…list. A sterile fenestrated drape, chlorhexidine in alcohol, sterile gloves, a face mask. An atraumatic needle (pencil point, Sprotte or Whitacre), 22–25 G. A…

…place for days without anyone asking why, or the patient at risk of carbon dioxide retention is given 15 litres on a reservoir mask and…

…An oronasal mask is first choice in the acute setting ; nasal masks and total face masks are alternatives in intolerance. A hydrocolloid dressing for the…

…the commonest reason for an incompletely performed drainage. Procedure 1. Locate the centre of the fluctuance, preferably with ultrasound if available. Mark the direction of…

…Definition and Pathophysiology Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors are foundational therapies in cardiovascular medicine, widely utilized for the management of hypertension, chronic ischemic heart disease…

…In fact, studies have shown that LBBB is the most common cause of false activations of the catheterization laboratory. LBBB may mask (conceal) ongoing ischemia…

…mark is typically around 50–60 cm. 3. Lubricate the outermost 10–15 cm of the tube. 4. Advance the tube perpendicular to the face…

…a needle holder. Sutures: 5 0 or 6 0 non absorbable for the face, 4 0 for the trunk and limbs. Haemostasis: aluminium chloride solution…

…01 to 0.04 seconds). ECG criteria for left anterior fascicular block (LAFB) Electrical axis between 45° to 90°. If the electrical axis is 30°…

…positive and smooth wave. It is small because the atria make a relatively small muscle mass. If the rhythm is sinus rhythm (i.e under…