The circulatory system - Online CPD Courses for Veterinary Nurses
... leaking from here causes pulmonary oedema. Oedema and congestion reduce oxygen transfer in the lungs Causes of CHF include: Pooling in the venous system due to: Systolic failure (reduced efficiency if the myocardium to contract Diastolic failure (reduced ability of the myocardium to relax and fi ...
... leaking from here causes pulmonary oedema. Oedema and congestion reduce oxygen transfer in the lungs Causes of CHF include: Pooling in the venous system due to: Systolic failure (reduced efficiency if the myocardium to contract Diastolic failure (reduced ability of the myocardium to relax and fi ...
Neurologic Investigations
... corrected before lumbar puncture is undertaken, to reduce the risk of hemorrhage. Suspected spinal cord mass lesion. Lumbar puncture in this case should be performed only in association with myelography, which is used to determine the presence and level of structural spinal pathology. ...
... corrected before lumbar puncture is undertaken, to reduce the risk of hemorrhage. Suspected spinal cord mass lesion. Lumbar puncture in this case should be performed only in association with myelography, which is used to determine the presence and level of structural spinal pathology. ...
Clinical-Biochemistry-of
... Example of a gene-environment interaction Other Mutations in ApoE e.g. R147W -can cause an autosomal dominant form of Type III HPLA ...
... Example of a gene-environment interaction Other Mutations in ApoE e.g. R147W -can cause an autosomal dominant form of Type III HPLA ...
Hypertensive Emergencies
... Goal is to reduce both the BP and the slope of the pulse wave! BP goal is SBP of 100-120 If patient presents with normal BP, still need to decrease the shear forces!! ...
... Goal is to reduce both the BP and the slope of the pulse wave! BP goal is SBP of 100-120 If patient presents with normal BP, still need to decrease the shear forces!! ...
Alacramyn®
... There are over 1,500 species of scorpion described worldwide, 9 of which are medically important. In Mexico all scorpions of medical significance belong to the genus Centruroides. Over 200 biologically active peptides have been isolated from the venom of various scorpion species worldwide. The major ...
... There are over 1,500 species of scorpion described worldwide, 9 of which are medically important. In Mexico all scorpions of medical significance belong to the genus Centruroides. Over 200 biologically active peptides have been isolated from the venom of various scorpion species worldwide. The major ...
Rhabdomyolysis in the Perioperative Period
... Rhabdomyolysis Post Anesthesia • 48 yo male(109kg) for umbilical hernia repair. • Anesthetic was propofol and 180mg succinylcholine, followed by nitrous oxide-isoflurane-fentanyl. • No problems intraoperatively. One hour case. • Three days post op readmitted for myalgia,malaise, ...
... Rhabdomyolysis Post Anesthesia • 48 yo male(109kg) for umbilical hernia repair. • Anesthetic was propofol and 180mg succinylcholine, followed by nitrous oxide-isoflurane-fentanyl. • No problems intraoperatively. One hour case. • Three days post op readmitted for myalgia,malaise, ...
URI: SINUSITIS AND OTITIS MEDIA
... Ostia - points of drainage of the sinuses. Maxillary and Spenoidal ostia are located near the roof instead of the floor of the sinus.When mucous gets thick it is difficult for the cilia to move it up to the opening. Ostia can be obstructed by : engorgement of the nasal mucosa hypertrophy or hyperpla ...
... Ostia - points of drainage of the sinuses. Maxillary and Spenoidal ostia are located near the roof instead of the floor of the sinus.When mucous gets thick it is difficult for the cilia to move it up to the opening. Ostia can be obstructed by : engorgement of the nasal mucosa hypertrophy or hyperpla ...
Pediatric Critical Care Review Respiratory Review 22% of CCRN
... • Resistance is also seen with a decrease in number of vessels- (hypoplasia, cystic changes) ...
... • Resistance is also seen with a decrease in number of vessels- (hypoplasia, cystic changes) ...
Heart Failure National Guideline Summary
... Reassessment of Systolic Performance • A follow-up measurement of LVEF is recommended after patients have received optimal medical therapy or revascularization if a change in cardiac function would impact candidacy for ICD therapy. • Repeat measurement of LVEF (after initial confirmation of LV ...
