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Sepsis and septic shock: quick reference for the first hour

…a MAP of at least 65 mmHg and at the same time has a lactate above 2 mmol/L. This combination carries a high mortality …

ECG interpretation method, adults

…of the R wave amplitude in the same lead, in at least two contiguous leads). R wave progression is checked in V1–V6. The electrical…

Common laboratory tests

…governed by the total risk, not by the reference range LDL < 3.0 mmol/L Target < 1.4 at very high risk HDL…

Edrophonium test

…the test in the event of bradycardia, bronchospasm, marked salivation or increasing weakness, and give atropine. 8. Monitor for at least 30 minutes after the…

Pulsed Wave Doppler

…s theorem (Harry Nyquist), which demonstrates that a wave must be sampled ( i.e recorded) at least twice per cycle in order to be rel

Anaphylaxis: quick reference for emergency management

…for example generalised urticaria, itching, flushing or angio oedema, together with at least one of the following: airway compromise respiratory compromise circulatory compromise severe gastrointestinal…

Alcohol and Cardiovascular Disease

…drinking include at least two drinks daily in women or three in men, or at least four drinks for women or five for men on…

ST segment elevation in acute myocardial ischemia and differential diagnoses

…Current guideline criteria for ischemic ST segment elevation: New ST segment elevations in at least two anatomically contiguous leads: • Men age ≥40 years: ≥2 mm…

Paracentesis

…Scars, hernia or visible abdominal wall collaterals (caput medusae) Puncture at least a few centimetres away from them Full bladder Have the patient void, or…

De-escalation and Shortened Dual Antiplatelet Therapy in Patients at High Bleeding Risk

…High bleeding risk (HBR) should be assessed in a structured manner. Within the ARC HBR framework, HBR is defined by the presence of at least…

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