…must never be instrumented, have its pressure measured, or be palpated. Indications A sensation of something in the eye, watering, photophobia and redness after working…

…calculator has significantly advanced the detection and management of CKD, clinicians should be aware of its limitations. In cases where precise GFR assessment is critical…

…after hip fracture, major surgery and intensive care [1,2]. The condition is associated with falls, aspiration, pressure sores, loss of function, longer length of…

…perforated tympanic membrane, organic material that swells, batteries and magnets. Preparation and equipment A chair with a head rest, preferably an ENT chair; raise the…

…22 above 70 years, and reduced food intake together form the basis of most screening instruments and should prompt a nutritional assessment. See also unintentional…

…patient has high risk PE and therefore requires an emergency management pathway. Patients without haemodynamic instability require more detailed prognostic evaluation using two complementary domains:…

…must be equipped with defibrillators and other emergency instruments. Personnel conducting the test must be formally trained to assess cardiovascular response, symptoms, and ECG changes…