Episodes (Page 13)
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Core asthma/COPD treatments include albuterol, ipratropium, and steroids.
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Upper GI bleeds cause coffee ground emesis and melena.
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Pulmonary embolism arises from deep vein thrombosis.
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Mild hemoptysis is often bronchitis; rule out pneumonia/PE.
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Suspect salicylate overdose with CNS stimulation and tachypnea.
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Acetaminophen overdose requires a serum acetaminophen level.
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Non-pregnant bleeding causes include structural, hormonal, and coagulopathy.
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A pregnancy test is crucial for females of reproductive age.
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Constipation causes include low fiber, dehydration, and medications.
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DKA emergencies are acidosis, hypokalemia, and dehydration, not sugar.
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Laceration repair prioritizes pain control with local anesthesia.
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Lacerations can heal by primary (closed) or secondary (open) intention.
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Emergent sore throat causes include epiglottitis and retropharyngeal abscess.
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Procedural sedation is common for cardioversions and reductions.
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Red flags for back pain include "ripping" pain and absent pulses.
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Identify the specific tooth causing dental pain.
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Central vertigo is often vague; peripheral vertigo is severe.
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Recheck potassium for pseudohyperkalemia from difficult blood draws.
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Interpret chest X-rays using the A-B-C-D-E-F-G method.
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Evaluate trauma in pregnancy, considering partner violence.