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Interpreting NT-proBNP and BNP in Clinical Decision-Making

…with lower than expected BNP and NT proBNP concentrations despite comparable or greater ventricular wall stress, probably because of suppression of natriuretic peptide production or…

High-Sensitivity Troponin: 0/1-Hour Rule-In and Rule-Out Algorithms

…myocardial injury, demonstrated by a rising and/or falling troponin pattern with at least one value above the assay specific 99th percentile upper reference limit;…

ACE Inhibitors: Initiation, Titration and Creatinine Monitoring

…ACE inhibitors, especially in patients with preexisting azotemia, hypotension, hyponatremia, diabetes mellitus, or in those taking potassium supplements. When managing albuminuria or CKD, the serum…

Blood gas interpretation: quick reference for acid-base disorders

…and supplemental oxygen [1]. Distinguish between: Acidaemia and alkalaemia , which describe the current pH of the blood. Acidosis and alkalosis , which describe processes that lower…

Dietary Patterns and Cardiovascular Outcomes

…reduction in major cardiovascular events with a Mediterranean diet supplemented with either nuts or extra virgin olive oil compared with a low fat dietary pattern…

Common laboratory tests

…based on HbA1c. Albumin affects the total calcium — use the ionised calcium or correct for albumin. Biotin supplements interfere with many immunoassays, including troponin and…

Warfarin therapy

…and supplements. An assessment of bleeding risk and the risk of falls; anaemia and a known gastrointestinal source are investigated before starting. A referral or…

Amiodarone: Loading, Maintenance Dosing and Monitoring Schedule

…days as necessary. Supplemental infusions of 150 mg over 10 minutes can be utilized for breakthrough ventricular tachycardia (VT) or ventricular fibrillation (VF). IV infusions…

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