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Contrast-Associated Acute Kidney Injury: Risk Assessment and Prevention

…difficult. In patients with normal renal function, the occurrence of contrast induced AKI is negligible or very low. Risk rises substantially with chronic kidney disease…

Antibiotic dosing in renal impairment: quick reference

…At a creatinine clearance <20 mL/min, consider an alternative treatment In aminoglycoside treatment of obese patients, an adjusted body weight is used: adjusted weight…

Sepsis and septic shock: quick reference for the first hour

…caused by a dysregulated host response to infection. Clinically this usually corresponds to an acute increase in the SOFA score of at least 2 points…

Otoscopy and ear syringing

…of infection A small or uncooperative child Movement causes injury Preparation and equipment Otoscopy: an otoscope with a charged battery and clean disposable specula in…

Inpatient insulin therapy: quick reference

…and change to an infusion or injections Drugs for type 2 diabetes in inpatients Agent The acutely ill inpatient : : Metformin Stop in acute kidney injury…

Gastric lavage and activated charcoal

…suspension or as a powder for suspension in water. A glass of water between doses of charcoal makes the drink more tolerable. A kidney dish…

Empirical antibiotic therapy: quick reference for common infections

…hepatic function, a non pregnant adult of normal weight, and individual assessment. See the separate quick reference for dosing in impaired renal function. Respiratory tract…

Cardiovascular effects of COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)

…events during infections: An acute coronary event may be triggered by increased myocardial demand during the infection. Systemic inflammation results in increased levels of circulating…

Interpretation of neonatal and pediatric electrocardiograms (ECG)

…P wave PR interval QRS complex ST segment T wave U wave QT (QTc) interval Pediatric and neonatal electrocardiograms differ markedly – in terms of rhythm…

Care after return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC)

…multiorgan failure, infections, seizures and temperature management. The ICU is the preferred level of care for the absolute majority. The CCU may be suitable for…

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