Endokrinologi & metabolism Akutsjukvård Lathundar Emergency overview Measure the plasma glucose immediately in everyone with a reduced level of consciousness, seizures, confusion, a change in behaviour…

…fenestrated drape. Chlorhexidine in alcohol 5 mg/mL. Local anaesthesia: lidocaine 10 mg/mL, 10–20 mL, a 25 G needle for the skin weal…

…The risk of cardiovascular disease increases gradually at blood pressure levels above 115/75 mm Hg. • A rise in blood pressure of 20 mm Hg…

…4. Monitoring at the appropriate level of care , with readiness for respiratory support. 5. Treatment of the alcohol use disorder and planned follow up , not…

…where hypovolaemia is likely, but avoid repeated blind boluses in cardiogenic toxic shock D Plasma glucose immediately. Assess the level of consciousness, the pupils, tone…

…determinants of cardiovascular disease. The principal targets include blood pressure, lipid abnormalities, diabetes and glycaemic status, body weight, smoking, diet, physical inactivity, and alcohol consumption…

…Always follow the local protocol for exact infusion rates, electrolyte concentrations and level of care. This quick reference is intended primarily for adults and summarises…

…too soft to pass through the skin on its own. Local anaesthesia: lidocaine 10 mg/mL, a millilitre or two intracutaneously and along the needle…

…Symptoms of ischemic heart disease are generally not related to body position or respiration. Triggering factors Symptoms triggered by exercise/effort (what level of exercise…

…perspiration and exhaled breath. Blood alcohol concentration generally peaks 10–60 minutes after ingestion. Elimination follows zero order kinetics at low to moderate concentrations and…