... Reassessment of Systolic Performance • A follow-up measurement of LVEF is recommended after patients have received optimal medical therapy or revascularization if a change in cardiac function would impact candidacy for ICD therapy. • Repeat measurement of LVEF (after initial confirmation of LV ...
Coarctation of Aorta Complicated by Bacterial
... was possible from the studies thus far presented. The fact that the pulses in the neck and in both arms were equally strong placed the obstruction distal to the left subelavian artery. There was evidence on barium swallow of a large retroesophageal vessel below the level of the descending aortic arc ...
... was possible from the studies thus far presented. The fact that the pulses in the neck and in both arms were equally strong placed the obstruction distal to the left subelavian artery. There was evidence on barium swallow of a large retroesophageal vessel below the level of the descending aortic arc ...
The Art of Designing a Safe and Effective Anesthetic Protocol Dawn
... Propofol can also be used as a CRI for maintenance of anesthesia. This would be indicated in patients with severe intracranial disease since propofol decreases cerebral blood flow and intracranial pressure (unlike most inhalant anesthetics). Opioid CRI's (fentanyl, remifentanil) can be used for main ...
... Propofol can also be used as a CRI for maintenance of anesthesia. This would be indicated in patients with severe intracranial disease since propofol decreases cerebral blood flow and intracranial pressure (unlike most inhalant anesthetics). Opioid CRI's (fentanyl, remifentanil) can be used for main ...
ORAL MEDICINE CONSULT IN the clinic
... d. Differentiate between the different management techniques ( i.e. diet, insulin, oral, etc. ) for diabetics e. Describe in detail the routine dental management of the patient with IDDM and when the patient develops acute dental infection f. Describe in detail the management for insulin shock and d ...
... d. Differentiate between the different management techniques ( i.e. diet, insulin, oral, etc. ) for diabetics e. Describe in detail the routine dental management of the patient with IDDM and when the patient develops acute dental infection f. Describe in detail the management for insulin shock and d ...
pleural effusion
... First, perform a medical procedure to tap the chest (known as a “thoracocentesis”) and to remove fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall (pleural cavity) to relieve breathing distress; if the patient is stable after thoracocentesis, outpatient treatment may be possible for some disea ...
... First, perform a medical procedure to tap the chest (known as a “thoracocentesis”) and to remove fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall (pleural cavity) to relieve breathing distress; if the patient is stable after thoracocentesis, outpatient treatment may be possible for some disea ...
Gastrointestinal Bleed
... Early identification and treatment of life threatening causes of gastrointestinal bleeding, escalation of care for patients at risk. Early initiation of treatment / clinical care and symptom management within benchmark time. ...
... Early identification and treatment of life threatening causes of gastrointestinal bleeding, escalation of care for patients at risk. Early initiation of treatment / clinical care and symptom management within benchmark time. ...
POISONING BY METHYL-PARAFYNOL (DORMISON) Methyl
... Comment on "pathologic findings. T h e relative state of good oxygenation and moderate congestion resembled findings encountered in acute deaths from some inhalation anesthetics, such as chloroform. T h e absence of pronounced cyanosis, as well as relaxation of t h e ventricles, indicated primary ca ...
... Comment on "pathologic findings. T h e relative state of good oxygenation and moderate congestion resembled findings encountered in acute deaths from some inhalation anesthetics, such as chloroform. T h e absence of pronounced cyanosis, as well as relaxation of t h e ventricles, indicated primary ca ...
Eye_Exam_Problems
... Foreign body removal Eye meds (cycloplegics, antibiotic ointment, anesthetic drops and ointment) Patching (pressure patch, shield) Suturing for simple eyelid skin laceration ...
... Foreign body removal Eye meds (cycloplegics, antibiotic ointment, anesthetic drops and ointment) Patching (pressure patch, shield) Suturing for simple eyelid skin laceration ...
Glossary of medical terminology
... longer pump effectively. CHF can be caused by cardiac disease (congenital and acquired), infection, and trauma. Convulsion - An abnormal, involuntary contraction of the muscles most typically seen with certain seizure disorders. ...
... longer pump effectively. CHF can be caused by cardiac disease (congenital and acquired), infection, and trauma. Convulsion - An abnormal, involuntary contraction of the muscles most typically seen with certain seizure disorders. ...