Episodes (Page 11)
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All breast complaints require evaluation for cancer until proven otherwise.
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Worst neonatal conjunctivitis causes include gonorrhea, chlamydia, and HSV.
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Subarachnoid hemorrhage presents as sudden, maximal headache with neck stiffness.
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Blood in a diaper can be from urinary crystals, vaginal bleeding, or anal fissures.
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Nutritional emergencies affect alcoholics, those with GI disorders, and the elderly.
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MI complications include arrhythmias, ventricular rupture, and tamponade.
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tPA is a clot-busting drug for acute ischemic stroke.
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Sepsis requires aggressive treatment, with guidelines constantly changing.
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Neonatal jaundice results from bilirubin buildup, peaking around day 5.
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Thrombocytopenia presents as petechiae, purpura, or mucosal bleeding.
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Nausea/vomiting differentials extend beyond gastritis to appendicitis and MI.
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Cirrhosis complications include hepatorenal syndrome and hepatic encephalopathy.
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Non-accidental trauma in children requires careful evaluation for abuse.
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Inborn errors of metabolism often cause toxin buildup (ammonia) or acid buildup.
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Common pediatric heart failure complaints include cyanosis and feeding difficulty.
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Consider sepsis in toxic-appearing children, especially with fever or hypothermia.
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Check blood sugar in pediatric patients due to common hypoglycemia and DKA.
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Administering oxygen is a first step for crashing children.
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Remember OH SHIT: Oxygen, Hypo/Hyperglycemia, Sepsis, Heart, Trauma, Intoxications/Infections.
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Bleeding disorders are crucial in trauma patients, presenting as superficial bleeding.